The Game Deflators

The Game Deflators E368 | Valve’s Steam Machine Is BACK?! + Sony Cross-Buy


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John and Ryan are back with another jam-packed episode covering the latest in gaming news, nostalgia, and industry trends. They kick things off by sharing their latest game pickups and games they are currently playing, before turning their attention to the newest updates and bans shaking up the Magic: The Gathering community. 

The conversation then shifts to Valve’s bold return to hardware with the Steam Machine, sparking debate about its place in today’s console market. From there, the duo explores the future of gaming consoles and PCs, weighing in on how the landscape continues to evolve. Sony’s cross-buy feature also takes center stage as they discuss its impact on market competition and digital game ownership. 

To wrap things up, John and Ryan take a nostalgic dive into Backyard Baseball, reminiscing about one of the most beloved childhood sports games.

 

00:00 Introduction to the Game Deflators Podcast

01:25 Game Pickups and Collectibles
03:16 Exploring Board Games: Aldara and Twilight Imperium
06:16 Current Gaming Experiences: The Witcher and Evil West
08:14 TV Show Discussions: King of the Hill and Daria
14:16 Magic: The Gathering Updates and Bans
25:21 Steam Machine: Valve's New Console
27:08 Valve's New Innovations in Gaming Hardware
35:21 The Future of Gaming Consoles and PCs
43:08 Sony's Cross-Buy Feature and Market Competition
44:04 Backyard Baseball: A Nostalgic Dive

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Permission for intro and outro music provided by Matthew Huffaker http://www.youtube.com/user/teknoaxe 2_25_18 

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