The gameplay is similar to its major computer counterpart, with an emphasis on assembling a well-rounded team of operatives each with unique statistics and abilities. The player can divide the team into up to four independent units, equipping them with various rifles, handguns, armor, and tools. In the planning phase, the commander must set out waypoints and determine the course of action.
The actual missions are played out in 2D, requiring a tactical approach as characters sneak around, blow up doors, rescue hostages, and engage the enemy. The game's story follows the computer version's general plot points and mission objectives.