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 Introduction 00:50 Game Pickups and Inflation Deflation Challenge 02:21 Discussion on Popcorn Rocket Game 04:48 Nicktoons Dice of Destiny 08:15 Sky Gunner 10:58 Cold Fear 14:46 Finny the Fish and the Seven Waters 19:56 Dino Stalker and Cruisin Blast 22:49 Ryan's Gaming Week and SGDQ 26:09 Microsoft Lawsuit and Digital Ownership Discussion 30:24 The Future of Digital Ownership 32:12 Scalpers and the Manga Market 36:01 Steam Refunds and Developer Concerns 45:41 Sony's Shift to Digital 54:49 Popcorn Rocket: A New Indie Game Review

John and Ryan dive into another week of gaming talk, starting with their recent video game pickups and what’s currently on their radar. From new finds to ongoing playthroughs, the duo breaks down what’s been keeping their controllers busy.

The news segment kicks off with Microsoft’s latest legal setback as the company lost a lawsuit in a Brazilian court, raising questions about regional regulation and platform responsibility. They then shift to Steam’s refund policies for games under the one‑hour return limit, highlighting a recent developer’s experience that sparked debate about fairness, abuse, and consumer protection.

Next, the conversation moves to Japan, where scalpers purchased One Piece magazines en masse due to a promotional card — another example of collectible culture colliding with opportunistic reselling.

The guys then explore a big speculative question: Is the PS6 going digital‑only because it will be a handheld? They break down rumors, hardware trends, and whether Sony’s future might lean toward a hybrid device.

To wrap up the episode, the Inflation Deflation Game of the Week features a review of Popcorn Rocket on PS4, as John and Ryan evaluate the quirky title’s gameplay, charm, and current market value.

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