Bomb Rush Cyberfunk is a third-person action game set in the distant future, in a city called New Amsterdam. The story follows Red, who joins the Bomb Rush Crew after being saved by Tryce, to conquer the city and retrieve his head and memories from DJ Cyber. As he fights alongside other writers, more are recruited into the BRC.
The player must navigate through New Amsterdam, completing graffiti in five districts to earn reputation and take control of rival gangs. The player can use a skateboard, BMX bike, rollerskates, or jet pack to traverse the city. However, drawing too much graffiti will attract police attention, with increasing levels of force until helicopter gunships are deployed.
The game features a similar setting and cel-shaded art style to Jet Set Radio, with upbeat electro and hip-hop music, including tracks from Hideki Naganuma.