The Game Deflators

The Game Deflators E60 | Pokemon's Gotta Go and Trends to End in 2020

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

The Game Deflators E59 | The Worst Gaming News of 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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The Game Deflators E58 | Will the New Xbox be $600?

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
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Planet Side

The Game Deflators E57 | Top 5 Games of 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
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PlayStation State of Play

The Game Deflators E56 | Is Amazon Starting a Game Streaming Service?

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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Has Stadia Failed
Man Spends $1.4M MMORPG Character

The Game Deflators E55 | Half-Life Alyx and Kojima's Next Game

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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The Game Deflators E54 | Who is Winning Game of the Year?

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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The Game Deflators E53 | Is Sword and Shield the Best Pokemon Game

This week on the Game Deflators #Podcast, John and Ryan discuss the new #Pokemon Sword and Shield. The reviews are out, is this the best Pokemon Game of all time? Also, the rumor mill is talking. Do we have a new BioShock being released for next gen consoles? Of course there is more news than this to discus *cough* Sonic Movie *cough*. Tune in to learn the rest.
Top cap off the episode, as always, the guys jump into Game Radars 46th worst game of all time! Is Yaiba Ninja Gaiden Z really that bad? You may, or may not be surprised in this week's inflation deflation game of the week.
 
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The Game Deflators E52 | Black Friday Deals and Gaming Curfews

This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan get political once again, and chat about gaming curfews in China while simultaneously celebrating #BlackFriday! It's an odd week of #gaming news and the Game Deflators are here to talk about it.
Top cap off this great #episode, the guys take some time to review the newest #game they have ever played on the show. That's right folks, the guys search for Banksy only to find a concrete genie. Do the Game Deflators think this #videogame is worth the $30 price tag?
 
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The Game Deflators E51 | PlayStation Vue is Dead

This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan mourn the loss of #Playstation Vue. Okay not really, and neither is anyone else. What does this recent news mean for the #gaming giant? Also in the news, as they were in the last several weeks, #Blizzard! Listen in this week to hear what else just isn't going their way.
To cap off the episode on the right side of 50, the duo completes #spooky month with none other than the iconic #FatalFrame 2. Does this #PS2 #horror game live up to the hype? Will the Game Deflators have their souls locked up before snapping a few photos? Tune in to find out!
 
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Outer Worlds Article
Blizzard Article 1
Blizzard Article 2
PlayStation Vue Article