FGN Online is reporting a rumor from Next Generation magazine that Nintendo will hold back the Gamecube launch until 2002. Yup, you knew rumors of delays had to surface at some time. After all, this is Nintendo we're talking about. According to the report, the delay is attributed to the fact that "programming for the console is proving more difficult than anticipated." Also, the story cites the launch of Microsoft's Xbox in Fall 2001 as another factor in a possible launch delay. Click here or on the related link for the full story. Remember, this is still only a rumor and, as always, check back here for any further developments.