The Game Deflators

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The Game Deflators is a weekly podcast hosted by a couple of guys who truly enjoy video games and nerd culture. Listen in weekly to hear current video game news, new video game pickups, and video game... more

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How many episodes does The Game Deflators have?

The podcast currently has 79 episodes available.

The Game Deflators episodes:

August 10, 2026 412: The Game Deflators E406 | Will XBOX Support Physical Games?
Marvel Tokon PC issues, Nintendo movie expansion, Sony physical‑media backlash, Microsoft disc‑support plans, and a Space Station Silicon Valley N64 review. Chapters:00:00 — Episode preview00:31 — Welcome & show intro01:34 — John’s recent pickups and gaming05:14 — Ryan’s LEGO pickup, Ori, and Guilty Gear Strive10:50 — Marvel Tokon’s PC launch problems14:52 — Nintendo’s expanding movie…
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1h 1min
August 03, 2026 411: The Game Deflators E405 | $250 Xbox Challenge!
$250 Xbox collecting challenge, OG Xbox memories, console history, and ideal starter collections built on a budget. Chapters:0:00 — Intro and the Starter Kit Showdown concept1:31 — Budget rules, pricing, and original Xbox overview3:02 — Personal history with the original Xbox and the Duke controller5:09 — Launch lineup discussion8:55 — First experiences with the console and Halo memories12:54…
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59min
July 27, 2026 410: The Game Deflators E404 | GameStop CEO: Discs Don’t Matter!
Nintendo patent rejection sass, Switch 2 tariff dispute, GameStop CEO on disc‑less Sony, Xbox Back‑Compat for PC, gaming pickups, and a Greendog Genesis review. Chapters:0:00 — Intro2:11 — Pickups: Mio, Magic Cards & Discworld Books7:35 — Currently Playing: Dino Stalker & Finny the Fish12:50 — Favorite Disney Movies14:55 — The Odyssey Movie Talk19:32 — Currently Playing: Chrono Trigger23:59…
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1h 8min
July 20, 2026 409: The Game Deflators E403 | PS6 Handheld Rumors Heat Up as Microsoft Loses a Court Case
Microsoft lawsuit loss, Steam refund controversy, One Piece scalper chaos, PS6 handheld speculation, gaming pickups, and a Popcorn Rocket PS4 review. Chapters:00:00 Introduction00:50 Game Pickups and Inflation Deflation Challenge02:21 Discussion on Popcorn Rocket Game04:48 Nicktoons Dice of Destiny 08:15 Sky Gunner 10:58 Cold Fear 14:46 Finny the Fish and the Seven Waters19:56 Dino Stalker and…
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1h 6min
July 13, 2026 408: The Game Deflators E402 | Mario Kart Tour Delisted and Xbox Layoffs Hit
Gaming pickups, Xbox employee concerns, Mario Kart Tour shutdown, Xbox layoffs, PlayStation backlash, SGDQ talk, and an A Short Hike review. Chapters:00:00 Introduction01:28 Game Pickups and Miniatures Discussion03:32 Current Games: Evil West and Short Hike06:11 Physical Game Pickups and Onimusha08:56 Summer Games Done Quick and Speedrunning Community11:27 Xbox’s Corporate Changes and Employee…
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51min
July 06, 2026 407: The Game Deflators E401 | Sony Is Killing Video Game Ownership
Xbox disc‑to‑digital testing, Sony ending physical games, Krafton bonus payouts, gaming pickups, and an Onimusha Warlords review with guest Barry Carenza of PM‑Studios. 00:00 Intro03:31 Video Game Pickups21:59 Digital Transformation in Gaming27:05 Digitizing Game Collections29:24 The Challenge of Storage Space31:27 The Future of Digital Ownership34:20 Game Sharing and Family Plans36:51 Sony’s…
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1h 33min
June 29, 2026 406: The Game Deflators E400 | 15 Video Games You NEED to Play
Xbox Helix pricing leak, new Steam Machine pricing, and 15 essential video games everyone should play — featuring Will from PlayStation Ain’t Dead. Chapters:00:00 Celebrating 400 Episodes and Game Picks03:13 Game Recommendations and Collecting Magic Cards06:17 Exploring Game Soundtracks and Vinyl Collecting09:03 Current Gaming Experiences and Upcoming Titles12:14 Game Collecting Adventures and…
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1h 38min
June 22, 2026 405: The Game Deflators E399 | Xbox FUTURE in Question
Video Game playthrough updates, upcoming releases, PlayStation and Xbox news, Nintendo breach, Game Pass impact, and a retro review of Yu‑Gi‑Oh! Forbidden Memories. 00:00 Introduction03:15 Game Pickups and Collectibles06:22 Current Gaming Experiences09:17 Investments in Gaming Stocks12:15 Upcoming Game Releases15:23 Remote Play and Gaming on the Go18:13 Industry News: PlayStation Exclusives21:11…
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1h 10min
June 15, 2026 404: The Game Deflators E398 | Nintendo Lawsuit Updates and Summer Game Reveals
Showcase week breakdowns, Nintendo legal updates, rising hardware costs, current playthroughs, and a retro review of Monster Rancher Battle Card. Chapters:00:00 Intro09:19 Magic: The Gathering Insights16:01 Brave Fencer Musashi Thoughts23:10 Current Gaming Adventures: Killzone Shadowfall23:40 Exciting Game Pickups25:27 Digital Gaming Trends and Preferences31:21 Exploring Mina the Hollower…
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1h 26min
June 08, 2026 403: The Game Deflators E397 | PlayStation Comes Out Swinging
Nintendo news, Steam Machine launch, PlayStation State of Play highlights, MTG Marvel set records, and a retro review of Magic: The Gathering Battlemage on the Game Deflators Podcast. Chapters:00:00 Intro03:11 Pickups and current plays06:09 John’s PlayStation 5 Troubles and Game Resolutions09:11 Ryan’s Inflation Deflation Challenge and Game Recommendations12:11 Mina the Hollower: A Game of the…
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1h 12min

FAQs about The Game Deflators:

How many episodes does The Game Deflators have?

The podcast currently has 79 episodes available.