Brotato: The indie hit of the roguelike genre hits Steam and Twitch! Get the game now for free from the Epic Game Store.
The rogue-like genre has flourished in recent years, with standout indie titles such as Brotato consistently impressing players.
You can now get Brotato for free from the Epic Game Store until 5 December! It is also currently discounted to $2.99 on Steam.
Epic Games just handed us Brotato for free! Killer spuds with guns, because why not? Next week it's Lego Star Wars. Who needs money with Epic's sugar daddy vibes?
— tacetmort3m (@tacet_mort3m) November 29, 2024
Brotato brings fresh energy to the genre, combining tactical movement with automated attacks as you control a heavily armed potato battling waves of enemies.
Between rounds, players collect resources, buy upgrades, select new weapons, and refine skills to optimize their builds.
True to rogue-like tradition, defeat means restarting from scratch.
Growing popularity on Steam
Alongside titles like Vampire Survivors, Balatro, and The Binding of Isaac, Brotato has made a significant impact.
With an impressive peak of nearly 39,000 concurrent players and an average of over 13,000, it currently ranks 75th on Steam, a notable achievement for a niche game.
Brotato.... what an addictive little game. Love games like this...#Brotato #gameplay #gaming pic.twitter.com/ftlX506plK
— Just Dave (@MrC_Copperpot) March 3, 2024
Only the cult action rogue game The Binding of Isaac surpasses it in the genre comparison with 37th place.
A Twitch classic in the making
The game’s presence on Twitch has also fueled its success.
Popular streamers like ToeMashio, AdmiralBahroo and the german streamer HandofBlood (that's the guy who played Getting Over It in a pot and with a hammer for a controller)have been showcasing their favorite builds, drawing attention from their large audiences.
With quick rounds, high replayability, and a relaxed pace, Brotato is ideal for streamers to entertain their viewers, chat, or simply unwind.
Its ability to pause mid-game also makes it accessible for casual sessions.
Whether for its tactical depth or lighthearted premise, Brotato has become a staple for rogue-like fans.
Have you played it yet? What do you enjoy about rogue-likes? Share your thoughts in the comments!
