The Game Deflators are a couple of gamers from Phoenix Arizona that are obsessed with video games. Check out their weekly episodes for video game news, discussions and retro reviews.
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5 days ago
5 days ago
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan are joined by Darren Hupke of 32 Bit Library to discuss the recently leaked Microsoft emails, what an acquisition of Nintendo would look like and the golden era of RPGs.
Also on this episode, the Game Deflators chat with Darren about his retro game books via 32 Bit Library. Pick up a copy of Darren's books today and connect with him on social media @32BitLibrary
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This Weeks Topics
Phil Spencer has been actively trying to acquire Nintendo, says it would be “a career moment”
The Elder Scrolls VI will skip PS5 and isn’t coming until at least 2026
The Biggest Revelations From the Microsoft Xbox Leaks
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Sunday Sep 17, 2023
Sunday Sep 17, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss the controversial decision by Unity to charge developers and hosts, Nintendo and Sony games revealed for September and the One Piece live action. Also on the episode Ryan talks about his first 16 hours of Starfield.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Tom Raider III for the PS1. With the new HD remasters coming to Nintendo Switch, does the original PS1 version still hold up?
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Unity's self-combustion engine | This Week in Business
Nintendo Direct September 2023: Everything Announced
All the biggest announcements from PlayStation’s new State of Play
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Sunday Sep 10, 2023
Sunday Sep 10, 2023
This week on The Game Deflators podcast, John and Ryan discuss their personal experiences with the Nintendo Wii and create a gamers starter kit. Budgeting $200, John and Ryan seek to build their ideal Wii collection for new collectors and younger gamers alike. Podcast episode recorded May 2023
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Sunday Sep 03, 2023
Sunday Sep 03, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan celebrate 250 episodes. On this episode they discuss the future longevity of Disney's Lorcana, Starfied reviews and Super Mario Wonder.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators revisit Monster in My Pocket for the NES and The Simpsons Road Rage fort he PS2. Should you have picked these games up when they were initially reviewed?
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This Weeks Topics
Starfield Metacritic Score Falls, No Longer 2023's Highest-Rated Xbox Game
SAG-AFTRA requests approval to strike against video game companies
'Super Mario Bros. Wonder' makers explain new gameplay — and the elephant in the room
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Sunday Aug 27, 2023
Sunday Aug 27, 2023
This week on a special episode of the Game Deflators podcast, John is joined by fellow dungeon master Joel as they talk about D&D miniature painting, process and techniques, campaign story telling on the fly, and how to handle players who are frequently MIA in your campaign. The guys also dig into their recent gaming pickups and what they are playing.
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Sunday Aug 20, 2023
Sunday Aug 20, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss Embracer Group's decision to close gaming studios, 200+ Xbox games being lost to the closing of the 360 store, playing Magic the Gathering on a budget and early reviews of Starfield hitting the web.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Dynowarz for the NES. A platformer with not a lot to offer, but is it fun enough to justify the under $10 tag?
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This Weeks Topics
Starfield's first 'review' score has arrived unexpectedly early, and it's strong
Analysis: More than 220 digital games will disappear when the Xbox 360 Store closes
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Sunday Aug 13, 2023
Sunday Aug 13, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss their time at the 2023 Game On Expo, recent video leaks of a PS5 slim and the Magic the Gathering heist at Gen Con.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Silver Surfer for the NES. A painstaking scrolling shooter you likely didn't know existed and now wish we didn't bring to your attention. Should you still give it a shot?
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This Weeks Topics
Brazen Heist of ‘Magic: The Gathering’ Cards Rattles Board Game Convention
This new video gives a better view of the new PS5
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Dethroned as Best Game of 2023
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Sunday Aug 06, 2023
Sunday Aug 06, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss how the next Nintendo Console will be good for last gen video games, the current crazy status of Magic the Gathering sets and how infinity Ward is outing Call of Duty cheaters.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Mario is Missing for the NES. An educational video game made popular in the early 90's, is it worth finding or should it me left missing?
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This Weeks Topics
Call of Duty Now Flags Cheaters In The Kill Feed, In Real Time
The Weirdest Console, With The Worst Resident Evil 4 Port, Is Getting Emulated
Magic: The Gathering Crossing Over With Fallout, Final Fantasy, and More
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Sunday Jul 30, 2023
Sunday Jul 30, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss whether or not a new Nintendo console is a necessity, the recent Square Enix and Microsoft Partnership, and Xbox revenue expectations for 2024.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Sega Bass Fishing for the Sega Dreamcast. Similar in nature and price to the recently reviewed Sega Marine Fishing, does is either one superior to the other?
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This Weeks Topics
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart PC Basically Unplayable Without an SSD
Developers and Analysts Sound Off: Does the Next-Gen Nintendo Switch Need to Happen in 2024?
Xbox Expects Record Breaking Revenue in Q1 FY24 After Starfield Launch
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Sunday Jul 23, 2023
Sunday Jul 23, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss how the acquisition of Call of Duty is a positive for current Microsoft studios, the Barbenheimers of the video game world and the recent spike of pirated games in Russia. Also on the episode the guys discuss the recent One Piece trailer and their gaming pickups.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Donkey Kong Country 3 for the Nintendo Gameboy Advance. DKC3 has some general improvements over the SNES version, but while gaining a few items, it loses many others. Is it still worth picking up versus it's SNES counterpart?
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This Weeks Topics
The FTC Hits the Brakes on Xbox's Activision Blizzard Merger Trial Set for August
Before Barbenheimer, There Was Doom Eternal And Animal Crossing
69% of Russian gamers are pirating after Ukraine invasion pushback
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Sunday Jul 16, 2023
Sunday Jul 16, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss the outcome of Microsoft's fight with the FTC and the possible response Sony could have towards the acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Additionally the guys discuss the percentage of retro video games "nearing extinction", video game preservation/accessibility and the baffling pricing of Nintendo video games.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Mario Golf Advance Tour for the Gameboy Advance. This game comes to the tee as a golf simulator but what makes this game good is not golf. Listen in to find out more.
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This Weeks Topics
Federal appeals court rules Microsoft can close its Activision merger
Gaming fans are baffled by Nintendo pricing
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Sunday Jul 09, 2023
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss the current state of Final Fantasy. Will Final Fantasy return to its glory days; or are those well in the past? The guys also chat about recent Skyrim mods portraying voice actors, the Last of Us Ripoff game on the Nintendo eShop and the old scapegoat of video game violence.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Returnal for the PS5. A unique rouge-like third-person shooter and at a currently affordable price, is it worth picking up for your collection?
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This Weeks Topics
Final Fantasy 16 Sales Down in Japan
After days of destruction, Macron blames a familiar bogeyman: video games
Skyrim porn mods spark voice actor backlash over AI deepfakes
There's a The Last of Us rip-off on Nintendo eShop, so of course I played it
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Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan are joined by John Roo of The Retro Room Games to chat gaming and hear what's new with the developer/publisher. The guys then continue their discussion on the Microsoft Activision battle with Sony and the FTC including Sony court blunders and CEO statements. Additionally, the group talks about gaming movies being the new frontier for Hollywood
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Deathloop for the PS5 and Xbox Series S. A unique first person "looper" shooter and at a currently affordable price, is it worth picking up for your collection or checking out on Gamepass?
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This Weeks Topics
SONY’S DEAL FOR CALL OF DUTY ONLY INCLUDES ONE MORE GAME
Sony court blunder reveals $200M cost of The Last of Us 2, Horizon Forbidden West
Microsoft and Activision Chiefs Testify Merger Will Benefit Consumers
GAMING IS HOLLYWOOD’S NEXT IP FRONTIER
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Sunday Jun 25, 2023
Sunday Jun 25, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss some of the recent news coming out of Microsoft's battle with the FTC including the reasoning for the purchase of Bethesda and Sony's decision to not send out PS6 dev kits in the event Activision is acquired. Also on this episode, John and Ryan chat over their personal gaming holy grails and a hilarious story of a Nintendo shareholder.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Kingsley's Adventure for the PS1. A 3D platformer with great graphics and a fun story, but is there something holding it back from being worth the $50+ price tag?
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This Weeks Topics
Microsoft Only Bought Bethesda After Learning Starfield Might’ve Been A PlayStation Exclusive
SONY SAYS IT WON’T GIVE ACTIVISION PLAYSTATION 6 INFORMATION IF MICROSOFT ACQUIRES THEM
Nintendo shareholder meeting ‘disrupted by ranting Splatoon 3 fan’
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Sunday Jun 18, 2023
Sunday Jun 18, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss the rumors of an upcoming Nintendo Direct which will feature GameCube remasters of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door and F-Zero. The guys also chat over what video games they are playing and the culture of review bombing.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Toy Story 2 for the N64. Is it worth picking up this licensed 3D platformer?
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Nintendo Leaker Teases Big GameCube Games for the Switch
Rumour: Nintendo preparing a Nintendo Direct for next week
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Sunday Jun 11, 2023
Sunday Jun 11, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss their thoughts on the 2023 Summer Games Fest, a new survey about console ownership amongst female gamers and the most recent shenanigans from their Dungeons and Dragons Strixhaven Campaign.
Capping off the episode, the guys review the Lies of P demo for the PS5. Is this Bloodborne copycat a game you should be picking up day 1 September 2023?
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This Weeks Topics
The big games, reveals, and trailers from Summer Game Fest 2023
Xbox Games Showcase 2023: Leaks, Rumors, and Predictions
Data Shows Most Switch Owners Are Women, Gamers React Poorly
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Sunday Jun 04, 2023
Sunday Jun 04, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss the recent firing of an Activision employee after following protocol, a rare Mega Drive game that sold for big money, Pathfinder's OGL and how the guys pick their next video game to play aka the Netflix effect.
Capping off the episode, the guys review Sega Marine Fishing for the Sega Dreamcast along with the fishing reel peripheral. Is the OG arcade fishing game and reel combo worth adding to your collection?
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This Weeks Topics
Activision Blizzard Fires World of Warcraft Game Designer for Making Fun of Corporate Greed
A rare Mega Drive game has sold for nearly $10,000
Pathfinder creator shares “final draft” of DnD OGL rival
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Sunday May 28, 2023
Sunday May 28, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan chat about their Strixhaven Dungeons and Dragons campaign, the DMCA notice from Nintendo for Dolphin emulator, Sony's recent failures in its showcase and Microsoft's tit for tat response to PlayStation video games.
Capping off the episode, the guys review the physician edition of Rack N Ruin for the Nintendo Switch. Copies are still available from Premium Edition Games at https://premiumeditiongames.com/products/rack-n-ruin-standard-edition Is this top down arcade shooter-like game one to add to your collection?
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Microsoft Makes Clear That a Dozen PlayStation Showcase Games are Also Coming to Xbox
PlayStation's new console is already being roasted by angry fans
Dolphin emulator Steam release delayed indefinitely following Nintendo DMCA notice
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Sunday May 21, 2023
Sunday May 21, 2023
This week on The Game Deflators podcast, John and Ryan chat with the most famous artist you've never heard of, Paul Niemeyer, to continue discussions about Paul's career and recent works with Premium Edition Games. Listen in as they dive into his work with Pop Cap games, Eagle Games and more.
Capping off the episode, Ryan provides his first impression analysis of the new Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for Nintendo Switch. Is the game worth the $70 price point, or is it just a Breath of the Wild clone?
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Sunday May 14, 2023
Sunday May 14, 2023
This week on The Game Deflators podcast, John and Ryan pit three snowboarding video games against once another to determine which pone sits atop the Mario podium. Tune in to get their thoughts on 108- Snowboarding, SSX Tricky and Snowboard Kids 2. Be sure to comment with your vote for which game you think is best of the three..
Podcast episode recorded September 2022
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