Each stage is viewed from the side as a scrolling cavern. The objective is to navigate around walls, avoid collisions, defeat threats, and retrieve the stage’s target object before escaping or completing the level.

Movement depends on thrust and directional control, so momentum must be managed in confined spaces. Progression is level-based, with later areas demanding more precise flying and better timing. The DOS version is a single-player arcade experience; no separate multiplayer or campaign mode is documented.

Use short thrust bursts instead of holding the engine continuously. Let the craft settle before attempting narrow turns or landing near obstacles.

Map dangerous passages before committing to them, and prioritize safe movement over aggressive shooting. When enemies are present, create distance first so that combat does not push the craft into terrain.