The game uses a side-scrolling perspective across self-contained stages. The objective is to guide the available characters through traps, enemies, switches, and environmental obstacles, then reach the exit with the required survivors.

Players switch between the five heroes and use their different skills: movement and weapons, defensive protection, flight, climbing, or fire-based attacks. Stages are built around combining these abilities, collecting useful objects, and positioning characters safely before triggering hazards. Later areas introduce more complex layouts and tougher timing challenges.

Study the entire screen before moving a character into danger. Switching heroes is central to the puzzle design, and an action taken by one character can create a safe route for another.

• Keep the group together when possible, but place characters in secure positions before activating switches.
• Use Olaf’s shield to block hazards or create safe footing, and reserve Scorch’s fire for enemies or obstacles that require it.
• Check side paths for objects and exits before committing to a one-way route.