Just as copies of III go on sale in the US, is falling victim to a shortage of consoles that are likely to impact overall of the mammoth game.

The LA Times writes about the dwindling PS3 stock and its potential impact on God of War III sales. For some, the game presents a reason for purchasing a PS3; however, without the console in stock, such sales could be lost.

Sony Computer Entertainment America President Jack Tretton told the newspaper, "It's not ideal, I won't kid you. But I firmly believe we'll get our back in stock and keep selling God of War III for a long time."

God of War III is now available for PS3 in the US, with a release slated for Friday.

By Tracy Erickson