Unicorn Overlord release time – does the New Zealand trick work?

Unicorn Overlord release time – does the New Zealand trick work?
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A brand new turn-based JRPG from Vanillaware drops today so you might be wondering about the Unicorn Overlord release time. Tactical JRPG fans have a lot to look forward to thanks to its approach to combat and its journey through Fevrith. Read on to know when you’ll be able to get your hands on the game.

The game focuses on exiled Prince Alain of Cornia, who wants to free Fevrith from the evil Zenoirans with the help of the Liberation Army. You’ll cross five nations as you gather allies to take back your kingdom.

Unicorn Overlord release time for all regions

Unicorn Overlord will release at local time midnight on all supported platforms. This applies to all the regions that the game will launch in. Here are the regions where Unicorn Overlord will drop today:

  • New Zealand – UTC +13
  • Australian East Coast – UTC +10
  • Japan – UTC +9
  • Australian West Coast – UTC +8
  • Philippines – UTC +8
  • South Africa – UTC +2
  • United Kingdom – UTC
  • Brazil – UTC -3
  • United States – UTC -5
An image of a conversation in Unicorn Overlord. Image from Atlus.
An image of a conversation in Unicorn Overlord. Image from Atlus.

Does the New Zealand trick work for Unicorn Overlord early access

Yes, you can access the game now by changing your location to New Zealand. This is because the game drops there 13 hours earlier than in the UK and 18 hours earlier than in the US. Based on earlier releases like 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, we can expect the same release times for Unicorn Overlord.

Xbox

Here’s how Xbox players can switch their region:

  • Head into Language and Location in System Settings.
  • Here, you can change your region to New Zealand.

Sony

And here’s how Sony players can switch their region:

  • You’ll need to switch your region and purchase the game itself through the New Zealand store.
  • You should then be able to play the game.

Nintendo

As for those on Nintendo platforms, here’s how you can switch your region:

  • Change your console’s region and your account’s region to New Zealand.
  • Now restart the eShop app and purchase the game from the NZ store. A gift card will help if you are not able to make this purchase.

What platforms will Unicorn Overlord release on

Unicorn Overlord will be released on the following platforms:

  • Xbox Series X|S
  • PlayStation 5
  • PlayStation 4
  • Nintendo Switch

While PC and Xbox One owners may get access to the title later on, this hasn’t been confirmed by developers Vanillaware and Atlus. There have been no announcements on the same. That covers the release time of Unicorn Overlord. Stay tuned for the latest updates regarding the game.