Select a freak, move around the arena, attack with normal and special moves, and exploit the character's unusual body abilities to defeat an opponent. Matches emphasise positioning, ranged attacks, and the timing of powerful moves rather than a simple two-dimensional exchange.

Keep track of the opponent's ranged option before closing in, use the arena space to avoid predictable projectiles, and punish recovery after a large special move. Learn when a limb or weapon attack leaves the character exposed before using it repeatedly.