Coming from the money-making masterminds behind Kim Kardashian: Hollywood, the app where cartoon Kim K. teaches you the tricks of the trade to making the A-list without any actual talent – sadly, there wasn’t a sex tape option for quick fame points – Katy Perry Pop will pop your fame cherry from the comfort of your own dark, barricaded bedroom – no musical skill required.
In the mobile game, fans of mega-pop star Perry can customize their own character with a limited selection of hairstyles and clothing, saving the good shit as unlockables, as you sell your soul and climb the ladder to superstardom. As your mentor and guardian angel, Katy gives you tips on how to be a “big deal” as you perform gigs, make music and star in music videos.
Long gone are the days of Guitar For Dummies, Rock Smith and expensive lessons, because with BFF Katy at your side, who needs talent when you can rock whipped cream cans on your mammary glands?
With addicting gameplay and in-app purchases, Katy Perry Pop’s not just a game: it’s a lifestyle.
This article appears in Year in Review 2015.