Each stage is viewed from a single-screen side perspective. The objective is to collect all treasure, then reach the exit that appears after the final piece is taken.

The runner can move across platforms, climb ladders, use hand-over-hand bars, and dig holes in adjacent floor tiles. Guards pursue the player and can be delayed by falling into holes, but holes refill after a short time. Later stages require route planning, baiting enemies, and careful timing rather than simple speed.

Study the entire stage before moving, especially the locations of ladders, bars, and isolated treasure.

• Dig only when the hole will provide a safe escape or a useful delay.
• Use guards to collect difficult treasure when their movement opens a route.
• Keep an exit route available; a successful trap can still leave the player stranded.
• Learn the timing of refilling holes before attempting narrow escapes.