Nintendo of America said that beginning August 28, Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness for Nintendo GameCube can be pre-ordered at participating retailers and reservations will receive a custom Nintendo GameCube vinyl skin featuring characters from the game. Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness is scheduled to release October 3.Nintendo said it will also be offering a limited edition bundle featuring a Nintendo GameCube system and controller, Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness video game and a limited edition Pokemon XD Face Plate.