The Game Deflators

A wild week in gaming as PSN accounts get stolen, Valve takes aim at scalpers, rare PS4 copies of Poop Slinger resurface, GTA 6’s publisher flexes its expected profits, and the Game Deflators review Ed Edd n Eddy on GameCube. 00:00 Introduction01:51 Recent Game Pickups and Magic Cards Discussion04:51 Gameplay Experiences and Strategies in Commander07:55 Exploring New Game Mechanics and Deck… Source

John and Ryan chat with Odd Family Games about Herdvana’s origins, design choices, indie challenges, and the future of tabletop gaming. 00:00 Introduction to Odd Family Games and Hervana01:42 The Concept and Development of Hervana06:45 Gameplay Mechanics and Strategy09:49 Expansions and Additional Features13:35 Art Style and Visual Development18:52 Kickstarter Experience and Manufacturing… Source

Game Deflators dive into Wizards union drama, Sony PlayStation antitrust battles, N4G misfires, Nintendo Direct reactions, and a Rugrats PS1 classic. 00:00 Introduction01:19 Game Pickups and Magic the Gathering04:26 Building Decks and Strategies07:23 Current Gaming Experiences 10:13 Dungeon Crawler Carl 16:10 Game Boy Micro and New Game Experiences23:12 Comparing Saros and Returnal28:09 Quick… Source

Xbox revenue drops, Pokémon channel hit by Nintendo strikes, Dungeon Crawler Carl’s Kickstarter surges, MTG breaks prerelease records and unionizes, PlayStation license checks spark concern, plus a retro review of Sam & Max Hit the Road. 00:00 Intro02:19 Game Pickups and Current Plays05:05 Magic the Gathering and Card Sorting08:16 Dungeon Crawler Carl and Audiobooks11:09 TV Shows and Streaming… Source

New game pickups, PlayStation age checks, a Nintendo lawsuit, VGP reprints, a tribute to Lou Zocchi, Xbox Game Pass price cuts, the rise of mini PCs, and a retro review of Who Framed Roger Rabbit on NES. 00:00 Intro11:34 Recent Game Picks and Reading Adventures19:33 PlayStation Age Verification and Nintendo Lawsuit27:12 Reprints and Collectibles in Gaming39:21 Tribute to a Gaming Legend40:47 Xbox… Source

The Game Deflators dig into Nintendo leak rumors, wild industry updates, odd Hasbro moves, Xbox’s shifting strategy, D&D publishing changes, and close with a retro review of Bucky O’Hare on the NES. 00:00 Introduction02:34 Game Pickups and Recent Plays09:21 Exploring Current Games and Experiences14:53 Guilty Gear Strive Tournament Experience18:29 Resident Evil 9 Review and Discussion29:06 Magic… Source

John and Ryan sit down with voice actor and comedian Joe Whyte, the talent behind Chris Redfield in the Resident Evil remake, for a deep dive into his multi‑layered career. From his early days as a Disney 3D artist to his evolution into voice acting and improv, Joe shares how he approaches character work, performance, and the craft of bringing digital heroes to life. Hear rare behind‑the‑scenes… Source

Sony’s latest PS5 price hike, MTG’s digital resurrection of Library of Alexandria, the critic–fan divide on the new Mario movie, a Sony patent aimed at nerfing cross‑platform players, Nintendo losing its “summoning” patent, how D&D supports mental health, and a retro review of Springer on Atari. This week on The Game Deflators, John and Ryan hit a rapid‑fire lineup of gaming news and retro… Source

Nintendo cuts console shipments, Epic Games lays off 1,000 employees, John and Ryan build an Elite 8 of gaming’s best consoles, and Yo! Noid hits the Inflation Deflation hot seat. This week on The Game Deflators, John and Ryan dive into one of the most turbulent news cycles the gaming industry has seen in months. Things kick off with Nintendo’s decision to reduce console shipments, a move tied to… Source

Gaming chaos, industry backlash, stock drops, and a wild expo recap. The Game Deflators podcast tackles the biggest stories of the week and review the cult classic Pepsiman on PS1. The Game Deflators open this week’s episode with John’s full recap of Game On Expo, covering standout booths, retro surprises, and the moments that made this year’s event worth the trip. The discussion moves into one… Source

From Sony’s dynamic pricing drama to Xbox’s Project Helix and a heated console‑war showdown, The Game Deflators tackle the week’s biggest gaming battles. This week on The Game Deflators, John and Ryan bring a mix of pickups, industry news, rumors, and retro gaming heat. The episode kicks off with recent game pickups and collectible finds, including some unexpected retro scores and additions to… Source

John and Ryan open the episode with their latest game pickups. Ryan is currently playing Resident Evil Requiem and shares his initial thoughts on the atmosphere, pacing, and early gameplay feel. John, meanwhile, continues his play of Valkyrie Profile. Ryan also brings updates from his ongoing grind in Guilty Gear Strive, talking about fundamentals, improvement, and the competitive mindset. Source

In this episode of the Game Deflators podcast, hosts John and Ryan recap their latest gaming sessions before diving into the major leadership shake‑ups happening at Microsoft’s gaming division. With longtime Xbox chief Phil Spencer stepping down and former CoreAI executive Asha Sharma taking over as the new CEO of Microsoft Gaming, the hosts explore what this transition could mean for Xbox’s long… Source

In this episode of the Game Deflators podcast, hosts John and Ryan discuss their recent game pickups, including horror titles and RPGs, and share insights on the gaming industry, including Sony’s monetization strategies and the closure of Bluepoint Games. They also review Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker, highlighting its gameplay and nostalgic value, while addressing broader industry trends and… Source

In this episode of The Game Deflators Podcast, hosts John and Ryan dive into a wide range of gaming news, retro games, and tabletop adventures. They kick things off with fresh additions to their collections, John’s latest Dungeons & Dragons campaign plans, and gameplay impressions of Valkyrie Profile. Ryan also shares his ongoing journey through Dragon Quest—complete with a surprising fitness… Source