“Shamelessly copied from old 12in12” (this is a very much spare time project for me, but figured I would give it a try)

Mission

Take the challenge - Defeat your backlog!

A lot of gamers have built up a sizable backlog of games they haven’t gotten around to finishing or even trying for the first time. With bundles and sales so tempting, it’s easy to rack up a large library! Take the 12in12 challenge and knock down your backlog while having fun. A little community support can go a long way towards meeting your goals. How It Works

  • 1 Organize your backlog.

  • 2 Pick 12 games that you want to complete.

  • 3 Play one each month.

  • 4 Post about your progress and encourage others.

Thread Schedule

Day of Month Subject
1st thru 5th Monthly Starting Thread - Declare what game(s) you’ll be playing so you can stick to it.
6th thru 24th Monthly Genre Thread - Discuss the genre of the month with players on any platform.
25th thru end Monthly Finishing Thread - Discuss what you attempted, completed, or lagged on.

FAQ

Can I only join in January? And do I have to play a game in the genre of the month?

No! You can start at any time in the year, and you can play whatever games you want. The monthly genre thread is to unite gamers across all platforms in a fun discussion, and maybe provide some inspiration to pick something you’d otherwise miss from your backlog.

Do I have to play a game a month? Can I do more or fewer than that?

You can set up any goal you want. Some intrepid users are even attempting 52in52 (one game per week)! Everyone’s schedule and situation is different, but try to set a realistic goal so you can keep on track with it throughout the year.

What if I fall behind?

Life happens, and gaming is one of the first things to be pushed aside for other priorities. It’s okay! You can adjust your goal or work on it more the next month. We have a monthly thread for discussing progress.

Am I not allowed to buy any new games?

Of course you can buy new games. However this community is about knocking a backlog down rather than adding to it. If you’re chomping at the bit for that new AAA game or something that just came out, pick it up and play it right away.

I don't like one of the games I tried. Does that count?

Yes, it’s good that you gave it a try and that’s one less title on your list to worry about. Progress is great. If there’s more time left in the month, pick another game and give it a go. Bundle addicts, we’re looking at you here.–