The gameplay revolves around matching identical tiles to clear levels. Players can move the cursor around the grid to select tiles and press a button to confirm or remove their selection. The game features two main modes: Arcade Mode and Time Challenge. In both modes, the goal is to complete levels as efficiently as possible, but with a twist in each mode - in Arcade, it's about completing levels first, while in Time Challenge, a timer counts down.
Animal Snap also features a unique twist: the tiles contain objects, animals and letters that spell out the word BONUS. While this adds an extra layer of challenge to the game, it also makes for some fun surprises along the way.