When you think about challenging games on your PC, titles like Elden Ring or a tense round of Counter-Strike 2 might top the list. However, if you’re seeking an adrenaline-pumping experience, roguelikes are where it’s at. The genre has really taken off with hits like Dead Cells, Cult of the Lamb, and Hades making waves. But there’s a fresh contender on the block that you can snag for free: Brotato. This quirky game, despite its goofy concept and playful design, is one of the most intense roguelike shooters out there, boasting a whopping 96% approval rating on Steam.
Brotato takes you to the chaotic Potato World, where things have seriously gone haywire. An exploration spaceship crash lands on a strange planet, leaving behind a single, bandana-clad survivor—Brotato. Armed to the teeth, this determined potato wields not one, but six guns simultaneously. Here begins a fast-paced, action-packed roguelike shooter experience. Each run lasts around half an hour, and prepare yourself for non-stop action with bullets flying everywhere.
The game arms you with an arsenal of hundreds of weapons, with the goal to outlast waves of swiftly approaching foes. The auto-fire feature lets your guns do their thing, while your task is to skillfully dodge attacks by moving your many arms around. Between those intense waves, you can hit the shop to buy upgrades and choose new powers. Plus, Brotato lets you team up with three other potato pals for some co-op fun, with the ability to adjust the game’s difficulty with precision, tweaking everything from enemy health to speed and damage.
With around 81,000 reviews on Steam, Brotato holds an impressive ‘overwhelmingly positive’ rating. If you haven’t given it a spin, now’s a great time—it’s temporarily available as a free download for PC.
Claiming your copy is simple. Head over to the Epic Games Store, and if you’re already a member, just grab Brotato. If not, creating an account is easy, and then it’s yours to enjoy. But hurry—this offer is only valid from Thursday, November 28, until Thursday, December 5. You can get your hands on it right here.
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