The prop hunt genre has seen a surge in popularity, captivating players with the thrill of hiding and seeking within cluttered environments. The latest addition to this genre is "Where's Potato?" developed by gamesbynav, now available on Android.
In "Where's Potato?", players can take on the role of either the potato or the seekers. As the potato, your objective is to evade the seekers by blending into the scenery of a typical suburban home. However, you're not entirely helpless; consuming hot chili peppers allows you to gain the power to attack and burn seekers. Successfully burn three seekers, and you secure victory as the potato.
While "Where's Potato?" may not push the boundaries of visual design, it's a commendable effort for a solo project from a relatively new developer. The game's straightforward 3D visuals serve the gameplay well, though it might struggle to stand out in the crowded prop hunt market. The genre's popularity primarily thrives on social gaming platforms, such as Minecraft, or as a sub-mode in other games, which might pose a challenge for "Where's Potato?" to establish itself as a standalone title.
Despite these challenges, the successful launch of a functional multiplayer game by gamesbynav is an impressive feat, especially considering that even more experienced developers sometimes struggle in this area. 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 this weekend, you might want to explore our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try.
Scouting for potatoes
