Zoids: Battle Legends brings the popular toy franchise and anime series to life as you take on the role of one of 17 soldiers, each with unique abilities. You'll pilot giant robots modeled after animals and dinosaurs, known as Zoids, in a variety of missions.
The game features four main modes: Mission, Zoids Battle, VS, and Zoids Fist. In Mission mode, you choose a side - either the Empire or the Republic - and battle against enemy Zoid robots in different stages, with cutscenes advancing the narrative. As an Empire soldier, you begin as Kouki, a young officer hunting down Republicans. On the Republican side, Shomo searches for the missing Blue Unicorn Team.
Gameplay is varied, with modes similar in most aspects but offering distinct experiences in Zoids Fist, which takes place in confined spaces. You can unlock different characters and robots while playing, as well as customize your Zoid's appearance with armor upgrades, weapons, shields, and color options. The environment is destructible, allowing you to use it to your advantage in creative ways.