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I have a tough time beating games...
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Vidmusc	Jan 8 2014, 09:46 PM Post #1
Level 4 Posts: 374 Group: Members Member #3,159 Joined: Dec 19, 2010	As the topic title suggests, I have a tough time going through, and trying to beat games. I don't know why, I just have a severely hard time doing it. I get distracted with other games, and wind up not returning to certain ones after a long time. What are some good ways to fix this, and actually play through my games in full that you all could recommend?



Justin.A	Jan 8 2014, 09:56 PM Post #2
. Posts: 830 Group: Members Member #4,907 Joined: Mar 27, 2012	I also have this problem, I get sidetracked alot especially with rpgs. I find that it helps to focus on one console; Say focusing on the DS for a week or two and then switch it up. ( I tend to switch between games alot but generally only play one or two on a single console at a time.) But really my advice should be taken lightly since my back log is currently at...132...135...136 (damn you steam sales). I'd be interested in what Aero has to say because if i remember correctly he also had a massive backlog that he somehow managed to whittle down considerably.



Vidmusc	Jan 8 2014, 10:07 PM Post #3
Level 4 Posts: 374 Group: Members Member #3,159 Joined: Dec 19, 2010	I should also mention that with school and my job, I don't have as much time for gaming like I used to.



KingJames88	Jan 8 2014, 10:29 PM Post #4
Ds Games! Posts: 3,129 Group: Moderator Member #511 Joined: Apr 6, 2009	What works for me is being incredibly strict with myself. I'm only ever playing one game on ds and one game on 3ds at any given time, and will not start another until they're beaten. Another thing to do is space out your rpgs. After beating an rpg, I generally play 3-5 non rpg type games before I delve back into any type of game thats going to take a long time to beat. If you can manage to be strict and stick to one game, you'll find it's not too bad once you get used to it. I do the same thing with buying games, being strict about making sure they're at a specific price drop or less before I purchase, this way I don't just buy every game I want as soon as I see it.
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Vidmusc	Jan 8 2014, 10:46 PM Post #5
Level 4 Posts: 374 Group: Members Member #3,159 Joined: Dec 19, 2010	KingJames88 Jan 8 2014, 10:29 PM What works for me is being incredibly strict with myself. I'm only ever playing one game on ds and one game on 3ds at any given time, and will not start another until they're beaten. Another thing to do is space out your rpgs. After beating an rpg, I generally play 3-5 non rpg type games before I delve back into any type of game thats going to take a long time to beat. If you can manage to be strict and stick to one game, you'll find it's not too bad once you get used to it. I do the same thing with buying games, being strict about making sure they're at a specific price drop or less before I purchase, this way I don't just buy every game I want as soon as I see it. I'm gonna have to do something similar to this then. I have so many games, and I honestly just need to beat them all.



Nathan	Jan 8 2014, 11:13 PM Post #6
Posts: 1,857 Group: Founding Members Member #121 Joined: Jan 27, 2009	I do this too much always switch, my backlog is huge, over a 100 probably, I'm just not going to buy any more games, until I finish what I have, is enough good titles.
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CartridgeBros	Jan 9 2014, 06:17 PM Post #7
Level 1 Posts: 39 Group: Members Member #6,088 Joined: Apr 16, 2013	I also have the theory of breaking up RPG's with shorter action/shootem up/survival horror/platformers in the middle. That way I find stories don't run together and it keeps me from getting burnt out on the second or third RPG in a row. Also I go with the rule of 1 gamer per console at any given time. Really want to play Tomb Raider? I better beat Borderlands then... Hope that helps.
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TNT	Jan 9 2014, 07:39 PM Post #8
Totally Not Thanous Posts: 2,800 Group: Members Member #5,810 Joined: Jan 11, 2013	omg I have the exact same problem, I try to be strict with my self but I never end up doing it, and I have probably only beaten a few games ever and almost every game in my collection is in my backlog



Justin.A	Jan 9 2014, 07:48 PM Post #9
. Posts: 830 Group: Members Member #4,907 Joined: Mar 27, 2012	thanous Jan 9 2014, 07:39 PM omg I have the exact same problem, I try to be strict with my self but I never end up doing it, and I have probably only beaten a few games ever and almost every game in my collection is in my backlog Thanous, I know what your problem really is. Buying 600+ games in 2 years. Aint nobody got time fo dat.



browland1	Jan 9 2014, 08:14 PM Post #10
Posts: 3,481 Group: Admins Member #719 Joined: May 12, 2009 Currently Playing Bloodborne.	For me, video games are like books and TV shows. I'm quick and eager to pick them up, but I'm just as quick to put them back down. It's either ADD or I get bored quickly, likely a combination of both, and it often means that I have a ton of games that I've only played half of. RPGs tend to suffer the worst with me, as I rarely finish them due to their length and complexity. However, when a game hits me the right way, at the right time, I have no problem finishing it. I have to be in the mood, I guess.



RockmanDash12	Jan 9 2014, 09:03 PM Post #11
Anime Fan, Handheld Lover, VN Nut Posts: 1,553 Group: Members Member #5,081 Joined: May 23, 2012	I have problems finishing games on consoles and PC, i have to really dedicate my time to those when i'm at home, but with portables i can play wherever and are just more convienent. My backlog is very skewed twords consoles, but i think i'll just buy less console & PC games from now on.
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Richard	Jan 9 2014, 09:11 PM Post #12
Link Posts: 1,764 Group: Members Member #1,499 Joined: Jan 7, 2010	I have the same problem. I probably beat 1/3-1/2 of games I start playing these days. Don't really know the solution besides kicking yourself in the ass, but I have also realized that forcing yourself to enjoy something isn't the best route. We all have limited gaming time, so use it wisely.
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TNT	Jan 9 2014, 09:24 PM Post #13
Totally Not Thanous Posts: 2,800 Group: Members Member #5,810 Joined: Jan 11, 2013	Justin.A Jan 9 2014, 07:48 PM thanous Jan 9 2014, 07:39 PM omg I have the exact same problem, I try to be strict with my self but I never end up doing it, and I have probably only beaten a few games ever and almost every game in my collection is in my backlog Thanous, I know what your problem really is. Buying 600+ games in 2 years. Aint nobody got time fo dat. a year and a 4 months, and 500, but it will probably be 600 by the time it is 2 years and you are right, but still I barely play more than a few hours of some most of my games, or I play them once (even though that once might be a long once) and never play them again.



RockmanDash12	Jan 9 2014, 09:36 PM Post #14
Anime Fan, Handheld Lover, VN Nut Posts: 1,553 Group: Members Member #5,081 Joined: May 23, 2012	thanous Jan 9 2014, 09:24 PM Justin.A Jan 9 2014, 07:48 PM thanous Jan 9 2014, 07:39 PM omg I have the exact same problem, I try to be strict with my self but I never end up doing it, and I have probably only beaten a few games ever and almost every game in my collection is in my backlog Thanous, I know what your problem really is. Buying 600+ games in 2 years. Aint nobody got time fo dat. a year and a 4 months, and 500, but it will probably be 600 by the time it is 2 years and you are right, but still I barely play more than a few hours of some most of my games, or I play them once (even though that once might be a long once) and never play them again. um that's Zaven's problem.
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Vidmusc	Jan 9 2014, 09:47 PM Post #15
Level 4 Posts: 374 Group: Members Member #3,159 Joined: Dec 19, 2010	I'll have to take some of these tips into consideration. Thanks guys! Also, another question since it somewhat has to do with this: How do you all keep track of your backlog?



KingJames88	Jan 9 2014, 09:51 PM Post #16
Ds Games! Posts: 3,129 Group: Moderator Member #511 Joined: Apr 6, 2009	Backloggery.com
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Justin.A	Jan 9 2014, 09:59 PM Post #17
. Posts: 830 Group: Members Member #4,907 Joined: Mar 27, 2012	Rockmandash12 Jan 9 2014, 09:36 PM thanous Jan 9 2014, 09:24 PM Justin.A Jan 9 2014, 07:48 PM thanous Jan 9 2014, 07:39 PM omg I have the exact same problem, I try to be strict with my self but I never end up doing it, and I have probably only beaten a few games ever and almost every game in my collection is in my backlog Thanous, I know what your problem really is. Buying 600+ games in 2 years. Aint nobody got time fo dat. a year and a 4 months, and 500, but it will probably be 600 by the time it is 2 years and you are right, but still I barely play more than a few hours of some most of my games, or I play them once (even though that once might be a long once) and never play them again. um that's Zaven's problem. Pretty sure I've said this before, but I am of the belief that Zaven and Thanous are the same person. Or at the very least they are twins that were seperated at birth in an evil plot to drive me mad. As far as keeping track of my back log goes. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0ApuIW_QFLjW1dGxRMkJIVFBjSnNhMk1CMWdGWjdSZ2c&usp=sharing Spreadsheets are your friend.



RockmanDash12	Jan 9 2014, 10:05 PM Post #18
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OMEGAlomania	Jan 9 2014, 10:47 PM Post #19
...and they shall know no fear. Posts: 813 Group: Members Member #4,869 Joined: Mar 15, 2012	I think it's a pretty common thing. If something doesn't grab me after the first couple hours I probably won't play much more of it. Though it doesn't mean I'll steamroll through games I DO get in to either... I'll put a LOT of time in to something I like, but it will be over a long period. I actually don't remember the last time I just sat down over a whole day and finished a modern AAA game start to finish, there and then. For example, I've been playing Bioshock Infinite since Jan 1st, and at a guess I'm just over two thirds of the way through (planning to get it done this weekend, not much time left to put in to it I don't think). I don't know if that's me wanting to prolong something I am really enjoying, if it's the fact that i've been putting time in to Civ V (screw Inca, frsrs) and FFXIV, or both. I know that both of those reasons have been factors in the past. But the long and short of it; if you really want to get through something and you think it's worth your time, you will probably find yourself making the time
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TNT	Jan 9 2014, 10:55 PM Post #20
Totally Not Thanous Posts: 2,800 Group: Members Member #5,810 Joined: Jan 11, 2013	Justin.A Jan 9 2014, 09:59 PM Rockmandash12 Jan 9 2014, 09:36 PM thanous Jan 9 2014, 09:24 PM Justin.A Jan 9 2014, 07:48 PM thanous Jan 9 2014, 07:39 PM omg I have the exact same problem, I try to be strict with my self but I never end up doing it, and I have probably only beaten a few games ever and almost every game in my collection is in my backlog Thanous, I know what your problem really is. Buying 600+ games in 2 years. Aint nobody got time fo dat. a year and a 4 months, and 500, but it will probably be 600 by the time it is 2 years and you are right, but still I barely play more than a few hours of some most of my games, or I play them once (even though that once might be a long once) and never play them again. um that's Zaven's problem. Pretty sure I've said this before, but I am of the belief that Zaven and Thanous are the same person. Or at the very least they are twins that were seperated at birth in an evil plot to drive me mad. As far as keeping track of my back log goes. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0ApuIW_QFLjW1dGxRMkJIVFBjSnNhMk1CMWdGWjdSZ2c&usp=sharing Spreadsheets are your friend. and I have given you proof multiple times that your theory is false, and another point is rocko is zavens lover, and he hates me so we couldn't be the same person



Vidmusc	Jan 9 2014, 11:01 PM Post #21
Level 4 Posts: 374 Group: Members Member #3,159 Joined: Dec 19, 2010	I find it very interesting I made this topic yesterday and beat a game today. Sleeping Dogs. My god it was great.



TNT	Jan 9 2014, 11:05 PM Post #22
Totally Not Thanous Posts: 2,800 Group: Members Member #5,810 Joined: Jan 11, 2013	VSigma100 Jan 9 2014, 11:01 PM I find it very interesting I made this topic yesterday and beat a game today. Sleeping Dogs. My god it was great. one of the few games I have beat, it is absolutely amazing ain't it



NinjaPenguin8969	Jan 9 2014, 11:16 PM Post #23
I SUCK AT GAMES Posts: 3,048 Group: Members Member #1,200 Joined: Aug 29, 2009 Currently Playing Horizon: Zero Dawn	OMEGAlomania Jan 9 2014, 10:47 PM But the long and short of it; if you really want to get through something and you think it's worth your time, you will probably find yourself making the time Agreed! I have a bunch of games that are only 6 hours long that I have yet to beat, but I've put in 45 hours into Assassins Creed Black Flag and it's the only game I've really played the last three weeks. I don't really like forcing myself to complete one game before moving onto another. If the game is your cup of tea and worth your time you'll keep powering through with little effort Good choice on Sleeping Dogs!! That game is so great Also if you happen to have Sleeping Dogs on Xbox 360 all of the DLC is 50% off right now! Edited by NinjaPenguin8969, Jan 10 2014, 12:57 AM.



RockmanDash12	Jan 10 2014, 12:07 AM Post #24
Anime Fan, Handheld Lover, VN Nut Posts: 1,553 Group: Members Member #5,081 Joined: May 23, 2012	thanous Jan 9 2014, 10:55 PM Justin.A Jan 9 2014, 09:59 PM Rockmandash12 Jan 9 2014, 09:36 PM thanous Jan 9 2014, 09:24 PM Justin.A Jan 9 2014, 07:48 PM thanous Jan 9 2014, 07:39 PM omg I have the exact same problem, I try to be strict with my self but I never end up doing it, and I have probably only beaten a few games ever and almost every game in my collection is in my backlog Thanous, I know what your problem really is. Buying 600+ games in 2 years. Aint nobody got time fo dat. a year and a 4 months, and 500, but it will probably be 600 by the time it is 2 years and you are right, but still I barely play more than a few hours of some most of my games, or I play them once (even though that once might be a long once) and never play them again. um that's Zaven's problem. Pretty sure I've said this before, but I am of the belief that Zaven and Thanous are the same person. Or at the very least they are twins that were seperated at birth in an evil plot to drive me mad. As far as keeping track of my back log goes. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0ApuIW_QFLjW1dGxRMkJIVFBjSnNhMk1CMWdGWjdSZ2c&usp=sharing Spreadsheets are your friend. and I have given you proof multiple times that your theory is false, and another point is rocko is zavens lover, and he hates me so we couldn't be the same person .....
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S_Pac316	Jan 10 2014, 04:20 AM Post #25
EL PACO LOCO! Posts: 301 Group: Members Member #3,696 Joined: Apr 9, 2011	Yeah, I have a hard time beating most of the games I have. Either I lose motivation, get bored or distracted when a new game comes out. Or I have no time. It sucks...
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