You play as a leader of lemmings in Lemmings 3D , responsible for guiding them through treacherous terrain to safety. The game takes place on 80 all-new 3D levels, where you must use your wits to overcome obstacles and keep your lemming followers safe.
The gameplay is centered around guiding the lemmings towards a goal, such as a river or a final destination, while avoiding hazards like spikes, pitfalls, and enemies. You can give orders to your lemmings to jump, climb, or perform other actions to help them navigate through the levels.