BAKLOG

BAKLOG is a desktop app for players whose games are scattered across storefronts and who want help choosing what to play next. Its mix of library tools, deal tracking, giveaways, and unusually deep statistics makes it a strong fit for data-minded PC and console players. Its open beta and limited free refreshes are the main reasons to hesitate.

Overview

BAKLOG brings owned games, playtime, reviews, wishlists, deals, and giveaways into one dashboard. That breadth makes it more useful than a basic backlog checklist: players can compare their collections and find promotions for games they want, while the app filters giveaways for titles they already own. The trade-off is that this is still an open beta with desktop apps only, so it suits players comfortable with an evolving product better than anyone who needs a mobile companion.

Key features

One library across stores

The app pulls from 12 library sources, including Steam, Epic, GOG, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and EA App. Cross-store deduplication helps keep repeated titles from inflating the collection, while combined playtime and review scores give more context for choosing a game. A filter for DLC and other non-game items keeps the backlog focused on games. Up to three custom-named Picks tabs offer a compact way to group candidates, though players who organize around many custom lists may find that ceiling restrictive.

Deals and claimable games

Deal radar draws on eight wishlist sources and shows prices in the user's currency, which makes it practical for tracking wanted games across storefronts. Claimable Now aggregates active full-game giveaways from sources such as GamerPower, IsThereAnyDeal, and the Epic Store, and hides titles already owned. Because the giveaway feature is included on Free, it adds a useful discovery tool without requiring a paid plan.

Statistics and refreshes

More than 300 statistics include baseball-inspired measures such as completion AVG, backlog OPS, value-per-hour, and WAR for a next pick. This gives players who enjoy comparing progress and value plenty to explore, although the specialized scoring language may matter less to anyone who simply wants a short list of unfinished games. Free users can refresh one store at a time and the app automatically refreshes one stale store about every 30 minutes while open. Pro queues bulk refreshes and can refresh while the app is closed, a meaningful upgrade for large libraries or people who do not keep the dashboard running.

Privacy and security

Catalogs stay on the user's computer by default, and store requests run from the user's own PC and IP. Pro cloud sync is optional and covers catalogs and personal statuses; credentials remain local. Store credentials are encrypted at rest with AES-256-GCM and kept in the operating system's credential store. The desktop app has no telemetry by default, and BAKLOG says it does not sell catalog data; its marketing pages use Google Analytics for anonymous page views. The full app is MIT-licensed, with a public repository and threat model, giving technically inclined users a way to inspect its approach.

Pricing

Free — free

Free includes library import and browsing across stores, automatic fetching on connection, Claimable Now for full-game giveaways, and refreshes limited to one store at a time. It covers the core backlog workflow and giveaway feed, so it is a sensible starting point for players willing to refresh manually and keep the app open for periodic updates.

Pro — custom pricing

Pro removes sponsored deal cards and adds refresh while closed, queued bulk refresh, deep achievement and trophy sync, opt-in cloud sync, and a bonus claimables feed. Deal and watchlist alerts are coming soon.

Platforms

BAKLOG runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows. It has no mobile apps. The project is in open beta: users can request a packaged download link by email or clone and run the source on those desktop platforms. Players who expect to manage a backlog from a phone will need another option.

Who it's for

BAKLOG is best for players with collections spread across storefronts who want a local-first desktop view, detailed play statistics, wishlist deal tracking, and giveaway discovery in one place. Its cross-store breadth and ownership-aware giveaway feed are particularly useful for large libraries. It is a weaker fit for mobile-first players, people who need frequent background updates on the free tier, or anyone who requires a mature release rather than an open beta.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Combines 12 library sources, deduplication, playtime, reviews, and a non-game filter, reducing the need to reconcile storefront collections by hand.
• Pros: Deal radar spans eight wishlist sources with local-currency prices, and the free giveaway feed hides games already owned.
• Pros: Local catalogs by default, locally stored credentials, and no default desktop telemetry make privacy a clear part of the product's design.
• Cons: Free refreshes are limited to one store at a time, with automatic refresh covering one stale store about every 30 minutes only while the app is open.
• Cons: There are no mobile apps, and the product remains in open beta.
• Cons: Picks tabs stop at three, which may not suit players who depend on many custom groups.

Alternatives

For a broader cross-device tracking option, Logged runs on Android, iOS, macOS, web, and Windows; its free plan includes unlimited tracking, ratings, reviews, collections, imports, and exports, with light ads. Choose it if broad platform coverage and general-purpose tracking matter more than BAKLOG's store-focused deal, giveaway, and statistics dashboard.

GameTrack has a free plan with unlimited games, three custom lists, and three tags, and is available on Android, iOS, and macOS. It may suit players who want mobile access and straightforward custom organization; BAKLOG is the more directly focused choice for consolidating storefront libraries and tracking deals.

MioLog is a free, open-source option for Android, iOS, and web, with offline use and no account required. Consider it if those access and account preferences are central to your choice.

Playloggr is an Android and web alternative with a free plan that includes an unlimited library and wishlist, up to 10 folders and three rankings, plus a public profile and achievements. It fits players who want a more social, profile-based setup.

Backlog Zero is a free macOS and Windows option with all features included, no tiers, and no account. It is worth considering for a desktop backlog without a subscription structure.

Backlog.rip is a free web option with unlimited games, progress tracking, advanced search and filtering, custom states and lists, integrations, Steam sync, and cloud backups with multi-device sync. Choose it if browser access and cloud-based multi-device use are priorities.

Backloggd is a web-based alternative whose free plan includes unlimited game logging, lists, reviews, and journal tracking, with 14 days of recent activity. It suits players who want a web journal and logging workflow.

Cartridge is an iOS alternative with a free plan for library search, ratings and reviews, unlimited Stacks, social-link capture, and share cards. It fits an iPhone-centered library and sharing workflow.

Browse more options in Game Backlog Trackers.

Verdict

Choose BAKLOG if you want one desktop dashboard for a multi-store collection and value its combination of ownership-aware giveaways, wishlist deals, and extensive statistics. Its local-first approach and free core tools make it an appealing open-beta option. Look elsewhere if you need mobile access or background refresh without moving to Pro.