Holy Potatoes! A Spy Story?!
- November 7, 2018
- Daylight Studios
Get on SteamIn "Holy Potatoes! A Spy Story?!", manage a spy agency of potato agents, completing top-secret missions and recruiting legendary spies. Navigate pop-culture references, upgrade your headquarters, and utilize gadgets and vehicles to infiltrate enemy bases and thwart evil plans. Play as twins Ren and Rexa, seeking the truth behind their parents' disappearance using stealth, charm, and intelligence.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique and humorous storyline with plenty of puns and pop culture references, making it enjoyable for fans of lighthearted games.
- The gameplay mechanics are engaging, allowing players to manage a spy agency, train spies, and send them on missions, which can be both fun and challenging.
- The art style is colorful and appealing, contributing to a charming atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- The game suffers from a steep difficulty curve and can become frustratingly grindy, especially as players progress and face increasingly challenging missions.
- Many players have reported issues with bugs, particularly related to achievements and mission requirements, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive over time, with some players finding it lacks depth and strategy, leading to boredom after a few hours.
- story100 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 85 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of "A Spy Story" is characterized by its quirky humor and engaging narrative, revolving around managing a team of spies on various missions filled with obstacles and challenges. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone and puns, although some find the progression slow and certain missions frustratingly difficult. Overall, the game combines a charming storyline with a simplistic management gameplay loop, making it a fun yet sometimes grindy experience.
“The story was goofy, but engaging.”
“I always loved these series for their ability to keep a great balance between telling an interesting story and keeping the audience in good spirits by joking all the time and throwing us some funny references.”
“Highly recommended as a fun and relaxing game with a quirky story.”
“The progression is too slow, and the story and characters are boring.”
“I won’t lie here - this kind of missions really disappointed me with their unfair difficulty and they can be the reason for many players to easily give up on this game.”
“Not completing a main mission by the deadline causes an automatic game over; unfortunately, I was not told this until the deadline was almost at hand and encountered a situation where none of my team members were strong enough to complete the mission.”
- gameplay22 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mix of tycoon-style management and simplistic mechanics, appealing to those who enjoy casual, relaxing experiences, though it can feel repetitive and may frustrate players with its random elements and challenging mechanics. While some players appreciate the humor and charming art style, others criticize the mobile app interface and the lack of depth compared to similar free games. Overall, the game offers a light-hearted experience but may not satisfy those seeking more complex gameplay.
“I was satisfied with the gameplay.”
“I love the design, I love the gameplay, and I love the writing.”
“After so many games that are so focused on realism and stunning graphics, it's really nice to go back to the cartoony art style and gameplay that just wants to be fun.”
“You curate your spies, train them, etc., with tycoon-like gameplay and a dumbed-down mobile app interface, because this is a mobile app.”
“Absolutely terrible gimmick (gameplay 'mechanic') springs in halfway through the game and ruins any potential it had.”
“The gameplay is boring and repetitive, and it's far too easy to screw the game up so badly that you can't complete it and have to start again.”
- graphics17 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by simplistic, low-quality 2D vector art that lacks substantial visual enhancements, resulting in a mediocre appearance, especially for a PC game. While some players appreciate the colorful and cartoony art style, which appeals to younger audiences and offers a fun atmosphere, others criticize the lack of depth and detail, particularly in comparison to modern gaming standards. Overall, the visuals are seen as charming by some but ultimately underwhelming for those expecting higher quality graphics.
“Best game I've played in a long time! I loved the graphics and the storyline!”
“The whole atmosphere with its character design, visual graphics, funny cutscenes, and witty dialogue lines is completely engaging.”
“After so many games that are so focused on realism and stunning graphics, it's really nice to go back to the cartoony art style and gameplay that just wants to be fun.”
“While there are options to change the resolution for the mobile app, all this does is scale up the simplistic low-quality vector art assets used to make the mobile app, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
“The mobile app features simple, cartoony 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low-effort mobile apps.”
“Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high-quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
- humor11 mentions
- 91 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised for its charm, clever puns, and mass culture references, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the balance between engaging storytelling and comedic elements, with many noting the delightful character designs and witty dialogue. While some found the humor to be hit-or-miss, the general consensus is that it adds significant enjoyment to the gameplay.
“I always loved these series for their ability to keep a great balance between telling an interesting story and keeping the audience in good spirits by joking all the time and throwing us some funny references.”
“Plus the parody characters are hilarious, as always.”
“Its mild humor alongside adorable characters and various mass culture references makes this game a great choice for every spy theme lover.”
“It was just dull and unfunny.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive and repetitive, often leading to frustration. However, many feel that the engaging puns, creative upgrades, and visible progression of characters and items make the grind worthwhile, keeping them invested in the gameplay. Overall, while the grind can be a drawback, it is balanced by rewarding elements that enhance the experience.
“It's a shame because the game was somewhat enjoyable before this occurred (if a little grindy).”
“It is supposedly very grindy, but what keeps me hooked is the fact that I can see the progression of my spies improving and the new gadgets/vehicles/spies that I can unlock as I progress further into the game.”
“It is one of those games that are very grindy and repetitive, frequently found on the mobile store, but if it hooks you in, you can be spending a lot of time on it.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's music is described as relaxing and enjoyable, with funny background tunes that enhance the overall experience while exploring the map. Players appreciate the calming effect of the soundtrack, contributing positively to their gameplay.
“Speaking of music, this game has funny tunes in the background while players hang out on the map.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization of this game is criticized as a cash grab, with users noting it feels like a mobile app poorly ported to Steam rather than a genuine PC game. It employs typical "manager" game mechanics, focusing on business and spy management, but is perceived as prioritizing profit over quality.
“It's a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game. It's not; it's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. This mobile app is one of those 'manager' games where you manage a business and a roster of spies.”
“The monetization is so aggressive that it feels like the game is designed solely to extract money from players rather than provide a fun experience.”
“I can't believe how many paywalls there are. It ruins the gameplay and makes it impossible to enjoy without spending a fortune.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by consistent character design, visual graphics, humorous cutscenes, and clever dialogue, with variations primarily in thematic elements.
“The entire atmosphere, with its character design, visual graphics, humorous cutscenes, and witty dialogue, creates a cohesive experience that feels unique despite the recurring themes.”
“The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
“The combination of stunning visuals and a captivating soundtrack creates an atmosphere that is both enchanting and memorable.”
“The whole atmosphere, with its character design, visual graphics, funny cutscenes, and witty dialogue, feels completely the same; the only thing that differs is the theme.”
“The game lacks a unique atmosphere, making it feel repetitive and uninspired.”
“Despite the potential for an engaging setting, the atmosphere falls flat and fails to immerse the player.”
