We're now just a few days from the launch of the Playstation 3 and the Wii, as well as the inevitable response from Microsoft, hopefully in the form of a packaged deal for the 360, but it would have been announced by now if that were the case. Regardless, it's always a happy time for gamers when a new console launches, pushing the industry into the next generation of gaming surprises with "Oh my god!" and "Holy crap"'s abound. Whether you like the PS3, the Wii, or the Xbox360, there is something for everybody at the gaming table. Among the three consoles, Sony has obviously grabbed the most attention with their addition, leading to speculation ranging from wild eyed predictions of doom and gath to accolades of angelic renewal followed by the trumpetting high atop mount acquinas. Regardless, 1up.com has produced a clean and concise article on the subject which is both informative and easy to digest. Enjoy.