The game uses a side-scrolling perspective. Harry advances through linear stages, fights street criminals, avoids hazards, and reaches the end of each area while managing his health and available weapons. Combat mixes physical attacks with firearms and other equipment.

Progression is stage-based rather than open-ended. Players learn enemy patterns, move between sections of each level, and conserve useful ammunition for tougher encounters. The main experience is a single-player action campaign with no known alternate multiplayer mode.

Move cautiously instead of rushing into groups of enemies. Use the environment and enemy spacing to avoid taking repeated contact damage, and attack opponents before they surround Harry.

Conserve limited ammunition and other equipment for dangerous enemies or crowded sections. Learn the timing of recurring enemy attacks, check the edges of the screen for threats, and prioritize survival over quickly collecting every item.