The gameplay revolves around moving forward and backward, left and right, using the WASD keys, and controlling camera movement with the mouse. You also control special moves such as sniff, spin attack, double jump, ground stomp, and roll attack. Most of the game involves hunting for acorns and other nuts to restore health or unlock bonuses.
The mini-games in the game include playing as Sid on an ice slide while avoiding obstacles, penguin-bowling, and a monkey-shooting game where you regain a walnut that was stolen from under your nose.