The game Mystical Fighter follows the story of a kabuki warrior who travels through time to the Shogun dynasty to battle against the evil lord Kabuki. The player takes on the role of this warrior, fighting his way through hordes of enemy minions in each stage. Along the way, they can use various special moves such as jump kicks and the ability to lift and throw enemies.
The gameplay is focused on side-scrolling beat-em up action, with the player controlling their kabuki warrior as they progress through levels. The objective is to defeat each section of a level within a certain time limit, before facing off against a boss enemy at the end of the stage. Scrolling and combat are key elements of the gameplay, with an emphasis on fast-paced action.