The game uses an overhead perspective. The player travels through a fictionalized London district on foot or in stolen vehicles, accepting assignments from criminal contacts and completing objectives such as deliveries, escapes, assassinations, and vehicle thefts.

Missions are organized across several areas and become available as the player earns money and advances through the criminal hierarchy. Police attention increases when crimes are witnessed, so route planning, vehicle changes, and avoiding unnecessary collisions are important. The PlayStation release is a single-player campaign with no documented multiplayer mode.

Learn the road layout before attempting difficult jobs, and avoid attracting police attention before a mission begins. A fast escape vehicle is often more useful than the nearest car.

Use alleys, side streets, and changes of vehicle to break pursuit. Save money when possible, because failed missions can cost valuable progress and repeated attempts may require rebuilding resources.