"The Apprentice" is a platform video game, developed for the Philips CD-i. Players assume the role of Marvin, an apprentice to the sorcerer, Mr. Wandburner. Gameplay spans across six levels, each consisting of three stages set in varied environments such as land, water, and air. Challenges include metamorphosis into a frog for underwater stages and using a flying helmet for aerial navigation. Distinct weapons are introduced for each level to defeat end-level bosses. Bonus rounds are offered between levels.
The Apprentice is a plain old platform game. As Marvin, a wizard's apprentice, your master Mr. Wandburner gives you a series of tasks to complete, spread out on six levels with three stages each, taking place on land, in the sea and in the air. In order to make your life in the aquatic levels easier, the wizard will turn you into a frog. In order to fly, you're equipped with a special flying helmet. Each level has a new weapon for you to use, ranging from the traditional magic wand to a rubber ball, a water pistol or even a laser gun. As in any normal platform game, each level has an end-boss, and between levels are bonus rounds.