Skate or Die: Bad 'N Rad is a platformer that consists of 7 levels, three of which are viewed from a top-down perspective. The story follows the player's character as they navigate through various terrain, avoiding obstacles and enemies while trying to reach the end of each level.
The gameplay involves controlling a skateboarder who must jump, avoid obstacles, and kill enemies by landing on them. Speed plays a crucial role in this game, as the player cannot immediately stop and often needs to maintain high speeds to manage wider jumps. The top-down levels require the player to adjust their driving based on the gradient of the terrain, all while avoiding deadly spikes and other hazards.