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Review of Brotato on Nintendo Switch

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Aug 2023
Cover image of Brotato on Switch
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 03 Aug 2023
Genre: Roguelite, Shoot 'em up
Developer: Thomas Gervraud
Publisher: Blobfish

Introduction

If you've ever wondered what it would be like to control a potato with a penchant for firearms, then welcome to the wonderfully absurd world of 'Brotato'. This whimsical indie title has burst onto the gaming scene, charming players with its rogue-lite mechanics and tactical shooting. As you unleash chaos across the battlefield, anticipate the gripping story arcs of our potato protagonists-who occasionally find themselves in deep (frying) water. Let's peel back the layers and dive into the spud-tacular chaos awaiting you!

Gameplay

Imagine a battlefield littered with brain-hungry monsters, and you, a potato with a mission-but you're not just any potato. You're Brotato, and you come equipped with guns. Lots of guns. Players pick one of the several unlockable characters, each with unique attributes, to fend off increasingly dangerous waves of enemies in a top-down perspective. Your trusty potato will automatically start shooting, although you can step in for manual aiming if you feel particularly daring and want that extra sweet potato sauce of control. After each wave, it's time to play the buffet game: upgrade your potato's weaponry and stats using the goodies dropped by foes. This is your chance to customize your way to victory, leading to vital strategy component that sets Brotato apart from other rogue-likes. Let's face it-surviving an onslaught of enemies as a potato isn't easy, but adding tactical boosts and weapon variety makes the process oh-so-hilarious and fun. Whether you choose to summon more explosives or go for panic-dodging, each round offers a fresh take on the same gooey combat.

Graphics

Visually, Brotato is a pixelated feast for the eyes. The simplistic character designs and color palette evoke that lovely retro vibe, reminiscent of classic arcade games. Each potato features exaggerated expressions that somehow capture a blend of humor and despair, while the enemy designs range from laughably silly to spine-chillingly bizarre. The maps are colorful and punctuated with charming animations that really bring the wacky chaos to life. As our potato hero dives into the zany world, the graphics keep pace, ensuring you're both entertained and occasionally amused at the absurdities surrounding you.

Conclusion

Brotato may seem like another roguelike shooter on the surface, but peel back the skin, and what emerges is a delightfully quirky gaming experience that is hard to resist. With a variety of characters to choose from, engaging gameplay, and that refreshing potato-style humor, it has transcended the vegetable ranks to become a surprisingly deep game wrapped in a golden-brown exterior. While it may not revolutionize the genre, it's certainly worth giving this game a shot (or several). So grab your Switch, fasten your potato belt, and dive into the chaos of Brotato. Trust me, it's far more fun than creating the world's best mashed potatoes. After all, who wouldn't want to take down waves of enemies, one fry at a time?

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