Sometimes, a game's title tells you everything you need to know. Take Vampire Survivors, for instance, where you're fighting to survive against, well, vampires—or their minions, at least. But then there are titles like PBJ - The Musical, which leave you scratching your head and wanting more details.
Now available on iOS, PBJ - The Musical, developed by Philipp Stollenmayer, is exactly what it sounds like—a musically-themed game. But it's more than that; it's a hand-animated adventure that reimagines Romeo & Juliet with a strawberry and peanut butter taking center stage. Intriguing, right?
While the concept might still seem a bit bewildering, PBJ - The Musical offers more than just a quirky premise. It's packed with puzzle-filled obstacle courses and comes with a fully orchestrated soundtrack. You can even discover new remixes of the game's extensive soundtrack, all set against beautifully hand-animated paper craft-style graphics.
Ham on rye PBJ - The Musical seems to be leveraging its unique concept to capture attention, and it's easy to see why. The game's visuals and premise are undeniably eye-catching. However, after watching some gameplay footage, it appears that this might be a Marmite release—people will either love it or hate it.
I believe PBJ - The Musical is best suited for a younger audience. Beyond its musical elements and the outlandish storyline, it seems to be an on-rails puzzle game where the focus is more on enjoying the journey and the music rather than engaging in deep problem-solving.
Despite this, PBJ - The Musical is a fun and fresh addition to mobile gaming. If you're keen to stay Ahead of the Game and keep up with the latest releases on iOS and Android, you're in the right spot. Be sure to check out our regular feature of the same name to discover what's coming soon to mobile storefronts.