Best Game Deflators Podcasts (2025)

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The Game Deflators E372 | 2025 Game Awards Reactions + New Year, New Games 1:12:46

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In this week’s episode of The Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan bring a packed agenda to the table. The duo kicks things off with fresh updates from their ongoing Strixhaven D&D campaign, sharing the latest twists, character antics, and how the story is evolving. Looking ahead, they set their New Games Resolutions for 2026, laying out the title…

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PMP POD WEEK 15: Broncos Deflate The Packers In Denver 34-26, Defense Can't Overcome Parsons' Injury, Jordan Love Tale Of Two Halves, Take News: SB Odds/Replacements/Structure Change Upcoming?, Bears Preview ... 1:26:27

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INTRO OPENING THOUGHTS OFFENSE TALK DEFENSE TALK SPECIAL TEAMS TAKE NEWS: THIS A SUPER BOWL TEAM STILL? INJURY REPLACEMENTS NEW POWER STUCTURE UPCOMING? GUTEY THE DUDE? STUMP SPENNY PACKERS TRIVIA BEARS PREVIEW GOODBYE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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PMP POD WEEK 14: Packers Beat Little Brother Bears 28-21 At Lambeau, Christian Watson Is Rolling, "Small Man Syndrome Keisean Seals Game With INT, Take News: Who's Better Than Love?, Broncos Preview 1:33:04

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INTRO EARLY GAME THOUGHTS OFFENSE TALK DEFENSE TALK SPECIAL TEAMS TAKE NEWS: JODAN LOVE MVP? WHO WOULD YOU RATHER HAVE THAN LOVE? STUMP SPENNY: PACKERS TRIVIA BRONCOS PREVIEW Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy PMP POD

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The Game Deflators E371 | Does Nostalgia Ruin Gaming – Video Game Past and Future Collide 1:04:55

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In this episode of the Game Deflators podcast, John and Ryan discuss their recent game pickups and titles they are currently playing. The guys then delve into the topic of nostalgia in gaming, questioning whether classic titles hold up to modern standards. The conversation shifts to industry news, including Mark Cerny's thoughts on Legend of the Dr…

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PMP POD WEEK 13: Packers Turn The Lions To Turkeys 31-24, Is Afro Toyotathon Jordan Love An MVP?, Micah Parsons Is Again HIM, Take News: Should Lambeau Add a Dome?, Bears Preview 1:34:48

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INTRO OPENING THOUGHTS, ONE BIG THOUGHT OFFENSE TALK, JORDAN LOVE GOOD, WICKS GOOD, WATSON GOOD, JOSH JACOBS GOOD, OLINE OKAY DEFENSE TALK, PARSON IS REALLY GOOD, WYATT HURT, MCUFFIE IS GOOD!, SO IS EVAN WILLIAMS AND THE D TAKE NEWS: SHOULD LAMBEAU HAVE A DOME? DOME HISTORY STUMP SPENNY BEARS PREVIEW Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bra…

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The Game Deflators E370 | The Gaming Industry’s Biggest Battle: Creativity vs Cash 1:09:26

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In this episode of the Game Deflators podcast, John and Ryan dive deep into the crossroads of creativity and commerce in the gaming industry. They explore how the Steam Machine’s pricing strategy could make or break its battle against heavyweights like the PS5, while reflecting on Dan Howser’s candid remarks about profit overshadowing innovation. T…

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PMP POD WEEK 12: Packers Embarrass The Lowly Vikings 23-6, Emanuel Wilson Runs Over The Vikes, JJ McCarthy Implosion Leads To Packers SKOL, Take News: Playoff Picture, Lions Thanksgiving Preview 1:34:59

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INTRO OPENING THOUGHTS OFFENSE: EMMANUEL WILSON DID IT, WAS THE OFFENSE TOO CONSERVATIVE? DEFENSE: WE WERE GOOD, JJ BAD. PARSONS IS SCARY SPECIAL TEAMS: ACTUALLY OKAY? TAKE NEWS: PLAYOFF PICTURE STUMP SPENNY LIONS PREVIEW OUTRO/FAN COMMENTS Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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The Game Deflators E369 | GameStop Wants Your Taxidermy Raccoon?! 1:14:54

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In this episode of the Game Deflators podcast, John and Ryan team up with Will from PlayStation Ain’t Dead for a lively crossover. The crew dives into pickups ranging from classic PS1 gems to modern horror titles, while debating the quirks of collecting sealed games. John and Ryan also share their experiences with Cyberpunk 2077, Metal Gear Solid, …

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PMP POD WEEK 11: Packers Obliterate Giants 27-20, Jordan Love Overcomes His Receivers, Defense Overcomes It's Drops, Take News: Is Losing Jacobs A Good Thing? Vikings Preview & Kwesi Thoughts 1:33:30

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INTRO OPENING THOUGHTS OFFENSE TALK: JORDAN LOVE GOOD AGAIN, MALIK SPARK, RECEIVERS DROPPED BALLS, WATSON MADE BIG CATCHES THO, LUKE MUSGRAVE YEESH, JACOB HURT, WILSON ALRIGHT, O-LINE DID ENOUGH, AARON BANKS OKAY? DEFENSE TALK, GARY IS TIRED, PARSON IS CLUTCH, ILBS WERE OK, SECNDARY DROPPED BALLS SPECIAL TEAMS: KICKER STUFF CONTINUES TAKE NEWS: IS …

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The Game Deflators E368 | Valve’s Steam Machine Is BACK?! + Sony Cross-Buy 54:05

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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 …

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PMP POD WEEK 10: Packers Put Up A Stinker 7-10 vs The Eagles, Can Matt LaFleur Beat A Two High Defense?, Defense Might Be Good Again? Take News: Who's To Blame For The Quite Bad O-Line?, Giants Preview ... 1:28:03

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INTRO OPENING THOUGHTS OFFENSE TALK DEFENSE TALK SPECIAL TEAMS, KICKER SHEESH TAKE NEWS: WHO'S AT FAULT ON THE O-LINE STUMP SPENNY GIANTS PREVIEW Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy PMP POD

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The Game Deflators E367 | Nintendo Patents Under Fire! Is their Lawsuit at Risk? 55:15

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On this week’s episode of The Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan share the latest additions to their gaming collections before diving into what they’re currently playing—John continues his long trek through The Witcher, while Ryan experiences Metal Gear Solid for the very first time. The duo then shift gears to industry news, discussing Nintendo…

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The Game Deflators E366 | Palworld vs Nintendo: Patent DENIED! + Halo PS5 News 1:33:28

1M ago1:33:28

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In this episode of The Game Deflators, John and Ryan welcome special guest Barry Carenza from PM Studios! Barry dives into the exciting lineup of upcoming titles from PM Studios and gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how ESRB ratings are set up for video games—yes, there's more to it than just slapping a letter on the box. The trio then ta…

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PMP POD WEEK 9: Packers Fall In The Trap 16-13 VS The Panthers, Redzone Offense Embarrasses, Defense Gets Pumped By Rico, Take News: Matt Needs To Let It Rip With Love, Eagles Preview 1:34:29

2M ago1:34:29

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INTRO INITIAL THOUGHTS, LAFLEUR STUFF OFFENSE TALK DEFENSE TALK SPECIAL TEAMS TALK TAKE NEWS: MATT SHOULD COACH THE TEAM HE HAS STUMP SPENNY EAGLES PREVIEW Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy PMP POD

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PMP POD WEEK 8: Jordan Love's Packers Womp Rodgers' Steelers 35-25, Tucker Kraft Makes Statement On National TE Day, Gary Does The Belt With Two Sacks, Take News: Grading Packers Position Groups, Panthers ... 1:39:11

2M ago1:39:11

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INTRO OPENING THOUGHTS, RODGERS JERSEYS OFFENSE TALK: JORDAN LOVE BEAT RODGERS, TUCKER KRAFT IS GOOD DEFENSE TALK: RASHAN AND MICAH ARE SCARY, NIXON IS NOT, WELL MAYBE IN A DIFFERENT WAY TAKE NEWS: GRADING THE POSITION GROUPS STUMP SPENNY PANTHERS PREVIEW Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/p…

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The Game Deflators E365 | You Won’t Believe What Xbox Might Do Next… 1:09:02

2M ago1:09:02

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In this episode of The Game Deflators podcast, hosts John and Ryan unpack a wide range of gaming topics with their signature blend of insight and nostalgia. They kick things off by sharing their latest game pickups and current playthroughs, offering listeners a peek into what’s hot on their consoles right now. The conversation takes a chilling turn…

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PMP POD WEEK 7: Packers Win 27-23 In Arizona, Jordan Love Forces The 4th Quarter Comeback, Micah Parsons Takes The Game Over, Take News: This Or That Packers Players, Aaron Rodgers' Steelers Preview 1:42:25

2M ago1:42:25

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INTRO INITIAL THOUGHTS DEFENSE THOUGHTS OFFENSE THOUGHTS SPECIAL TEAMS THOUGHTS TAKE NEWS: THIS OR THAT STUMP SPENNY RODGERS' STEELERS PREVIEW OUTRO, FAN STUFF Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy PMP POD

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The Game Deflators E364 | From Rampage to Chaos: Brian Colin’s Wild Ride Through Game Design 50:20

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In this electrifying episode of the Game Deflators podcast, John and Ryan sit down with legendary game designer and animator Brian Colin, the creative force behind arcade classics like Rampage and Arch Rivals. Brian takes listeners on a nostalgic journey through the unpredictable early days of game development—described as the "Wild West" of the in…

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PMP POD WEEK 6: Packers Win One 18-27 vs The Flacco Bengals, Jordan Love's Best Leg Game, Jeff First Halfley's Defense Struggles In Second Half, Take News: X's & O's Not Kraft and Golden?, Cardinals Preview ... 1:37:57

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INTRO: ZADARIUS RETIRED OPENING GAME THOUGHTS GAME'S BIG TAKE AWAY ITS REALLY NOT THAT BAD! OFFENSE BREAKDOWN: JORDAN LOVE'S GOT LEGGS GOLDEN BREAKOUT KRAFT USED WHAT HE GOT JOSH JACOBS GOOD WHILE SICK OLINE IMPROVEMENT DEFENSE: DEFENSE IS BAD IN SECOND HALVES IS PARSONS GETTING HELD? WHATS UP WITH THE LINEBACKERS? IS NIXON A CB1? SPECIAL TEAMS: AC…

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The Game Deflators E363 | Is Magic the Gathering Losing Its Magic? 1:19:40

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This week on The Game Deflators, John and Ryan kick things off with their latest gaming pickups and a spoiler-filled discussion of Silent Hill f. The guys break down the ending and share whether it lived up to the series’ legacy—or left them scratching their heads. Next, it’s on to Magic: The Gathering, where recent comments from Mark Rosewater hav…

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PMP POD BYE 2025 WEEK BONANZA: Surprises and Letdowns Of The Packers Season So Far, "Big Boy" Packers Draft, Bengals Preview 1:48:12

2M ago1:48:12

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The Game Deflators E362 | Free Game Pass with Ads? You Won’t Believe the Rumors 1:01:05

2M ago1:01:05

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PMP POD WEEK 4: Packers Lose By Tying 40-40 In Dallas, Tie Talk, Jordan Love And The Offense Were Really Good!, The Defense Was Quite Bad!, Take News: Matt LaFleur... Buddy... 1:27:15

3M ago1:27:15

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INTRO OPENING THOUGHTS, TIE TALK NBC TALK COLLAPSE TALK OFFENSE TALK, JORDAN LOVE GOOD, JOSH JACOBS GOOD, WILSON GOOD, RECIEVERS GOOD, ESPECIALLY ROMEO DOUBS, OLINE OKAY, TUCKER KRAFT GOOD, LUKE MUSGRAVE NOT AS GOOD. DEFENSE TALK, DEFENSE WAS NOT GOOD! BESIDES PARSONS SPECIAL TEAMS TALK: I MEAN... YOU GET IT TAKE NEWS: MATT LAFLEUR TEMP CHECK STUMP…

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The Game Deflators E361 | Silent Hill f Delivers Chills and GameStop Delivers Chaos 1:13:33

3M ago1:13:33

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In this week’s episode of The Game Deflators, John and Ryan dive headfirst into the eerie world of Silent Hill f, sharing their early impressions and how the game’s unsettling progression is shaping up. But the horror doesn’t stop there—Magic: The Gathering’s Spider-Man set is spinning a web of disappointment with weak pre-release numbers and slugg…

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PMP POD WEEK 3: Packers Shit The Bed vs The Browns 10-13, Jordan Had His WTF Moment At A Bad Time, Penalties & O-Line Problems Woof, Take News: LaFleur or Hafley?, Cowboys Preview 1:43:16

3M ago1:43:16

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INTRO ITS OKTOBERFEST'S FAULT WHAT HAPPENED? OFFENSE TALK, JORDAN LOVE BAD, OLINE BAD, RUNNING BACKS BAD, WIDEOUTS OKAY, TE'S OKAY DEFENSE: NOTHING BUT NICE THINGS REALLY TAKE NEWS: LAFLUER OR HAFLEY IN 2026? STUMP SPENNY PACKERS TRIVIA COWBOYS PREVIEW OUTRO Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.co…

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The Game Deflators E360 | Nintendo and Sony Court Battles Heat Up 1:16:20

3M ago1:16:20

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In this episode of The Game Deflators podcast, John and Ryan dive into a whirlwind of gaming topics. Starting with their latest Magic: The Gathering pickups and Ray's experience with the Spiderman pre-release. The duo then shares what they’ve been playing lately, with John visiting the gritty fantasy world of The Witcher 1 and Ryan eagerly explorin…

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PMP POD WEEK 2: Packers Embarrass Commanders 27-18, Packers Give Jayden Daniels A Career Low Night, Tucker Kraft Has Arrived... Again, Take News: Is Sterling Sharpe Weird?, Browns Preview 1:36:33

3M ago1:36:33

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-INTRO -OFFENSE TALK -DEFENSE TALK -SPECIAL TEAMS TALK -TAKE NEWS: IS STERLING SHARP WEIRD? NFC NORTH TALK -BROWNS PREVIEW -STUMP SPENNY -OUTRO Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy PMP POD

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The Game Deflators E359 | Gamers Furious Over Nintendo’s New Patents + Worst Direct Ever? 43:48

3M ago43:48

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This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, John dives into some current gen PlayStation 2 accessories and his recent play of Prince of Persia Sands of Time. Meanwhile, Ryan’s deep into Silk Song, and he’s got thoughts—lots of them. The duo also tackles Nintendo’s latest round of controversial patents, raising eyebrows across the gaming community. Fro…

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PMP POD WEEK 1: Packers Make A Statement Obliterating The Lions 27-13, Micah Parsons' Gravitational Aura Lifts Defense, Jordan Love Leads Near Mistake Free Offense, Take News: Is The Board Making Football ... 1:36:12

3M ago1:36:12

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INTRO, WE ARE REALLY GOOD WHENS THE LAST TIME YOU FELT THIS GOOD? DEFENSE TALK PARSONS IS HERE, DE GROUP PLAYS WELL, GARY GOOD, LVN SOLID? DL ALSO PLAYS GREAT. WOODEN IS NICE, WYATT SHOWED UP COOPERS IS COWBOY COOP, QUAY IS BETTER THAN OKAY SECONDARY DOES ENOUGH, EVAN WILLIAMS INT, X GOT A DUMB FLAG BREAK OFFENSE TALK JORDAN LOVE PLAYS A JORDAN LOV…

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The Game Deflators E358 | Silksong Backlash & Switch 2 Dev Kit Snub 53:14

3M ago53:14

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This week, John and Ryan kick things off with some fresh gaming pickups. John dives into his full playthrough of Neva, sharing thoughts on its emotional beats and visual storytelling, and gives a first-timer’s take on Beyblade Episode 1—no nostalgia goggles, just curiosity about the hype. Ryan’s been hands-on with Hollow Knight: Silksong, and while…

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PMP POD ULTIMATE 2025 SEASON PREVIEW: Predicting The Studs, Duds, DPOY, OPOY, ROY, MVP, Other Acronyms of The Packers Season, Micah Parsons Updates, Lions Preview 1:53:39

4M ago1:53:39

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INTRO MORE MICAH PARSONS UPDATES HIS BACK HURTS CAP STUFF/FUTURE COMP PICKS BAD LOCKER ROOM GUY? NUMBER CHANGES SEASON PREVIEW SURPRISE OF THE YEAR LET DOWN OF THE YEAR MATTHEW GOLDEN ROOKIE OF THE YEAR DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR MOST IMPORTANT PERSON INTRUSIVE THOUGHT OF THE SEASON BOLD PREDICTION OF THE YEAR SEASON …

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The Game Deflators E357 | PAX West 2025 Indie Games + VGP & PlayAsia De Minimis 52:26

4M ago52:26

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This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan dive into a whirlwind of gaming goodness. Ryan returns from PAX West 2025 with fresh impressions, indie highlights, and a few surprises from the show floor. Meanwhile, John wraps up his journey through Final Fantasy VI with final thoughts on its legacy and storytelling, then jumps into the lush…

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PMP POD: Packers Go All In Trading For Micah Parsons, Jerryatric Jones Got Fleeced, 53 Man Roster/Practice Squad Review 1:21:28

4M ago1:21:28

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INTRO WE TRADED FOR PARSONS WHAT WE GAVE UP WHAT HE'S GETTING PAID WHY JERRY DUMB? IS THIS REAL? HOW GOOD IS THE DEFENSE? 53 MAN ROSTER REVIEW PS REVIEW OTHER GARBAGE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy PMP POD

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The Game Deflators E356 | Silksong Is Breaking the Industry & Critical Role Ditches Daggerheart? 55:35

4M ago55:35

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In this week’s episode of The Game Deflators, John and Ryan dive into their latest pickups—from video games to spicy new Magic: The Gathering cards—and share updates on what’s been dominating their playtime lately. But the real chaos begins with the ripple effect of Hollow Knight: Silksong’s release date announcement, as developers scramble to dodg…

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PMP POD: Training Camp Wrap Up / 53 Man Roster Predictions, Micah Parsons To Green Bay? 1:33:43

4M ago1:33:43

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INTRO MICAH PARSONS? PACKERS VS COLTS REVIEW PACKERS PRACTICE WITH SEAHAWKS REVIEW TRAINING CAMP WRAP UP 53 MAN ROSTER PREDICTIONS REVIEWS BEST CURRENT PACKER JERSEY'S TO BUY??? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy PMP POD

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The Game Deflators E355 | Palworld Knockoff Hits the eShop?! What Is Nintendo Thinking? 1:14:02

4M ago1:14:02

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This week on The Game Deflators Podcast – John and Ryan dive into the cardboard chaos of Magic: The Gathering, unpacking their latest pickups and sounding off on the absurdity of collector booster prices. Is Wizards of the Coast pricing out its own fanbase? Meanwhile, John shares his progress on Final Fantasy VI and The Witcher, revealing whether p…

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PMP POD: Greatest Training Camp Ever Continues - Players Stock Up Stock Down, Beat Writer/Team Writer/Blogger Boy Breakdown, Mark Murphy Takes Kickback Job? 1:25:39

4M ago1:25:39

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INTRO DOES THE JETS GAME MATTER? PACKERS ARE INJURED STOCK UP JOHN FITZPATRICK EDGE ROOM THE YOUNG OFFENSIVE TACKLES THE RUNNING BACKS KALEN KING STOCK DOWN BACKUP CENTERS NON GOLDEN RECEIVERS, RYAN MAHAFFEY ISIAH LINEBACKERS OTHER NEWS IRISH MARK MCNAMEE WE SIGNED BALLENTINE KARL BROOKS? OTHER STUFF MARK MURPHY KICKBACK JOB? Advertising Inquiries:…

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The Game Deflators E354 | Nintendo’s Pulls Plug on Charity Event + Switch 2 Cart Upgrade 45:59

4M ago45:59

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In this week’s episode of The Game Deflators, John and Ryan dive into a treasure trove of gaming updates, pickups, and hot takes: Magic: The Gathering fans won’t want to miss the duo’s latest haul from Edge of Eternities, plus an update on the closure of Strixhaven Year Three in their long-running Dungeons & Dragons campaign. The Game Deflators als…

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The Game Deflators E353 | Nintendo Delivers. Wizards Apologizes. Who Won the Week? 43:50

5M ago43:50

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On this week’s Game Deflators episode, John and Ryan unbox their latest gaming hauls and share what’s hitting their shelves. The duo then dives into Wizards of the Coast's latest attempt to heal wounds in the D&D community by offering virtual tabletop map access across DnD Beyond. Is it a gesture of goodwill, or just clever cartography? Next, the g…

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PMP POD Training Camp Kickoff - Matthew Golden Is The Real Deal, Defense Looking To Break Team Turnover Record, Top Roster Battles, Mark Murphy Retires 1:26:18

5M ago1:26:18

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INTRO PACKERS UNVEIL NEW THROWBACK UNIFORM/HELMET ALSO LOCKER ROOM MATTHEW GOLDEN TALK, ALSO THE WIDEOUT ROOM OFFENSIVE LINE SHUFFLE, TOM PAID, ELGTON BACK, WALKER/MORGAN BATTLING BO MELTON IS A CONER, MIGHT MAKE THE TEAM INSIDE LINEBACKERS ARE A DIVERSE GROUP PACKERS EMPHISISING FORCED FUMBLES AND TURNOVERS OTHER ROSTER NOTES: STAKHOUSE, LVN GARY,…

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The Game Deflators E352 | Game Industry Shockwave: Sony’s Multiplatform Pivot + Microsoft’s Price Drop 51:01

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In this week's episode of The Game Deflators, John and Ryan tackle a dynamic mix of gaming news, nostalgic throwbacks, and anime hype. They kick things off with a breakdown of the latest One Piece anime episode and dive into their current progress reading the manga. Ryan then shares his newest Magic The Gathering pickups as John contemplates his ne…

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The Game Deflators E351 | Microtransactions Gone Wild + RPG Shenanigans 57:36

5M ago57:36

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John and Ryan are back at it with a jam-packed episode of gaming goodness and industry buzz. Things kick off with their latest gaming-related pickups and what’s currently stealing time from their backlogs. Then it’s onto the mystical halls of Strixhaven, as John leads a recap of their ongoing D&D campaign discussing enchanted puzzles, morally murky…

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The Game Deflators E350 | Chaos Emeralds, Market Moves & Nintendo Noise 1:06:59

5M ago1:06:59

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This week on the Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan share what they've been playing lately, swapping thoughts on new digital adventures and long-time favorites. John recaps his Crit Hit experience packed with tabletop energy and provides an update from the duos ongoing Strathaven Dungeons and Dragons campaign—expect magical mayhem and unexpected…

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The Game Deflators E349 | Anthem Ends, 3DS and Switch Bit Rot + Mario Swings for the Fences 56:51

6M ago56:51

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In this episode, John and Ryan bring a fastball of nostalgia and digital reckoning to your speakers. The duo dives into EA’s announcement to shut down Anthem's servers in January 2026, dissecting the legacy of a game that promised big but struggled to soar. Then it's a deep-tech discussion as they unravel the silent killer behind your favorite hand…

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The Game Deflators E348 | Sonic Crossovers, Nintendo Vibes & Jet-Ski Nostalgia 40:57

6M ago40:57

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In this episode of the Game Deflators Podcast, John and Ryan unpack an action-packed week in gaming with a lineup that spans kart racing chaos, collectible card surprises, corporate culture wins, and a splash of retro nostalgia. They kick things off with the wild new Sonic Racing CrossWorlds where iconic franchises like Minecraft, TMNT, and Avatar:…

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The Game Deflators E347 | Critical Picks & Racing Tricks: Daggerheart, MTG x FF, and Wave Race 64 56:36

6M ago56:36

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Strap in for a nostalgia-meets-news deep dive on this week’s episode of The Game Deflators! John and Ryan kick things off with a fresh batch of gaming pickups. Then it's time to roll initiative as the duo shares behind-the-screen updates from their latest Dungeons & Dragons campaign. In the tabletop world beyond their own, the guys examine big move…

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The Game Deflators E345 | XBOX Handheld Rumored Cancelation and Switch 2 Sales + T&C Surf Designs NES Review 53:34

6M ago53:34

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John and Ryan are back on the mics with sand in their shoes and cardboard in their backpacks, kicking things off with a roundup of their latest video game and Magic: The Gathering pickups—some gems and some regrets. Then it's onto showcase season, where the duo dives into their most anticipated titles from the latest Xbox Showcase and Sony's State …

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PMP POD Mini Camp Madness: The Jaire Saga Has Come To An End, Kenny's Toe Was Busted Now Bussin', Rodgers Is A Steeler, Training Camp Predictions 1:17:27

6M ago1:17:27

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HELLO RODGERS TO THE STEELERS JAIRE SAGA FINALLY ENDS, DOESN'T SOUND LIKE HE'D ADJUST HIS CONTRACT. FEEL OKAY ABOUT THE CB ROOM? BO MELTON TO CB? KENNY CLARK HAD A BAD TOE LAST YEAR LVN HURT HIS WITTLE THUMB WIDE RECIEVER ROOM IS INTERESTING JENKINS IS HOLDING IN ZACH TOM COMPETING? TRAINING CAMP HERO PREDICTION SPOTTED COW TALK Advertising Inquiri…

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The Game Deflators E346 | Cosmic Calamity & Congeon: A Crit Hit Update with Jim Miller 57:04

6M ago57:04

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This week on The Game Deflators Podcast, Ryan is joined by Jim Miller, the mastermind behind Crit Hit—Arizona’s premier tabletop convention! They kick things off by discussing their latest gaming pickups and what’s been keeping them glued to the table. Jim then shares exciting updates on Crit Hit 7: Cosmic Calamity, revealing what attendees can exp…

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The Game Deflators E344 | Will the Switch 2 Flop? + Mr. Mosquito Review with PlayStation Aint Dead 1:22:22

7M ago1:22:22

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This week, John and Ryan welcome Sean and Will from PlayStation Ain’t Dead for a gaming-packed discussion! The crew kicks things off by sharing their latest gaming pickups and what they've been diving into lately. Then, the big debate: Will the Nintendo Switch 2 capture the same magic as its predecessor, or will casual gamers skip this one? The pod…