The game uses a side-on perspective with movement across horizontal stages and occasional vertical lanes. The objective is to defeat enemy waves, collect useful items, and reach a boss at the end of each stage.

Players move with the joystick, attack with A, and jump with B. Progress depends on managing crowd control, avoiding contact damage, learning boss patterns, and conserving opportunities to use stronger attacks or items. Arcade cabinets may support multiple players, but cabinet configuration can vary.

Stay near the center of the screen so incoming enemies can be seen from both sides. Use short attack strings against ordinary enemies, then reposition before a crowd surrounds you.

Against bosses, prioritize learning the warning animations for charges and projectiles. Save health-restoring or offensive items for difficult encounters rather than spending them immediately on regular enemies.