The Game Deflators
The Game Deflators are a couple of gamers from Phoenix Arizona that are obsessed with video games dungeons and dragons, and all things nerdy. Check out their weekly episodes for gaming news, discussions and video game reviews.
Episodes
Monday Jan 20, 2020
The Game Deflators E63 | Is Super Luigi U the Best Nintendo Spin-off?
Monday Jan 20, 2020
Monday Jan 20, 2020
This week on the Game Deflators #podcast, John and Ryan discuss the recent delays of Cyberpunk 2077 and Final Fantasy 7. What does this all mean and should you actually be excited? In other news the NHS has additional thoughts on "Surprise Mechanics", otherwise known as loot boxes, and Ubisoft appears to be changing direction after years of producing the same game for a decade.
To round off this episode the duo spark up the old #WiiU and play some New Super Mario Bros U and Super Luigi U. While these games are not as revered as their predecessors what did the Game Deflators have to say about these now affordable #Nintendo titles?
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Cyberpunk 2077
NHS and Gambling
Ubisoft Changing
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Tuesday Jan 14, 2020
The Game Deflators E62 | Is Sega Making Sonic Adventure 3 or Remake?
Tuesday Jan 14, 2020
Tuesday Jan 14, 2020
This week on the Game Deflators #podcast, John and Ryan chat about the next console generation and #Microsoft news that their newest console will not have exclusive #videogames for at least one year. Additionally, the guys go back in time to discuss #Shenmue and #Sonic Adventure.
To round off this episode of nostalgia and bad Microsoft moves, the duo takes out their spy gear to join the amazing and incredible James Pond! That's right folks, this week's inflation deflation game of the week is none other than James Pond 3 for the #Sega Genesis. This game has held steady for a number of years. Is it worth a pickup?
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Outerworlds Speed Run
PS5 Logo
Sonic Adventure Remake
XBOX Exclusives
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Tuesday Jan 07, 2020
The Game Deflators E61 | Ni No Kuni Movie is Coming West
Tuesday Jan 07, 2020
Tuesday Jan 07, 2020
This week on the Game Deflators #podcast, John and Ryan kick of 2020 with some great #gaming news! Fans of Ni No Kuni will be getting a dubbed movie this January, #Sony is rumored to be acquiring another company, and the guys jump into a tech discussion around the next generation of consoles.
To round off the episode, the duo plays Grid Runner on #PlayStation 1 for the first Inflation Deflation Game of the Week for 2020. Is this maze style capture the flag/tag with magic powers a title you should be adding to your collection? Check out the episode to learn more!
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Star Field and Sony
PS5 Tech
Ni No Kuni Movie
Monday Dec 30, 2019
The Game Deflators E60 | Pokemon's Gotta Go and Trends to End in 2020
Monday Dec 30, 2019
Monday Dec 30, 2019
This week on the Game Deflators #podcast, John and Ryan are closing out 2019 with their New Games Resolutions. What do the guys have planned for the new year? Additionally, the duo talks about their 2019 gaming trends to end in 2020, the video game console of the decade and top 10 most influential video games of the decade.
To cap off 2019 and Star Wars Month, the Game Deflators jump into their pod racers and review Star Wars Episode I: Racer for the Nintendo 64. This game has held a low value over the years. Is it worth a pickup?
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Console of the Decade
Most Influential Games
PS5 SSD
Monday Dec 23, 2019
The Game Deflators E59 | The Worst Gaming News of 2019
Monday Dec 23, 2019
Monday Dec 23, 2019
This week on the Game Deflators #podcast, John and Ryan cover what they believe to be the worst gaming news of 2019. A lot has happened this year, Blizzard in politics, Kingdom Hearts 3 falling flat, the release of some poorly executed video games, and more! What made the list?
To close out the second to last episode of 2019, the guys put their Jedi training to the test in Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast for the #Nintendo Gamecube. Reviews say this is the worst version of the game, are they right?
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Articles
Kotaku Article
Red Box Article
Monday Dec 16, 2019
The Game Deflators E58 | Will the New Xbox be $600?
Monday Dec 16, 2019
Monday Dec 16, 2019
There is a lot of activity in the world of gaming! This week on the Game Deflators #podcast John and Ryan discuss games shows at Sony's State of Play, Upcoming D&D #videogames and are you kidding!?!?! The Xbox could be $600?
The guys the jump head first into this episode's Inflation Deflation Game of the Week. On the docket this week is Republic Commando for the OG Xbox. We couldn't have timed that game any better! How does this Star Wars game hold up in an era ruled by Master Chief? Listen in to find out.
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$600 Xbox
D&D Video Games
PlayStation State of Play
Planet Side
Monday Dec 09, 2019
The Game Deflators E57 | Top 5 Games of 2019
Monday Dec 09, 2019
Monday Dec 09, 2019
This week on the Game Deflators #podcast, John and Ryan continue their discussions on BluePoint #games and the speculation that is their upcoming #PS5 Project. Will we see a Legend of Dragoon remake or Demon Souls Remastered? Will this secret project be revealed at Sony's State of Play? The guys also discuss the miracle of the newest Steam title, I Am Jesus Christ. no, we aren't kidding!
To cap of the episode, the duo takes a look back at 2019 and their favorite games reviewed during the year. What made the cut and why? And of course who can forget the beloved Inflation Deflation Game of the Week? To continue the #StarWars Moth celebration, John and Ryan play Super Return of the Jedi on #SNES. IS the game with it's $11 price point?
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I Am Jesus Christ Game
@BluePointGames
PlayStation State of Play
Monday Dec 02, 2019
The Game Deflators E56 | Is Amazon Starting a Game Streaming Service?
Monday Dec 02, 2019
Monday Dec 02, 2019
This week on the Game Deflators #podcast, John and Ryan can't help but discuss the recent story of a man who "accidentally" sold a $1.4M MMORPG character for $552. What can you say, it was a slow news week! In other news, has Google Stadia already failed, and is Amazon starting its own service?
To cap off this weeks episode, the duo hops on a Tauntaun and cruises on over to the Game Boy to play Empire Strikes Back. Does the gaming sequel live up to its move counterpart?
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Amazon Article
@BluePointGames
Has Stadia Failed
Man Spends $1.4M MMORPG Character
Monday Nov 25, 2019
The Game Deflators E55 | Half-Life Alyx and Kojima's Next Game
Monday Nov 25, 2019
Monday Nov 25, 2019
This week on the Game Deflators #podcast, John and Ryan discuss the newest member of the Half-Life franchise, Alyx. Additionally, the next game genre on Hideo Kojima's list is out. What could it be?
You thought we would forget, didn't you? The duo takes their chances on the field of glory in Saturn Bomberman. Is this $300+ video game worth the price tag? You might be surprised.
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Facebook Streaming Wars
Kojima's Next Game
Half-Life Alyx
Thursday Nov 21, 2019
The Game Deflators E54 | Who is Winning Game of the Year?
Thursday Nov 21, 2019
Thursday Nov 21, 2019
If the title of this episode is of any indication, this week on the Game Deflators #Podcast, John and Ryan discuss the nominees for #TheGameAwards 2019. Who will take the crown of Game of the Year, Best Action Game, Best Musical Score and just about every other gaming award you can think of? To go alongside this discussion, the guys talk about data usage on Google Stadia, and Sony's minor acquisition of the Game Show Network.
But wait! There's more! The duo jumps into a fierce battle to defend the galaxy from the Ur-Quan Hierarchy in this week's inflation deflation game of the week. That's right! The Game Deflators are playing Star Control on the #SegaGenesis.
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Vote for Game of the Year
Stadia Article
Sony Article