The prop hunt genre has surged in popularity, captivating players with its unique blend of hide-and-seek and environmental puzzles. The latest addition to this genre, "Where's Potato?" by developer gamesbynav, now available on Android, is a fresh take on this engaging concept. In this game, players can take on the role of either a potato or one of the seekers tasked with finding it. The potato's objective is to evade capture, while also having the ability to eat hot chili peppers to gain a fiery attack that can burn seekers. Successfully burning three seekers leads to victory for the potato.
Visually, "Where's Potato?" might not dazzle with cutting-edge graphics, presenting a straightforward 3D environment set in a typical suburban home. Yet, for a solo project from a relatively new developer, it's a commendable effort. The game's simplicity in design, however, raises questions about its ability to stand out in a genre that thrives primarily on social gaming platforms like Minecraft or as a sub-mode in other games. "Where's Potato?" faces the challenge of establishing itself as a standalone downloadable title.
Despite these challenges, the successful creation of a functional multiplayer game is no small feat, and it speaks volumes about gamesbynav's potential. As such, I'll be keeping a close eye on this developer's future projects.
If "Where's Potato?" doesn't tickle your fancy and you're seeking other ways to spend your weekend, consider exploring our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week.
Scouting for potatoes
