Looks like Nintendo Wii owners will be missing out on Fatal Frame 4. Originally, Nintendo of America stated that the fate of the game coming stateside didn't rest in their hands, however, Tecmo has a different story to tell.

"Nintendo holds the publishing rights to 'Fatal Frame Wii,' which was developed by Tecmo LTD. and Grasshopper Manufacture and released in Japan on July 31, 2008. Nintendo of America has since then decided not to publish the title in North America – consequently, the title will not be released in this territory. As the owner of the IP, Tecmo feels very unfortunate that the fans of the series in North America will not have a chance to play the game, but respects the final decision made by Nintendo of America."

I'm sure this will cause an uproar amongst some Wii owners claiming Nintendo is abandoning their hardcore fanbase. While this type of news isn't exactly inspiring much confidence on the hardcore front, you have to hope there are details still lurking in the darkness. Perhaps Nintendo will release an official statement on this subject in the near future. Until then, we are at their mercy.