The Jetsons: Cogwell's Caper is based on the well-known Jetsons property from Hanna-Barbera. In this spin-off adventure, George Jetson is tasked by his employer to stop the profit-making schemes of the rival Cogswell's company. To do this, George must hop from location to location in his jet and conquer each level using the resources available to him, as well as with the assistance of the other Jetson franchise characters.
Cogswell's Caper is a side-scrolling action game where George Jetson can walk, crouch, and jump. Each level is littered with crates and other items that George can pick up and toss at enemies, while finding useful items underneath them. The game also features copious switches on walls which activate various features of the surroundings.