[2][3][4][5][6][7] The first title to be created by The Vision Factory for the CD-i platform, the game is set on a fantasy setting inside the castle of wizard Gandorf S. Wandburner III, as players assume the role of young apprentice magician Marvin in order to complete a series of tasks given by his master while facing multiple mischiefs and creatures along the way.

[12] The title was released in North American and European markets in 1994, featuring artwork by Dennis Zopfi on the cover arts of each region.

[2][11] A certain series of hidden Easter eggs can be triggered ingame by pressing the controls in a certain pattern with one killing a Monkey and the rest being mostly depiction of nude sprites of women.

[16][17] The Apprentice was met with positive reception from critics since its release and has been regarded in recent years to be a standout title for the CD-i.

[4][13] Betty Hallock of VideoGames: The Ultimate Gaming Magazine gave positive remarks in regards to the graphics, sound and gameplay.