The prop hunt genre has been gaining traction, captivating players with its unique blend of hide-and-seek fun within cluttered environments. The latest addition to this genre is "Where's Potato?" developed by gamesbynav, now available on Android. This game offers a fresh twist on the classic formula by pitting players against each other as either a potato or seekers in a suburban setting.
In "Where's Potato?", the visuals are straightforward, featuring 3D graphics that serve the game's purpose without being overly impressive. As a potato, your task is to evade the seekers by hiding within the environment. However, you're not entirely helpless; consuming hot chili peppers grants you the ability to attack and burn the seekers. Successfully burning three seekers secures victory for the potato.
While "Where's Potato?" may not boast groundbreaking design, it's a commendable effort, especially considering it's a solo project from a relatively new developer. The game's potential to stand out, however, might be limited due to the prop hunt genre's popularity primarily on social gaming platforms like Minecraft, or as a sub-mode in other games. Standing alone as a single download could pose a challenge.
Despite this, the creation of a functional multiplayer game is no small feat, and gamesbynav's effort is noteworthy. It's clear that the developer has potential, and I'll be keeping an eye on their future projects.
If "Where's Potato?" doesn't pique your interest this weekend, why not explore our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try?
Scouting for potatoes