Arkanoid Returns is the fourth game in the Arkanoid series. It is largely similar to its predecessor Aranoid: Doh It Again as it has the same power-ups (plus the Giga-Ball) and board size. Some of the level designs have even been reused. The game has 50 levels, and the theme changes every 9 levels. Unlike past games, it doesn't have any boss battles.
The gameplay of Arkanoid Returns is similar to its predecessors, with the player controlling a paddle at the bottom of the screen to deflect balls bouncing down from above. The twist in this game is that there are new power-ups and Giga-Ball that the player can use to destroy bricks and break through walls.