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YouTube Gaming launching this summer to compete with Twitch

YouTube is now getting into the business of video game content as the company has announce YouTube Gaming will launch this summer.

YouTube will kick off E3 2015 coverage with new reveal from Platinum Games

YouTube will have its own E3 2015 coverage slated to begin on Monday with host Geoff Keighley. In addition to a number of special guests, the event coverage will also feature an announcement for the latest effort from Platinum Games.

YouTube reveals top 10 Let's Play games for 10th birthday celebration

We aren't at all surprised to read what the top game is on YouTube, but there still are some surprising additions.

Surgeon Simulator 2013 devs create shower sim starring PewDiePie, Weeble, and more

Our life-long dream of being able to shower, dry, and clothe PewDiePie has finally come true.

Report: YouTube Live relaunching at E3 2015 to take on Twitch

Google has its eyes set on the livestream and eSports scenes, and it's expected to relaunch YouTube Live to attempt to dethrone Twitch.

YouTube rolls out 60fps video support for Chrome

A day after deploying direct YouTube uploads for PlayStation 4, YouTube is now supporting 60fps videos on Chrome browsers.

Opinion: YouTube's Twitch acquisition rife with peril and possibilities

Reports circulated over the weekend that YouTube (under Google) is planning to acquire Twitch for more than $1 billion. Just how beneficial this is to gamers will depend largely on how autonomous Twitch is allowed to be under the Google banner.

PlayStation 4 getting direct YouTube uploads

Sony Computer Entertainment President and CEO Shawn Layden took the stage at Sony's E3 press conference to discuss PlayStation Network. The service will be adding some new features, specifically YouTube sharing later this year.

Nintendo confirms YouTube affiliate program

Nintendo has confirmed that a new affiliate program for YouTube players is in the works.

Shack Snack: May 19, 2014

End your day with a Shack Snack, a short recap of three big stories you should know. It's like a CliffsNotes for video games! If you enjoy, don't forget to subscribe to us on YouTube.