Based on the 2006 documentary, March of the Penguins follows the rookery of emperor penguins portrayed in the film as they make their journey through 70 miles of arctic wasteland to breed their young. Gamers guide the group through 50 levels and 12 chapters based in realistic settings including ice caverns, and underwater grottos, while avoiding such predators as the leopard seal. Players may revisit old levels by accessing the Expedition Log, and test their penguin powers in three mini-game sequences.