The Blues Brothers takes you on a musical journey through side-scrolling platform levels, where you must choose a favourite Blues Brother and navigate through treacherous terrain. The player's objective is to collect records and use them as defence by throwing them at enemies. As the player progresses through the game, they can gather power-ups that will help them unlock new levels.
The gameplay in The Blues Brothers focuses on action and adventure elements, requiring the player to think strategically about when to attack and when to defend. With the jukebox serving as a key to unlocking progress, players must carefully manage their records to overcome challenges and reach the next level.