Sony Computer Entertainment Europe has quashed talk of an ICO sequel appearing this year, stating that there are no plans to launch the as-yet unannounced game before Christmas.
The news follows talk being triggered, again by UK listing-happy retailer Amazon, who has slated the title for an autumn release, apparently erroneously.
The news that PAL PlayStation 2 units will not host the game has instantly triggered talk across the Internet that something more interesting is planned for the illusive update, with a revamp hitting the upcoming PSP leading the rumour race.
As with the nature of rumour, this may well prove more a case of fan fantasy than a portable-inspired leak, though keep an eye out for updates as the weeks roll on.