Woody Woodpecker: Escape from Buzz Buzzard Park is an action platformer that follows the story of Woody Woodpecker and his niece Splinter as they attempt to escape from the villainous Buzz Buzzard's amusement park. The game begins with Woody, who must rescue Splinter and Knothead, who are being held captive by Buzz Buzzard. Once Woody has freed the kids, he can unlock them as playable characters, allowing for continued gameplay. The gameplay involves navigating cartoon-like 3D levels filled with passages, platforms, bridges, and hazards. Players can collect extra lives by finding them throughout the stages or by playing slot machines. The game requires puzzle-solving skills to overcome obstacles and defeat enemies using Woody's beak, which can be used to climb wooden boxes, open doors, and trigger switches.