ABOUT THIS EPISODE
The Game Deflators pick the greatest platformers ever then each builds a $200 ideal collection, balancing nostalgia and value in gaming.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Platformers and Budgeting Games
01:14 Super Mario All-Stars Plus World
06:14 Ratchet and Clank
10:57 Sly Cooper
13:02 Donkey Kong Country 3
16:36 Mario 64
19:33 Crash Bandicoot
22:34 Spyro
26:21 GRIS
29:17 Castlevania
32:36 Rayman Legends
36:29 Speedrunners 2
39:36 Little Big Planet
44:20 Sonic Mega Collection
46:55 Inside/Limbo
51:08 Screen Bound
John and Ryan kick off the episode by debating their picks for the top platformer games in video game history. From timeless staples like Super Mario and Donkey Kong to cult favorites like Sly Cooper. Along the way, they provided current pricing breakdowns and shared why each game resonates with them, blending personal passion with collector insight.
Each host receives $200 to compile their ideal video game collection. They walk through their strategies, explain the titles they prioritized, and break down how they balanced nostalgia and value. It’s a fun exercise in budget collecting that highlights the different ways gamers approach building a library.
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