Where's Potato? is a new contender in the increasingly popular prop hunt genre. Players take on the role of either a potato, cleverly disguised within a cluttered environment, or a seeker tasked with finding it. The goal is simple: for the potato, evade capture; for the seekers, locate and "burn" the potato.
The game's visuals are straightforward 3D, depicting a typical suburban home as the hiding ground. While not visually stunning, the setting effectively provides ample hiding spots. The potato isn't entirely helpless; consuming chili peppers grants the ability to attack and burn seekers—eliminating three secures victory.
While not groundbreaking in design, Where's Potato? is a respectable effort, especially considering it's a solo project from a relatively new developer. However, its success might be limited by the genre's inherent reliance on social platforms or integration within larger games. Prop hunt's popularity often stems from its inclusion in titles like Minecraft, rather than as a standalone experience.
Despite this potential hurdle, creating a functional multiplayer game is a significant achievement, even for experienced developers. Where's Potato? demonstrates promise, and I'll be watching gamesbynav's future projects with interest.
If this potato-themed prop hunt doesn't quite hit the spot, check out our latest list of top five new mobile games for more weekend gaming options.