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

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 Games
03:21 Nintendo's Patent Issues and Market Trends
06:02 Exploring the Witcher Series and Gameplay Experiences
09:04 Ryan's Metal Gear Solid Journey
12:06 Dungeons & Dragons Update
15:17 Nintendo's Switch 2 Sales and Consumer Loyalty
18:13 Nintendo's Patent Controversy
28:56 Patent Controversies and Gaming Mechanics
32:43 The Impact of Competition on Nintendo
34:44 Crafting Games and Market Dynamics
36:53 Trademark Battles and Character Design
45:29 Mega Man Soccer: A Frustrating Experience
55:22 Outro

 

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Permission for intro and outro music provided by Matthew Huffaker http://www.youtube.com/user/teknoaxe 2_25_18