The Game Deflators E363 | Is Magic the Gathering Losing Its Magic?

Update: 2025-10-13

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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 have reignited debate around Universes Beyond. Is Hasbro enriching the game with crossovers—or forcing them down players’ throats? Then the duo unpacks the buzz around a potential Nintendo hack. What’s the story, and how could it impact gamers and developers alike?

Finally, they dive into a retro horror gem with a review of Siren on PS2. Does this stealth-heavy survival title still deliver the scares, or has time dulled its edge?

00:00 Introduction to the Game Deflators Podcast

01:09 Gaming Pickups and Equipment

07:18 Silent Hill F: Gameplay and Story Analysis

27:14 Gaming Nostalgia and Spooky Season

31:55 Magic: The Gathering's Universes Beyond Controversy

44:09 The Future of Universes Beyond and Crossovers

52:54 Magic Card Collecting and Pricing

55:01 Nintendo Hacked: Implications for the Gaming Industry

01:01:55 Siren: A Deep Dive into Gameplay and Mechanics

01:17:29 Final Thoughts on Game Pricing and Value

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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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