Potato Thriller

About

"Potato Thriller" is a quirky action-adventure game where you play as a sentient potato seeking revenge on a mad scientist. Explore a diverse world filled with humorous characters and challenging puzzles while uncovering the truth behind your creation. Use your potato abilities, like growing vines and sprouting eyes, to defeat enemies and save the world from total destruction.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 483 reviews

humor55 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game is a unique blend of humor and horror, providing an entertaining experience that keeps players engaged.
The graphics and character design are charming, creating a visually appealing and nostalgic atmosphere.
The storyline is surprisingly deep and engaging, with unexpected twists that enhance the overall experience.

The gameplay can be repetitive and slow-paced, leading to moments of boredom during play.
Many players found the humor to be hit or miss, with some jokes falling flat and not resonating well.
The game suffers from technical issues, including long loading times and unskippable cutscenes that disrupt the flow of gameplay.

humor
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
95%
5%
The humor in the game is highly polarizing, with some players finding it charming and funny, particularly in moments like the elevator scenes, while others criticize it as repetitive, flat, or reliant on lowbrow jokes such as fart humor. Many reviews highlight that while there are occasional humorous elements, the overall execution often falls short, leading to a mix of frustration and amusement. Ultimately, the game's comedic value seems to depend heavily on individual taste, with some enjoying its quirky, absurd style and others feeling it lacks depth and consistency.
- “The narrative unfolds with a perfect blend of humor and suspense, keeping players engaged and hungry for more.”
- “While this is an incredibly scary game, there are moments of extreme humor especially when it comes to the hilarious elevator scenes which rival the writing of a great show like Rick and Morty.”
- “I recommend this game for players who want to experience something new, weird but yet hilarious.”
- “Unfortunately for him, his game fails on every front by being unfunny, boring, and downright unbearable sometimes.”
- “It's not funny, except maybe if you're high (I wouldn't bet on that, though).”
- “It's obviously supposed to be funny, and it kinda is.”
story
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
50%
5%
The story of "Potato Man" is a standout feature, praised for its unique and engaging narrative that combines humor, emotional depth, and complex character development. Players appreciate the variety of settings and the bittersweet conclusion, which leaves a lasting impact. However, some critiques highlight issues with gameplay mechanics and pacing that detract from the overall experience.
- “The story is so incredibly well crafted and even has points of deep melancholy and wonderful joy like no other.”
- “This story is about the downfall of Potato Man, the Icarus who flew too close to the rosy-fingered horizon of love only to have his winged heart scorched asunder.”
- “The depth of story, character diversity, and development is truly a remarkable achievement, with graphics that shatter all expectations and wholly flushed out and ever-changing gameplay mechanics that will leave you wanting more from start to finish.”
- “The graphics are terrible, the story is nonsensical, and the gameplay is frustrating.”
- “I completed the story mode & played a few of the 'extras' section levels... it was not fun.”
- “Its glitchy, the text is straight from a macbook, and the story is god awful.”
gameplay
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
56%
16%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its innovative mechanics and engaging elements, while others criticize it for being slow-paced, repetitive, and frustrating. Many players noted issues with inconsistent camera perspectives, tedious cutscenes, and poor controls, leading to a lack of enjoyment. Overall, while there are moments of brilliance, the gameplay often feels disjointed and lacking in depth, leaving players divided on its quality.
- “One cannot talk about Potato Man without mentioning the innovative deep-frying mechanic.”
- “The way the developers have seamlessly integrated this element into the gameplay is nothing short of genius.”
- “The depth of story, character diversity and development is truly a remarkable achievement, with graphics that shatter all expectations and wholly flushed out and ever changing gameplay mechanics that will leave you wanting more from start to finish.”
- “It's so odd and 'out there' that parts of it made me smirk, including a later area where you're instructed to buy a hot dog from 'hot dog man', but the game's mechanics and lack of explanation of what you're meant to do was far too obscure or strange for me to get very into it, even as a joke.”
- “The extremely long cutscenes and the 'gameplay' really make it hard to press on with this game.”
- “On top of that, from a sheer gameplay perspective, there's very little here that I found interesting, or even redeemable.”
graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
31%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the stunning visuals and charming 2D aesthetic that enhance the storytelling and character development, while others criticize the quality as poor or inconsistent. Many players highlight the beautiful and detailed graphics as a standout feature, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience, though a few note that the visuals can sometimes feel disjointed or overly simplistic. Overall, the graphics are a significant aspect of the game, with opinions varying widely from exceptional to lacking.
- “The game's graphics are as golden and crispy as a perfectly fried potato, with a charming 2D aesthetic that immediately captures your attention.”
- “From its stunning visuals to the gripping narrative, you won't want to put this one down.”
- “The graphics are beautifully crafted in state-of-the-art software such as GIMP, Unity, and Blender.”
- “The graphics are terrible, the story is nonsensical, and the gameplay is frustrating.”
- “I'm not sure if there's a disconnect between the irony of the game's visual aspect--every piece of rendered material either seems to be bought or repurposed from a graphic pack, or has such a loosely mapped texture it's like my computer is rendering a painted tube sock full of ball bearings--or it's something else that's the problem.”
- “As for visuals, ehhhhh.”
emotional
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly praised, with many players reporting intense feelings of sadness and attachment to the characters and story. Reviewers frequently mention crying during gameplay, highlighting the game's ability to evoke deep emotional responses through its heartfelt narrative and complex characters. Overall, it is described as a profoundly moving experience that lingers long after completion.
- “It is so emotional and truly draws the player in, and pulls at their heartstrings several times.”
- “The story it tells is heartbreaking and really makes you think about what is truly bad and good and what deems an action as bad or good.”
- “The twist in this game is jaw-dropping and the ending made me cry so hard that I had to go for a nice long walk.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
9%
27%
The game's music has received widespread acclaim for its catchy and iconic soundtrack, which enhances the quirky atmosphere and immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the upbeat and memorable compositions, describing them as some of the best in gaming, with a unique charm that leaves a lasting impression. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's appeal, making it a standout feature.
- “The soundtrack deserves a special mention, perfectly complementing the game's quirky atmosphere.”
- “From the upbeat frying pan percussion to the melodic hum of the potato-themed background music, the audio enhances the overall immersive experience.”
- “The game has some of the best music I've ever heard in a game; its soundtrack is very iconic and instantly recognizable and will continue to be so for years to come.”
- “I) no real game-over screen - you just get stuck with one 'scene' and playing music.”
- “I haven't even mentioned the soundtrack yet.”
- “The game's music and overall atmosphere is enough to make every woman in a 5-mile radius uncomfortable.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its unique blend of quirky and intense elements, enhanced by a captivating soundtrack that complements the overall experience. Reviewers note that it effectively immerses players in a narrative-driven environment, creating a lasting impact that keeps them engaged and on edge.
- “The game's intense and terrifying atmosphere keeps you on the edge of your seat for days on end.”
- “The game immediately strikes you with an intriguing atmosphere, and doubles down on its unique feeling with the style of horror they chose to utilize.”
- “The soundtrack deserves a special mention, perfectly complementing the game's quirky atmosphere.”
- “The game's intense and terrifying atmosphere keeps you on the edge of your seat for days and days on end.”
- “The goal of this game is to provide an experience driven by the narrative and atmosphere; I totally get that and in most situations, adore that.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Reviews highlight the game's exceptional character development, noting it as one of the best in modern gaming. Players appreciate the depth and complexity of the characters, which are complemented by a compelling story and impressive graphics, creating an engaging overall experience.
- “But somehow it has more plot and character development than any modern game.”
- “Amazing gameplay, outstanding 4K graphics, captivating character development, and a nightmare-inducing antagonist.”
- “Absolutely everything from its squeaky clean graphics to its extremely deep character development and a compelling story that grabs your attention and keeps you hooked the entire time.”
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving me disconnected from the story.”
- “I expected more depth in the characters, but they all seem one-dimensional and predictable.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices in character development makes the experience feel linear and unengaging.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its high replayability, with users highlighting it as a hidden gem on Steam and the best horror game available. Many feel that its replay value is so significant that it could satisfy players' gaming needs without the need for additional purchases.
- “This game has great replay value and is an absolute hidden gem on Steam.”
- “Best horror game ever, hands down! The replayability is so great that you'll never need to buy any other games ever.”
- “But it does have a lot of replayability, I gotta say.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding in the game to be excessive, with a 20-minute experience unnecessarily extended to 2 hours due to tedious gameplay and relentless cutscenes, making the early parts particularly confusing and frustrating.
- “At first, I didn't really get the game at all. I played it with my cousin, who helped me get through the more confusing and tedious early parts.”
- “It's a 20-minute game stretched out to 2 hours by tedious gameplay and constant cutscenes that do not end.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization has been criticized, with users noting that it is poorly planned and constructed, detracting from the overall enjoyment and value for its price.
- “I wanted to enjoy it, but the game really is just not optimized and not well enough planned or constructed to be fun enough to justify the game's price tag.”
- “The performance issues are so severe that it feels like the game was rushed out without proper optimization.”
- “It's frustrating to see such potential wasted due to poor optimization; the game frequently lags and crashes.”