It was one of those releases on the Super Nintendo that was quickly discounted. Not sure if it was poor sales or stores just wanted the space for bigger name releases around that time.
It was a fun port that made use of the buttons on the Super Nintendo controller. If you get a used copy make sure to look up the button layout (I don't remember if they give you one in the game or not).
RE: Play God, Raise Volcanoes and Destroy Evil in Populous – June 5th, 1989 - Today in Video Game History