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’s recent revelation about the percentage of Switch 2 owners who upgraded from the original Switch, Tencent’s unusual “Mickey Mouse defense” in its court battle with Sony, and the U.S. Patent Office’s decision to reexamine Nintendo’s patent on summoning mechanics. Wrapping things up, the guys take a nostalgic detour with a quirky retro review of Mega Man Soccer for the SNES, debating whether this oddball spin-off is a hidden gem or simply a relic best left in the past.   00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Current Games03:21 Nintendo's Patent Issues and Market Trends06:02 Exploring the Witcher Series and Gameplay Experiences09:04 Ryan's Metal Gear Solid Journey12:06 Dungeons & Dragons Update15:17 Nintendo's Switch 2 Sales and Consumer Loyalty18:13 Nintendo's Patent Controversy28:56 Patent Controversies and Gaming Mechanics32:43 The Impact of Competition on Nintendo34:44 Crafting Games and Market Dynamics36:53 Trademark Battles and Character Design45:29 Mega Man Soccer: A Frustrating Experience55:22 Outro   Want more Game Deflators content? Find us at www.thegamedeflators.com     Find us on Social Media Twitter @GameDeflators Instagram @TheGameDeflators Facebook @TheGameDeflators YouTube @The Game Deflators   Permission for intro and outro music provided by Matthew Huffaker http://www.youtube.com/user/teknoaxe 2_25_18