Project Powder is a snowboard racing game. Game modes include: standard race without powerups, battle race with power ups and weapons, and a collection race where you win by collecting the most stars. You can perform tricks that increase your burst meter which you can use for an extra boost of speed. More complicated tricks are unlocked through a trick-tree which has you completing challenges. As you race, you level up and earn in game money used to buy clothes and items for your character. Maps are simple and vary from snow to sand.