In M&M's Beach Party, the candies that melt not in your hands host a selection of six summer-themed games, including volleyball and kayak races, as well as boardwalk favorites such as Ring Toss and Skee-Ball. Controls make use of the motion sensitive Wii Remote and are designed to mimic on-screen actions for intuitive, easy-to-learn play. Access to games and activities is spread out across a virtual summer island, which players can explore at their own pace. Seashells earned by conquering challenges in the game's single-player mode are used to unlock additional games and island activities. As in earlier M&M's games, playable characters include spokes-candy regulars Red and Yellow along with Green, Orange, and Blue.