The rumours prove to be true as Nintendo confirms earlier release date for Xenoblade Chronicles

Following the rumours last week that the release date for Xenoblade Chronicles was to be pushed forward, Nintendo have today confirmed that the release date is to be moved from 2 September to 19 August. While no official explanation has been given for the change of date, many gamers are sure to be happy that the game will be released a couple of weeks earlier than expected.

Of course, this does nothing to help the American gamers' blight, as Nintendo of America have said nothing about the game since announcing that they have no plans to release it in the US.

Are you happy that the date has been pushed forward? And are you planning on picking up the pre-order bundle early now? As always, let us know in the comments below.