"Where's Potato? Launches New Prop Hunt Game on Android"

The prop hunt genre has been gaining significant traction lately, captivating players with its unique blend of hide-and-seek gameplay set in cluttered environments. The latest addition to this genre, "Where's Potato?" by developer gamesbynav, is now available on Android and aims to ride this wave of popularity.

In "Where's Potato?", players can take on the role of either the potato or the seekers. The potato's objective is to evade capture by blending into the surroundings of a typical suburban home. However, 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.

Visually, "Where's Potato?" may not be groundbreaking, presenting a straightforward 3D environment. Despite its modest appearance, 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 in 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, "Where's Potato?" might struggle to capture a broad audience.

Scouting for potatoesDespite these challenges, "Where's Potato?" is a respectable effort, particularly in its successful implementation of multiplayer functionality, an aspect that even some more experienced developers find challenging. This achievement has piqued my interest in gamesbynav's future projects.

If "Where's Potato?" doesn't appeal to you, 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.