We'd suspected it for some time anyway, but today we hear it sort-of confirmed; word reaching us from chief Brian Farrell suggesting that the motion-sensing add-on for the won't be in stores until late 2010.

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Described by the big cheese as a platform 'addition', the new technology promises a leap forward in motion control, and will also help reach new audiences.

Microsoft have evaded most questioning on Natal's release, although Steve Ballmer has previously spoken of a 2010 launch - which - given the early nature of the technology shown at E3, was to be expected.

We'll bring you more Natal news as we get it. Thanks VG247.

By Luke Guttridge