Review of Game A Week powered by the Slant community.
This one is informal, and doesn't have a strong community yet, but it is growing. It is promoted by Adrieal Wallick, here's her GDC talk http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/227022/Video_Lessons_learned_from_trying_to_make_a_game_a_week.php .
Here are the Guidelines:
- WEEKLY DEADLINE
- SHARE THE GAME, GET FEEDBACK
- TRY TO CHANGE IT UP EACH WEEK
- REFLECT ON WHAT WORKED AND WHAT DID NOT
The community is centered around two place: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GameAWeek/ and http://www.reddit.com/r/GameAWeek
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Pros
Pro Flexible Schedule
You don't have to work on your game on any particular day(s), therefore you can work when it fits your schedule best.
Pro Informal Rules
Game A Week is more of practice than a contest, therefor you can apply rules to yourself that enhance your experience and creativity.
Pro Short Time Horizon
Having a quick deadline helps focus your effort and also keep your scope in check.