Alfred the chicken must rescue his friends and bird Floella from the evil Meka Chickens. The game takes place across differently-themed levels, where players can either climb to the top or defeat a boss to progress. Bonus games and secret rooms add an extra layer of challenge, sometimes requiring players to solve positional puzzles.
Players control Alfred as he navigates through various environments, using ramps to jump up and attack enemies with his bionic beak. However, this tactic can backfire if Alfred comes into contact with other objects or enemies, leaving him vulnerable to harm. Other hazards include spiked snails, whales armed with guns, and stray bombs.