Players control RJ the raccoon and Verne the turtle in Over the Hedge , a platformer based on the Dreamworks movie of the same name. The levels are filled with puzzles both inside the house and outside in the yard, where characters such as Stella the skunk, Hammy the squirrel, and Ozzie the possum make appearances.
The main objective of most levels is to collect candy, which can be used to upgrade abilities or buy items to decorate the forest. However, collecting candy also helps RJ and Verne progress through the game. Outside, the player must avoid obstacles such as pets, humans, and cars in order to make it back to the hedge.