According to both Gamespot and IGN, the release date is today, 17 Nov 2004. I have not been to a store to confirm. Amazon has: "Availability: Usually ships within 2 to 3 days from Target."
OK--I am excited again. IGN Review is here. Here are some teasers:
IGN Rating: Presentation--10 Graphics--10 Sound--10 Gameplay--9.6 Lasting Appeal--9.0 OVERALL--9.6