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Today, the YouTube for Television beta launched. The name is quite apt. The service literally allows you to watch those “Dude gets punched in the testicles while bathing his cat” videos on your television with the aid of a browser, like the one in your PlayStation 3. YouTube for Television offers a full-screen mode, crappy visuals and bulbous buttons for your enjoyment. It’s easy to get to as well. Just open up the PS3’s browser, type inyoutube....

I’ve been having déja vu a lot lately. Over the course of the last two weeks, I can pick out half a dozen instances where I’ve been certain that I was re-experiencing something I’d already seen. It’s starting to get creepy and I’m afraid that some dark force in the universe is turning my life into a horribleDonnie Darkospin-off movie.Which is to imply that it would be worse thanDonnie Darko, but only because I wouldn’t be able to turn the DVD off....

Jordan Mechner has released a “partial script” for 2003’sPrince of Persia: The Sands of Time. The 37-page document outlines the game’s cut-scene story sequences, with dialog and scene descriptions. Mechner says that while this resembles a screenplay, it only does so because it omits the in-game content. It’s a quick and interesting read. I’d started playingSands of Timeagain when theHD versionwas released on PSN, but I didn’t make it very far....

As we begin a new year, it’s hard not to already predict that 2007 may just be one of the best ever for gaming — in terms of quality and quantity of titles coming out. No matter what you spend your gaming hours on, there seems to be something for everyone. Whether it’sHalo 3orMetroidorMetal Gear SolidorCrysisorZeldaorSporeorMario, your console or platform of choice is gonna get some major love this year. Hell, if you own everything, you might as well start that loan application process and kiss the kids goodbye....

At first glance these Photoshopped images fromLife Magazineare just kind of cool. CombiningSpace Invaderswith American hunters looks pretty neat, but upon a moments reflection there’s something about them that gives them some sort ofje ne sais quoi. you’re able to’t really take your eyes away from them very easily they’re so well done. Does anyone else want to write a deconstructive essay on the decline of Americana caused by the study progression of technology because of these?...

This week’s featured AAF artist is a young talent by the name of Tobias Kwan. Kwan delivers an artist’s blow to the digital screen with energized mixes of contrasting textures and colors. This stunning effect results in full-bodied work that reeks of distinct excellence and originality. Kwan captivates game characters in bold action-oriented poses through dramatic perspective that is hard to match, even by the in-game action itself. Atmospheric palettes in pieces such asRikuseem to keep the rendered fabric floating mid-air amidst watered down charcoal shadows....

And the hits just keep on rollin’ in. For the above video to make much sense, it’s recommended that you first watch thispublic service announcement(backup videohere) from Infinity Ward and Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels. Even if you have seen it before, it’s worth a rewatch anyway. Even though random grenade spam really isn’t much of an issue inBattlefield: Bad Company 2, DICE figured “oh, what the hell!” and created a PSA dedicated to the problem....

Have you had enough ofModern Warfare 2coverage yet? Are you a vindictive PC gamer? If you answered “no” to the first question and “yes” to the second, you are now free to have a few quiet “I told you so” chuckles, because reports are coming in thatModern Warfare 2on PC may already have been hacked wide open. And less than a day after the game hasfinallyunlocked for people who preordered via Steam....

For those of us who haven’t played it (and those like myself who are desperately excited about having an excuse to play it all over again), your time has finally come:BioShockhas been confirmed for its PS3 release date of October 21st. If you’ve been waiting for this moment since the rumors about the PS3 version started to surface, get ready to start blasting splicers across Rapture and then some. Coincidentally, it comes out on in same week thatLittleBigPlanetandDead Spacedo....

Yes, folks, the rumblings were true: 1UPhas been soldby Ziff Davis to UGO Entertainment and its parent company, Hearst Corporation, including 1UP’s associated Web sites GameVideos, MyCheats, and GameTab. Sadly, the acquisition will undoubtedly result in many layoffs, which is something we never want to see in this or any industry. Further adding to the sad news,Electronic Gaming Monthlyhasmade like Batman’s parentsand will no longer be in print as of the current January issue....

If you’re not already sold on Double Fine’sBrütal Legend, your brain might be broken. But we can understand wanting to try before you buy, so we’re happy to hear a demo is on its way for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 thisSeptemberSeptic-tember 17. “Villagers have surround our offices with torches demanding the game,” says Double Fine’s Tim Schafer. “So we’re releasing a demo and hope that this taste of metal will keep the mob at bay untilBrütal Legendcomes out....

While Treyarch will be working on creating the best World War II gaming experience ever for next-gen consoles, PC, and Wii this fall, Glu Mobile has announced that they’ll be bringingCall of Duty: World at Warto mobile phones. Worried that it’ll just be a quick cash in mobile port? This portion of the press release should ease your mind: The critically-acclaimed, blockbuster Call of Duty series is known for its cinematic intensity and epic battlefield moments....

Activision and Treyarch are announcing the Windows PCCall of Duty: World at WarWindows multiplayer beta now. You want in alongside the Xbox 360 kids? Well, you can guarantee your spot in the beta by army crawling over to GameStop IRL locations or their Web page topre-order the game. This earns you a token for the beta, which will be emailed to you after ordering. If you’re not down with the pre-ordering, you can become a registered member atCallofDuty....