In a basic Pong game, two players control paddles on opposite sides of the screen, using keys (like W/S or Up/Down) to move them vertically. A ball bounces between the paddles and walls, and players must prevent it from passing their side. If a player misses the ball, their opponent scores a point. The game continues until a set score is reached. The key to winning is timing, positioning, and predicting the ball’s movement.