The Game Deflators

Video Game playthrough updates, upcoming releases, PlayStation and Xbox news, Nintendo breach, Game Pass impact, and a retro review of Yu‑Gi‑Oh! Forbidden Memories.

00:00 Introduction 03:15 Game Pickups and Collectibles 06:22 Current Gaming Experiences 09:17 Investments in Gaming Stocks 12:15 Upcoming Game Releases 15:23 Remote Play and Gaming on the Go 18:13 Industry News: PlayStation Exclusives 21:11 Future of Gaming: Digital vs ...

Showcase week breakdowns, Nintendo legal updates, rising hardware costs, current playthroughs, and a retro review of Monster Rancher Battle Card.

Chapters: 00:00 Intro 09:19 Magic: The Gathering Insights 16:01 Brave Fencer Musashi Thoughts 23:10 Current Gaming Adventures: Killzone Shadowfall 23:40 Exciting Game Pickups 25:27 Digital Gaming Trends and Preferences 31:21 Exploring Mina the Hollower: Gameplay and Mechanics 36:28 Diving...

Nintendo news, Steam Machine launch, PlayStation State of Play highlights, MTG Marvel set records, and a retro review of Magic: The Gathering Battlemage on the Game Deflators Podcast.

Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:11 Pickups and current plays 06:09 John's PlayStation 5 Troubles and Game Resolutions 09:11 Ryan's Inflation Deflation Challenge and Game Recommendations 12:11 Mina the Hollower: A Game of the Year Contender 18:20 Innovative M...

The Game Deflators break down new pickups, big gaming news, PS6 backwards compatibility rumors, a Steam Deck price jump, and a retro review of Woody Woodpecker on PS2.

Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:34 Game Pickups and Retro Game Books 06:45 Magic Card Collection and Trading Insights 09:44 Valkyrie Profile Gameplay Experience 12:40 Saros Game Review and Gameplay Mechanics 15:33 Upcoming Game Releases and Personal Gaming Plans 18:51 Micro...

A wild week in gaming as PSN accounts get stolen, Valve takes aim at scalpers, rare PS4 copies of Poop Slinger resurface, GTA 6’s publisher flexes its expected profits, and the Game Deflators review Ed Edd n Eddy on GameCube.

00:00 Introduction 01:51 Recent Game Pickups and Magic Cards Discussion 04:51 Gameplay Experiences and Strategies in Commander 07:55 Exploring New Game Mechanics and Deck Strategies 11:06 Valkyrie Profil...

John and Ryan chat with Odd Family Games about Herdvana’s origins, design choices, indie challenges, and the future of tabletop gaming.

00:00 Introduction to Odd Family Games and Hervana 01:42 The Concept and Development of Hervana 06:45 Gameplay Mechanics and Strategy 09:49 Expansions and Additional Features 13:35 Art Style and Visual Development 18:52 Kickstarter Experience and Manufacturing Challenges 23:12 The Journey to ...

Game Deflators dive into Wizards union drama, Sony PlayStation antitrust battles, N4G misfires, Nintendo Direct reactions, and a Rugrats PS1 classic.

00:00 Introduction 01:19 Game Pickups and Magic the Gathering 04:26 Building Decks and Strategies 07:23 Current Gaming Experiences  10:13 Dungeon Crawler Carl  16:10 Game Boy Micro and New Game Experiences 23:12 Comparing Saros and Returnal 28:09 Quick News and Industry Upda...

Xbox revenue drops, Pokémon channel hit by Nintendo strikes, Dungeon Crawler Carl’s Kickstarter surges, MTG breaks prerelease records and unionizes, PlayStation license checks spark concern, plus a retro review of Sam & Max Hit the Road.

00:00 Intro 02:19 Game Pickups and Current Plays 05:05 Magic the Gathering and Card Sorting 08:16 Dungeon Crawler Carl and Audiobooks 11:09 TV Shows and Streaming Updates 14:12 Game News ...

New game pickups, PlayStation age checks, a Nintendo lawsuit, VGP reprints, a tribute to Lou Zocchi, Xbox Game Pass price cuts, the rise of mini PCs, and a retro review of Who Framed Roger Rabbit on NES.

00:00 Intro 11:34 Recent Game Picks and Reading Adventures 19:33 PlayStation Age Verification and Nintendo Lawsuit 27:12 Reprints and Collectibles in Gaming 39:21 Tribute to a Gaming Legend 40:47 Xbox Game Pass Price Cuts 50:32 Eme...

The Game Deflators dig into Nintendo leak rumors, wild industry updates, odd Hasbro moves, Xbox’s shifting strategy, D&D publishing changes, and close with a retro review of Bucky O’Hare on the NES.

00:00 Introduction 02:34 Game Pickups and Recent Plays 09:21 Exploring Current Games and Experiences 14:53 Guilty Gear Strive Tournament Experience 18:29 Resident Evil 9 Review and Discussion 29:06 Magic: The Gathering N...

John and Ryan sit down with voice actor and comedian Joe Whyte, the talent behind Chris Redfield in the Resident Evil remake, for a deep dive into his multi‑layered career. From his early days as a Disney 3D artist to his evolution into voice acting and improv, Joe shares how he approaches character work, performance, and the craft of bringing digital heroes to life.

Hear rare behind‑the‑scenes stories from the Resident Evil record...

Sony’s latest PS5 price hike, MTG’s digital resurrection of Library of Alexandria, the critic–fan divide on the new Mario movie, a Sony patent aimed at nerfing cross‑platform players, Nintendo losing its “summoning” patent, how D&D supports mental health, and a retro review of Springer on Atari.

This week on The Game Deflators, John and Ryan hit a rapid‑fire lineup of gaming news and retro goodness...

Nintendo cuts console shipments, Epic Games lays off 1,000 employees, John and Ryan build an Elite 8 of gaming’s best consoles, and Yo! Noid hits the Inflation Deflation hot seat.

This week on The Game Deflators, John and Ryan dive into one of the most turbulent news cycles the gaming industry has seen in months. Things kick off with Nintendo’s decision to reduce console shipments, a move tied to a cooling global video ...

Gaming chaos, industry backlash, stock drops, and a wild expo recap. The Game Deflators podcast tackles the biggest stories of the week and review the cult classic Pepsiman on PS1.

The Game Deflators open this week’s episode with John’s full recap of Game On Expo, covering standout booths, retro surprises, and the moments that made this year’s event worth the trip.

The discussion moves into one of the strangest he...

From Sony’s dynamic pricing drama to Xbox’s Project Helix and a heated console‑war showdown, The Game Deflators tackle the week’s biggest gaming battles.

This week on The Game Deflators, John and Ryan bring a mix of pickups, industry news, rumors, and retro gaming heat.

The episode kicks off with recent game pickups and collectible finds, including some unexpected retro scores and additions to the shelf. From ther...

John and Ryan open the episode with their latest game pickups. Ryan is currently playing Resident Evil Requiem and shares his initial thoughts on the atmosphere, pacing, and early gameplay feel. John, meanwhile, continues his play of Valkyrie Profile.

Ryan also brings updates from his ongoing grind in Guilty Gear Strive, talking about fundamentals, improvement, and the competitive mindset. That leads into a look at the fighting gam...

In this episode of the Game Deflators podcast, hosts John and Ryan recap their latest gaming sessions before diving into the major leadership shake‑ups happening at Microsoft’s gaming division. With longtime Xbox chief Phil Spencer stepping down and former CoreAI executive Asha Sharma taking over as the new CEO of Microsoft Gaming, the hosts explore what this transition could mean for Xbox’s long‑term direction. They al...

In this episode of the Game Deflators podcast, hosts John and Ryan discuss their recent game pickups, including horror titles and RPGs, and share insights on the gaming industry, including Sony's monetization strategies and the closure of Bluepoint Games. They also review Michael Jackson's Moonwalker, highlighting its gameplay and nostalgic value, while addressing broader industry trends and controversies in fast news segments.

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In this episode of The Game Deflators Podcast, hosts John and Ryan dive into a wide range of gaming news, retro games, and tabletop adventures. They kick things off with fresh additions to their collections, John's latest Dungeons & Dragons campaign plans, and gameplay impressions of Valkyrie Profile. Ryan also shares his ongoing journey through Dragon Quest—complete with a surprising fitness‑focused gaming routine.

The d...