The W.I.T.C.H. team embarks on a rescue mission to free Elyon from her brother Phobos in his castle. The guardians are tasked with retrieving magical stones, but they soon find themselves losing them. To retrieve the stones, the heroes must travel through portals, only for Phobos to claim them for himself.
Players control one of the five guardians as they navigate platforming levels, utilizing unique elemental powers to overcome obstacles and enemies. The ability to switch between guardians mid-battle allows players to utilize different abilities for specific challenges. Some levels feature unique playable characters, while others have objectives and gimmicks that set them apart.