Hudson Hawk is a platform game for the Nintendo Entertainment System where players take on the role of a cat burglar named Hudson Hawk. The objective is to steal three artifacts created by Leonardo da Vinci while navigating various levels. Players must avoid alerting security systems and deal with guards and dogs by using punches or throwable items to neutralize threats.
The player assumes the role of Hudson Hawk, a cat burglar. He is sent on a mission to steal three Da Vinci artifacts. Walking through various levels in this platform game, the player must avoid sounding alarms. In addition, security guards and dogs show up to hamper the mission. Hudson Hawk can pacify the enemies by punching them or throwing a "ball" at them.