Episodes
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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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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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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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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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
The Game Deflators E235 | Snowboarding Video Game Triple Threat Throwdown
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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Sunday May 07, 2023
Sunday May 07, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss the recent comments made by Xbox boss Phil Spencer, Sony's decision to close studio PixelOpus and Red Fall developers getting slammed on social media.
Capping off the episode, the guys review Kinetica on the PS2. Is this futuristic racer worth the 8/10 hype?
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This Weeks Topics
Redfall Developer Gets Mocked For The Game’s Terrible Launch
Phil Spencer: "We're not in the business of out-consoling Sony or out-consoling Nintendo"
PlayStation Shuts Down Concrete Genie Dev Amidst Continued Pivot To Prestige
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Sunday Apr 30, 2023
Sunday Apr 30, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss Sony PC ports, hoarding of digital release video games and why the recent CMA blocking of the Microsoft Activision acquisition makes sense.
Capping off the episode, the guys review Kirby and the Rainbow Curse on the Wii U. Is this stylist focused game creeping up in value worth your hard earned dollars?
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The Reason Regulators Blocked Microsoft's Activision Deal Makes No Sense
Redfall retail boxes have "60 FPS" listed on the back so Bethesda put a notice sticker to clarify
Sony confirms more PC ports are coming, because it's making a ton of money
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Sunday Apr 23, 2023
Sunday Apr 23, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan provide their thoughts on the new Mario Bros movie, news of future Nintendo Movies to be, Microsoft's rumored unhappiness with Xbox and how Sony changed the gaming industry.
Capping off the episode, the guys review Super Black Bass for the SNES. A simple leisure fishing game for a classic console. Is it still worth the $5 price point?
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More Nintendo Movies Are Coming After The Super Mario Bros Movie
Rumor: Microsoft is Reportedly Not Pleased With the Current State of Xbox
With God of War, Sony Changed Blockbuster Video Games Forever
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Sunday Apr 16, 2023
Sunday Apr 16, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan are joined by Barry of Premium Edition Games and Nintendo Fuse where the discuss the recent Series 6 Direct from Premium Edition Games, a new Sony handheld compatible with PS5, US Senators seeking unredacted documents from Sony and Nintendo escalating its war on creators.
Capping off the episode, John and Ryan review Tenchu Z for the Xbox 360.
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Insider Believes PlayStation Q-Lite Handheld Should Cost Around $200
US Senator asks Sony CEO to reveal PlayStation’s game exclusivity deals
Nintendo Escalates War On Popular Zelda YouTuber Behind Multiplayer Breath Of The Wild Mod
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Sunday Apr 09, 2023
Sunday Apr 09, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss the success of the Mario Movie and the possibility of a Nintendo Cinematic Universe, Microsoft's war against emulation and Sony's response to UK regulators over the Microsoft Activision acquisition.
Capping off the episode, the guys review Rain on Your Parade for the Nintendo Switch. Should you pick up a copy of this Katamari-like puzzle action game featuring a cloud whose mission is to "rain on everyone's parade"? Tune in to find out.
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Sony Cites Redfall’s Harvey Smith After Cancellation of PS5 Version in Its Response to the CMA
Do We Need a Nintendo Cinematic Universe?
Microsoft Escalates War Against PlayStation, Nintendo Emulation On Xbox Series X/S
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Sunday Apr 02, 2023
The Game Deflators E229 | Nintendo GameCube Collecting on a Budget
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
This week on The Game Deflators podcast, John and Ryan discuss their personal experiences with the Nintendo GameCube and create a gamers starter kit. Budgeting $200, John and Ryan seek to build their ideal GameCube collection for new collectors and younger gamers alike. Podcast episode recorded September 2022
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Sunday Mar 26, 2023
Sunday Mar 26, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss the UK's decision to allow the Microsoft Activision acquisition, Sony winning Metacritic's top publisher award and whether or not Smash Bros Melee could get the HD treatment.
Capping off the episode, John and Ryan review Resident Evil 4 for the PS4 and GameCube in celebration of the current gen remake.
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PlayStation Wins 2022 Publisher of the Year Award From Metacritic
UK regulator sides with Microsoft over Call of Duty on PlayStation concerns
Random: Smash Bros. Melee HD Unlikely To Happen, According To Former Nintendo Employees
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Sunday Mar 19, 2023
Sunday Mar 19, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan are peel back the onion on the Microsoft Sony relationship and discuss what the gaming world may or may not look like if Microsoft is able to gain momentum in the gaming market. The guys also chat about the Completionist's recent buying spree for the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U eshops and Konami's future.
Capping off the episode, John and Ryan review Carrion for the Nintendo Switch. A reverse horror game in which you consume the good guys, is this game worth picking up for it's current $20 price tag?
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YouTuber The Completionist Has Preserved $23K Worth Of 3DS And Wii U Games
Bloober CEO defends Konami: 'They do know what they are doing'
Starfield exclusivity is why Sony doesn’t trust Microsoft’s promises
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Sunday Mar 12, 2023
Sunday Mar 12, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan are joined by Barry of Premium Edition Games and Nintendo Fuse where the discuss the recent State of Premium from Premium Edition Games, 3DS and WiiU store sales, Microsoft getting Call of Duty to run on Nintendo consoles and the PS5 finally taking down the Switch in Japan.
Capping off the episode, John and Ryan review Eldest Souls for the PS5. This souls style boss rush action game recently received a physical release, but is it worth grabbing regardless of gaming device chosen?
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Capcom 3DS & Wii U Games Available For Just $2.99 In Final eShop Sale (US)
Microsoft 'Confident' It Can Get Call of Duty Running on Nintendo Switch
PS5 marks biggest ever month in Japan, with sales up over 450%
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Sunday Mar 05, 2023
Sunday Mar 05, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss the impatience of gamers with gaming patches, Sony potentially revealing in court what they pay for exclusives, the ousting of the Square Enix CEO and Funko giving its supplies the ET Atari treatment.
Capping off the episode, John and Ryan review the Vectrex 3.0 multi-cart for the Vectrex. A cart with everything you could ever want to play on the Vectrex, what did the guys think of this $50 game.
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Feature: 50 Years Of Landmark Video Games, One Per Year, All Playable On Nintendo Switch
Sony Might Have To Reveal What It Pays For Exclusives, Court Says
Over $30 Million Worth Of Funkos Are Headed To The Landfill
Square Enix CEO Who Constantly Pushed NFT Games To Be Replace
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