With Fallout: New Vegas at last reaching store shelves, and the vice-grip of Fallout addicts everywhere, it’s time to see what the equally-ensnared press thought of the game.

Here is a pretty vast collection of New Vegas reviews we’ve seen so far. We’ll of course add to the list as more start to pop up.

Eurogamer (9/10): “New Vegas may jump across America for its setting, and forward several years in the timeline, but it’s a seamless continuation of what Bethesda set in motion in 2008 with Fallout 3.”

GamePro (4.5/5): “It closely matches Fallout 3 in terms of depth and content; if you loved the original, you’ll probably love this one as well.”

Official Xbox Magazine UK (9/10): “All you have to do is listen to the post-game chatter of those that have played it and you’ll learn that, sure enough, Obsidian has created something that’s consistent yet unpredictable enough that everyone’s adventure feels like it’s something unique and worth sharing.”

IGN UK (9/10): “Like 3 and Oblivion before it, New Vegas is a game to share stories about, one that lets you carve your own path through a beautifully constructed world.”

The Guardian (5/5): “Writing this review has been difficult simply because I’ve been itching to strap on my Pipboy, get back to the wasteland and do a bit more exploring – there’s nothing quite like it. I think you’ll feel the same.”

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The day is upon us: the next chapter in the Fallout series hits stores tomorrow in the Americas. But how soon can you possibly be playing New Vegas?

If you’re looking for a physical copy, Best Buy and GameStop are both opening stores early to accommodate midnight playtime. For a list of all Best Buy midnight openings, check the handy pop-up on this page. If you’re looking to hit up a GameStop when the clock strikes, check out this link.

As for the digital realm, all copies of New Vegas purchased through stores like Steam, GameStop Digital and Direct2Drive will unlock for players in North/Central/South America at 12:01am PST/3:01am EST tomorrow morning. All other territories will see their copies unlock at 12:01 GMT on October 22nd.

So, are you planning on heading to a midnight launch? Send us pictures! Are you taking the day off work on Tuesday? Tell us your story! Especially if it involves lies. We’ve all been there — after all, Fallout fans have the best speech skills.

A seemingly radioactive skyline set against a pre-nuclear LA Shell station acts as the perfect backdrop for this New Vegas billboard, another reminder that the game is only five days away from release. Are you ready to enjoy your stay — and get blown away, simultaneously?

Before the enjoyable explosions begin, we’ve got some more news to share. For instance, the PlayStation Blog corralled Fallout: New Vegas senior producer Jason Bergman for a lengthy Q&A session today. He answers some questions you may already know the answers to, and some you might not, so I’d read it just to be sure.

PC Gamer also revealed a few more perks, complete with some giant-sized Vault Boy artwork. Meanwhile, New Vegas audio director Scott Lawlor has written about the process of engineering and directing the Music of the Mojave Wasteland on GamaSutra. It’s one of those interesting, technical articles. Worth a read!

And don’t forget that Best Buy is hosting a live New Vegas Q&A tonight at 7pm EST. In case you forget again, we’ll mirror the stream here when it goes up. If you’re looking for something to listen to in the meantime, the latest Adrenaline Vault Podcast features none other than Chris Avellone. Give it a listen.

Update: Senior Producer Jason Bergman is back at TechLand talking about his favorite post-apocalyptic visions. Elsewhere, learn five things you didn’t know about the game at USA Today Game Hunters.