Jake Blues
One of the Blues Brothers and the playable character in the game.
How it plays
How does The Blues Brothers play?
The game uses a side-view platforming perspective. The objective is to move through linear stages, collect records and other items, avoid hazards, and reach the end of each level.
Players run, jump, climb, and use objects or thrown items to deal with enemies. Progression comes from completing successive stages; the DOS version does not present a deep character-upgrade system or multiple role-based modes.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play The Blues Brothers?
Watch enemy movement before committing to a jump, especially near narrow platforms and pits.
Explore each section for collectible records, but avoid unnecessary risks when an item is surrounded by enemies or hazards. Keep a safe position before throwing objects and use the level layout to separate threats from the route forward.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Elwood Blues
Jake’s brother and the other central Blues Brothers character.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Learn the timing of moving hazards before attempting long jumps.
- 2
Collectibles are useful targets for exploration, but survival should take priority.
- 3
Use thrown objects from a distance whenever the level provides them.
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