"The final countdown has started with just 12 days left until the November 22 launch of the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system. In celebration of the launch, select retail locations across Canada will open their doors at 12:01 a.m. on November 22.

Gamers can also witness the arrival of Xbox 360 to Canada at the exclusive Xbox 360 launch party, presented by MuchMusic. Fans of Xbox are invited to come to The Guvernment on Monday, November 21 for 360 minutes of entertainment featuring a live musical performance by OK Go, a special appearance by Perfect Dark Zero’s Joanna Dark, and the chance to play Xbox 360 games.

The first 360 people to arrive at The Guvernment, located at 132 Queen’s Quay East, Toronto, ON, are guaranteed entrance to the launch party. In addition, gamers attending the launch party will have exclusive access to the on-site Future Shop store and will have a chance to purchase their new Xbox 360 while at the event. The on-site Future Shop will feature Xbox 360 consoles, games, and accessories.

Midnight Madness retail events are scheduled nationwide at:

Vancouver, BC

Future Shop: 2929 Barnet Highway, Coquitlam, BC


Best Buy 2220 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC

Edmonton, AB

Future Shop: 3451 Calgary Trail South, Edmonton, AB

Toronto, ON

EB Games: Yorkdale: 3401 Dufferin Street, Toronto, ON

Best Buy: 6075 Mavis Road, Mississauga, ON

Montreal, QC

Toys R Us: 7200 Boul. Louis-H-Lafountaine, Anjous, QC" [link]