Gameplay follows the typical pattern of button-mashing games in this genre - pressing power buttons builds up strength/speed, while an additional button sets actions like jumping or throwing angles. Some events introduce alternative control methods, such as Slalom (dodging rowers by pressing specific keys), Diving (following a sequence of clicks), and Skeet (using direction keys for aiming).
Players can engage in arcade and 8-player action, while the Olympic mode allows them to build their athlete from national open trials to the Olympics. By completing training drills in the Cyber Gym, athletes increase their abilities with the motto Citius, Altius, Fortius . Before competition, players must defeat opponents in national, continental, and international matches.