Each stage is viewed from a fixed, top-down perspective. Bugs must collect all carrots on the screen before the exit becomes usable, while enemies patrol corridors and pursue him when paths allow.

The player walks through maze-like rooms, uses ladders and objects to shape routes, and avoids contact with enemies. Stages become harder through tighter layouts, more hazards, and greater demands on timing. The game is organized as a long sequence of individual puzzles rather than a conventional scrolling adventure.

Study the entire screen before moving. Identify enemy patrol patterns, dead ends, ladders, and the safest order for collecting carrots.

Keep escape routes open whenever possible. Do not enter a narrow corridor unless you know where the pursuing enemy can turn, and use changes in elevation or maze objects to create distance.

If an enemy is close, prioritize survival over the nearest carrot. Repeating a stage to learn movement patterns is often more effective than rushing.