You play as Chuck Norris on a mission to reach a monastery where an important leader is being held captive. The game takes you through several different screens, including a view of the path leading up to the monastery and various fight scenes. Along the way, you'll encounter enemies that require specific moves to defeat, such as kicks, punches, and blocks.
Gameplay involves using the joystick to control your character's movements and actions during fights. The game also features branching paths with only one correct choice, forcing you to backtrack if you make a mistake. As you progress through the game, your character will gain rank, increasing their fighting ability, but ultimately requiring black belt status to defeat the deadly ninjas inside the monastery. Time is limited, and losing fights or straying from the path will cost you precious time.