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Sunday Oct 01, 2023
Sunday Oct 01, 2023
This week on the Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss the recent departure announcements of Sony's Jim Ryan and Platinum Games' Hideki Kamiya, a possible strike by voice actors against gaming companies and an alleged ransomware hack on Sony.
Capping off the episode, the Game Deflators review Silent Hill 2 from the PS3 HD collection. Considering the cost of the PS2 version, is the HD remaster worth picking up instead?
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This Weeks Topics
PlayStation Portal Pre-Orders Have Reportedly Sold Out In Japan Across All Retailers
All Of Sony Systems’ Allegedly Hacked By New Ransomware Group
Fortnite maker Epic Games is laying off 16% of its workforce, impacting 870 people
Voice actors vote overwhelmingly to approve a strike: 'It’s time for the videogame companies to stop playing games'
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Sunday Sep 24, 2023
Sunday Sep 24, 2023
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
Embracer Group will do a “global review of the existing pipeline” of games in effort to “optimise return on investment”
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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