The Game Deflators

On this special mid-week release of the Game Deflators podcast John and Ryan are joined by JRod of Fresh Brewed Games to discuss the video game steel book publisher's process, games on the horizon and what you can expect when ordering from Fresh Brewed Games. Preorders for their first release Speedollama can be found at https://www.freshsteelbookgames.com/product-page/speedollama-ps5   Learn more...

Sony's Possible From Software parent company acquisition, Golden Joystick Awards highlights, Dungeons and Dragons session updates, and a SimCity 2000 PS1 review On this episode of Game Deflators, join John and Ryan as they delve into the latest buzz in the gaming world. First up, they discuss the potential Sony acquisition of From Software parent company, Kadokawa. They explore what this could mea...

Pokémon TCG Pocket, changes to the Game awards and BioShock for the PS4.   This week on the Game Deflators podcast John and Ryan discuss their current progress with Pokémon TCG pocket and speculate what Pokémon may do to keep gamers playing. Following this, the guys talk about recent changes to the Game Awards, including DLC being up for the Game of the Year awards and more.   Capping off the epis...

Nintendo and Palworld lawsuit updates, PS5 Pro scalpers losing money and an update from Premium Edition Games. On this week's episode of the Game Deflators, John and Ryan are joined by Barry from the Premium Edition Games team to dive into the latest news and controversies in the gaming world!  First, Barry provides the latest updates on premium edition games. Barry shares his insights on upcoming...

Magic the Gathering changes, Nintendo Switch 2 announcements missing and a new Pokémon mobile game. In this episode of Game Deflators, John and Ryan explore the latest buzz in the gaming and collectible card game worlds. First, they dive into the recent changes in Magic: The Gathering's Universe Beyond series and the impact of the new MSRP adjustments -  dissecting how these changes could affect c...

Video game development, gaming pickups, retro game books. and Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain for PlayStation. This week on the Game Deflators podcast John and Ryan are joined by Brian Riggsbee of retrogamebooks.com to chat about his newest projects and a deep dive into his experiences in the video game development world; including QA, production and design. The trio also discuss some of their recent v...

Sony loses its battle in court, Electronic Gaming Monthly has a successful Kickstarter and Dig Dug II isn't as bad as you think it is.   This week on the Game Deflators podcast John and Ryan cover a trio of topics that you won't want to miss. First up, they dive into the Electronic Gaming Monthly (EGM) Kickstarter campaign—breaking down what the iconic gaming magazine aims to achieve and what they...

Nintendo Switch 2 code name, a massive Pokémon leak, Concord's revival, and FOMO in collecting. This week on the Game Deflators podcast, John and Ryan kick off the episode with a discussion about FOMO in game collecting and how it drives collectors to acquire new items they think they need. The guys discuss their own experiences and how they try to manage this urge to make more mindful collecting...

John and Ryan are joined by Allie and Sarah of Astral Clocktower Studios to talk about their ARPG, Kristala.  Kristala places you in the role of a feral feline warrior who must master the six magic specialties of the sacred Kristals to prove yourself worthy of joining ranks with the famed Raksaka warriors - powerful protectors of your species. As you battle your way across the six clan lands, you...

Addicting gameplay of Balatro, the recent fallout from Magic the Gatherings commander bans and the equally disappointing season 3 launch of suicide squad kill the justice league. In this episode of The Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan dive into the latest updates in the world of tabletop and video games. They kickstart the conversation with recent gaming pickups and Ryan's ongoing addiction t...

In this episode of the Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan are joined by Jim from Crit Hit Con to dive deep into the world of board games, tabletop RPGs (TTRPGs), and trading card games (TCGs). The guys explore the learning curves of popular games like Magic: The Gathering (MTG) and Dungeons & Dragons (DND), and discuss how skills developed across varying games can translate to other franchi...

Nintendo Lawsuits, video game reviews and the latest leaks for the Nintendo Switch 2. In this week’s episode of The Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan dive into their preferences for video game reviews, comparing insights from professional critics to those from general viewers. They discuss how each perspective can shape a gamer’s experience and decision-making process. The guys also discuss th...

In this week’s episode of The Game Deflators Podcast John and Ryan discuss game worlds to the would want to live in, a new PS5 console with a price tag in the stratosphere and Switch 2 rumors of a price and announcement. And for our retro gaming enthusiasts, we take a nostalgic trip back to the SNES era with a review of Eye of the Beholder. Is it still worth playing today? Tune in to find out!   A...

PS5 Pro Rumors, updates for Concord and endless adventures in a Dungeons and Dragons campaign. In this week’s episode of The Game Deflators Podcast, we dive into the magical world of Dungeons & Dragons and share the exciting details from the first few sessions of out new campaign. But that’s not all! Rumors are swirling that a major PS5 announcement is just around the corner. Could this be Son...

Video Game to movie and television adaptations, recent pickups and the final wrestling game for the month. On this week's episode of the Game Deflators podcast John and Ryan are joined by Javier of the Open Bar Miami podcast to talk about their their favorite video game to movie and television adaptations. Listen in to hear what made their list. The guys continue the discussion with their thoughts...

Hard video games, Magic the Gathering reprints and Sony's latest flop on this week's episode of the Game Deflators Podcast. John and Ryan kickstart the episode with a discussion on on Souls-like games and whether adaptive difficulties are needed to for some gamers. The guys then shift their eyes towards possible reprints of controversial Magic the Gathering cards, the early death of Concord for th...

On this special 300th episode of the Game Deflators podcast John and Ryan are joined by podcast friends Barry Carenza of Premium Edition Games and Nintendo Fuse, Darren Hupke of 32 Bit Library and Pixels and Polygons, and John Roo of the Retro Room. The guys sit back to talk about their least favorite video game console from Sega, Nintendo, Sony, or Microsoft, the console they would like to start...

This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan dive into the world of video game collectors and the expectation of their games maintaining value in an age dominated by digital releases and reprints. The guys also tackle the hot topic of video game vape pens aimed at younger audiences and discuss a streamer’s ambitious attempt to break the record for most consecutive days awake while live....

This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan have a discussion about the new Deadpool Wolverine movie, GameStop's killing blow to Game Informer and a new petition overseas that seeks to hold gaming companies accountable for videogames they no longer support. Capping off the episode, the guys review Rumble Roses for the PS2. Essentially a fan service wrestling game but with surprisingly g...

This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, John is joined by Barry Carenza of Premium Edition Games for a discussion on the company's Summer 2024 direct. During this episode you will hear some behind the scenes details on how the company works with Sony and Nintendo to print video games and the next big titles to pre-order. Watch the direct at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMkHE8hjI80   Also on th...

This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, John is joined by Chris from the Open Bar Miami Podcast for a discussion on the best sports video game franchise of all time. They delve into the history, gameplay, and impact of various franchises, to finally settle the debate. The episode also features an in-depth look at EA’s new College Football 25. John and Chris explore the game’s features, improvemen...

This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, John is joined by Will of the PlayStation Ain't Dead Podcast to discuss video games you might be embarrassed to have in your collection, the recent announcement of XBOX live price increases and what Hasbro has done to piss off Magic the Gathering players in the newest set release. To wrap up the episode, John and Will review Marvel vs Capcom 2 for the PS2 a...

This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, hosts John and Ryan explore the latest rules and monetization strategies in Dungeons and Dragons. The guys also discuss the final nail in the coffin of the Wii U and Nintendo's efforts to protect its intellectual properties by taking on the internet and Rule 34.  For the main discussion, John shares his experiences at Crit Hit AZ and explains why it’s a mus...

This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, hosts John and Ryan dive into the latest gaming news and trends. They discuss the recent Sony layoffs and what it means for the future of physical media. They also analyze the declining player numbers for Helldivers 2 and the possible reasons for the declining playerbase. Special guest Jim from Crit Hit AZ joins the conversation to provide updates on the up...

This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, join John and Ryan as they discuss their thoughts on all items revealed during the recent Nintendo Direct. The conversation continues as the guys question if the eventual lifetime Switch console sales overtaking the PS2 needs an asterisk, new comments from Microsoft regarding the closure of a popular studio, and rumors that your PS5 may soon be able to play...