Bad News/Good News Dept: Due to a problem with a special art book that was to be packed in with the game, Atlus has announced a slight delay in the release of its upcoming RPG Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3. The game was initially set to hit retailers on July 31st, however, it’s been pushed back to August 14th, 2007. I’m currently playing through a reviewable of the US version, and can safely report that it’ll be well worth the extra wait time. In the meantime, you may want to replay (or buy, if you haven’t already) Atlus’ other PS2 gem, Odin Sphere while you’re waiting.

We’ll have a full review of Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 shortly.

-GW

According to the press release:

The manufacturing issue with the art book was brought to our attention mere days prior to the initial ship date, and was a scenario both unforeseen and beyond our control. Our disappointment and frustration is tempered by the knowledge that the final product will live up to our standard of quality and also the expectations of our fans.

While many are willing to sacrifice the art book in favor of the game alone, the package we have spent the last few months designing, one intended to honor the series and reward fans for an eight year wait, would be irreparably compromised if we were to revise or abandon the deluxe package. Without the art book, the outer box would lack the structural integrity to endure shipping; all extras would need to be discarded. Again, this deluxe set was created for the fans of Shin Megami Tensei and Persona, and we are determined to see the special release through to the end.

We apologize for the delay, and we ask for your understanding and patience.

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