Battles are presented from a top-down board perspective. The player moves monsters across a grid, attacks enemy units, and works toward the objective shown for each scenario, usually defeating the opposing force or controlling the battle more effectively.

The campaign is divided into story battles and uses a roster of collectible or available monsters. Position, movement range, terrain, and unit matchups matter more than rapid input. Victories allow the player to continue through the scenario sequence and expand the tactical options available in later battles.

Use the board rather than rushing directly toward the nearest enemy. Keep vulnerable monsters behind tougher units, check movement and attack ranges before ending a turn, and avoid separating units so far that they cannot support one another.

Prioritize enemy monsters that can reach your weaker units on the next turn. When a stage has a special objective, pursue that objective instead of treating every battle as a simple elimination match.