Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo has announced that it will ship its newest RPG title Suikoden IV for PlayStation 2 to Japanese retail store shelves in mid-August. Fans of the 108 Stars of Destiny saga who pre-order the game can get themselves a cellphone strap for free. A total of nine different straps will be available.

Suikoden IV will be released in Japan on August 19th for 6,980 yen ($64.43 US). A US release will follow later this year.

• GameOnline