The basic gameplay is similar to the previous titles, with Fairburne needing to complete objectives in eight extensive levels using melee weapons, pistols, (sub)machine guns, his sniper rifle, booby traps, land mines and explosives. Direct action is possible, but not encouraged to complete levels entirely. The game features a nonlinear approach in an open environment with different options to progress, encouraging exploration to discover secondary objectives.
The multiplayer mode features regular games as deathmatch and team deathmatch, as well as Distant King (free-for-all or in teams), No Cross mode, and cooperative Overwatch and Survival modes. Players can earn medals and ribbons in multiplayer games by working together with their teammates.