The prop hunt genre has been steadily gaining traction, captivating players with its simple yet engaging concept of blending into the environment while others hunt for you. The latest addition to this genre, "Where's Potato?" by developer gamesbynav, is now available on Android, aiming to ride this wave of popularity.
"Where's Potato?" is a straightforward 3D prop hunt game set in a typical suburban home. Players can take on the role of the potato, tasked with evading a team of seekers. The potato isn't entirely helpless; by consuming hot chili peppers, it gains the ability to attack and burn seekers. Successfully burning three seekers secures a win for the potato.
While "Where's Potato?" may not break new ground visually, it's a commendable effort, especially considering it's a solo project from a relatively new developer. However, the game faces challenges in standing out within the crowded prop hunt genre, which thrives primarily on social gaming platforms like Minecraft or as a sub-mode in other games. As a standalone download, it might struggle to capture a broad audience.
Despite this, "Where's Potato?" is a solid achievement, particularly in the realm of multiplayer functionality, an area where even more seasoned developers sometimes stumble. I'll be keeping an eye on gamesbynav to see what innovative projects they bring to the table next.
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