Gamespot is reporting a nasty little rumor that PS3 versions of 'F.E.A.R' and 'The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion' will not be available this holiday season, despite Sony's earlier word that they would be part of the PS3 'launch window' lineup.

Gamespot's information comes from listings at both EB and Gamestop websites, which now state 'F.E.A.R.' will launch on February 6th, 2007, and 'Oblivion' on January 1, 2007. At the time of publication, both Bethesda and Vivendi failed to comment. We will let you know when this information is confirmed.

This is bad new for Sony, as these two titles were certainly among the top five favorite PS3 launch games. At least I won't feel guilty for ignoring the PS3 while I acquaint myself with the Wii.