393: The Game Deflators E387 | Nintendo Pullback, Epic Layoffs & The Ultimate Console Elite 8

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. […]

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392: The Game Deflators E386 | Nvidia DLSS 5 Backlash and Crimson Desert Woes

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

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391: The Game Deflators E385 | PS5 Pricing Chaos!

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,

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390: The Game Deflators E384 | Is Marathon Already Failing and Can Project Helix Save Xbox?

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,

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389: The Game Deflators E383 | Xbox Just Made a BIG Move

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

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388: The Game Deflators E382 | Sony’s Plans to Get Your Money

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

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387: The Game Deflators E381 | God of War, Pokémon Go Controversy, and the Death of Live Service Games

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

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386: The Game Deflators E380 | Is Valve’s Steam Machine in TROUBLE?!?

In this episode of the Game Deflators podcast, hosts John and Ryan discuss a variety of topics including their recent game pickups, experiences with movie-based video games, and personal updates. They delve into the unique RPG mechanics of Valkyrie Profile, share their thoughts on the anime Record of Ragnarok, and review the indie game Iron

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385: The Game Deflators E379 | Switch 2 Price Panic and Highguard’s Heroic Faceplant

On this week’s Game Deflators podcast episode, John and Ryan are back with a packed lineup of gaming chatter, industry hot takes, and a double dose of Highguard discourse. The episode kicks off with fresh gaming updates as the guys break down what they’ve been playing, what’s caught their attention. From there, they dive into

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384: The Game Deflators E378 | PlayStation 6 Rumors Explode: Is Sony Copying the Switch?

In this episode of the Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan dive into a packed week of gaming chatter. They kick things off with their latest pickups and what’s been spinning in their consoles, including early impressions of the charming new adventure Plucky Squire. The conversation heats up as they break down the Xbox Developer

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