The prop hunt genre continues to gain traction, captivating players with its simple yet engaging concept of blending into the environment to evade detection. The latest addition to this genre, "Where's Potato?" by developer gamesbynav, is now available on Android and aims to ride the wave of this growing popularity.
In "Where's Potato?", players can assume the role of either the potato or the seekers. The game is set in a typical suburban home, where the potato must hide and avoid being found. However, the potato isn't entirely helpless; by consuming hot chili peppers, it gains the power to burn seekers. Successfully burning three seekers secures a win for the potato.
Visually, "Where's Potato?" may not break new ground with its straightforward 3D design, but it's a commendable effort for a solo project from a relatively new developer. Despite its visual simplicity, the game offers functional multiplayer gameplay, which is no small feat and something even more seasoned developers can find challenging.
However, "Where's Potato?" faces significant hurdles in standing out within the prop hunt genre. This genre thrives primarily on social gaming platforms like Minecraft or as a sub-mode in other games, making it difficult for a standalone title like "Where's Potato?" to capture a broad audience.
Despite these challenges, "Where's Potato?" demonstrates the potential of gamesbynav, and it will be interesting to see what the developer comes up with next. If you're looking for alternative ways to spend your weekend, consider exploring our list of the top five new mobile games to try this week.
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