Well, this is some good news, I think, though we are all still wondering when P3 will ultimately ship and how that will all be accomplished.
Soon
I am also wondering whether the game will ship with things like a printed manual,
No. We have a very small audience, and see no need to up the cost.
DVD case w/art work as a cover, etc.
Yes.
These things would take time to produce, which could explain the delay in distribution.
From Pol's design studio. It was just another 4am bedtime, and did not delay anything. As soon as they get pressed, they will be on their way to you.
Cheers,
shredward