Nintendo on the delays of Other M, Sin and Punishment: Star Successor
“The launch date for Metroid: Other M has shifted to Aug. 31. As you may know, this game is the product of a unique partnership between longtime Metroid producer Yoshio Sakamoto, Team Ninja and many other individuals and groups, all of whom have set very high standards for this latest installment in the series. Although it’s taking slightly longer than expected to complete the project, we’re confident that fans will find it to be well worth the wait. We’re striving to provide the best possible pacing for our summer game launches. A June 27 launch allows gamers to enjoy Sin & Punishment: Star Successor without having to rush through Super Mario Galaxy 2 (May 23).” – Nintendo statement
These reasons make quite a bit of sense. But I’m sure that Other M contributed somewhat to the delay of Sin and Punishment: Star Successor. Since Other M will now ship at the end of August, Star Successor makes up for Metroid’s absence.
