The game uses a side-view perspective. Lee advances through a sequence of scrolling stages, defeats ordinary enemies, negotiates platforms and hazards, and reaches a boss at the end of each area.

Lee attacks with martial-arts strikes and can use weapons found during the journey. Progress depends on learning enemy patterns, managing positioning, and avoiding contact damage; a limited number of lives and continues make repeated attempts important.

Stay near the edge of an enemy's attack range and strike after its movement or attack has committed. Avoid rushing into groups, since contact damage can quickly consume a life.

Treat each stage as a pattern-learning exercise. Preserve lives for boss encounters, use available weapons when they provide a safe advantage, and watch platforms and hazards before jumping.