The prop hunt genre has been gaining significant traction in recent years, captivating players with its unique blend of hide-and-seek gameplay within cluttered environments. The latest addition to this genre is "Where's Potato?" by developer gamesbynav, now available on Android. In this game, players take on the role of either a potato hiding from seekers or the seekers themselves, tasked with uncovering the potato's hiding spot in a typical suburban home.
While "Where's Potato?" may not boast the most visually stunning graphics, it compensates with engaging gameplay mechanics. As the potato, players aren't entirely at the mercy of the seekers. By consuming hot chili peppers, the potato gains the ability to attack and burn seekers, securing a win by taking down three of them. Despite its straightforward 3D design, "Where's Potato?" showcases a commendable effort for a solo project from a relatively new developer.
However, the game faces a challenge in standing out within the prop hunt genre. This genre thrives primarily on social gaming platforms, such as Minecraft, or as a sub-mode within other games, rather than as standalone downloads. This dynamic might limit the appeal of "Where's Potato?" as a solo release.
Despite this, "Where's Potato?" is a respectable effort, especially considering the complexities of creating a functional multiplayer game. This achievement is noteworthy even among more seasoned developers. I'll be keeping an eye on gamesbynav to see what innovative projects they bring to the table next.
If "Where's Potato?" doesn't pique your interest, and you're searching for alternative ways to spend your weekend, why not explore our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week?