The story of Atomic Robo-Kid follows the struggles of its titular character as he battles through 28 levels against a variety of enemies. With his ability to fly and hold at specific levels in space, players must navigate this horizontally scrolling gameplay.
The gameplay of Atomic Robo-Kid involves collecting gems released by defeated enemies, which can be used to unlock power-ups such as more powerful firing abilities or multi-directional shots. This adds a layer of strategy to the game, encouraging players to think carefully about their movements and enemy interactions.