Aladdin for the GameBoy Color is a side-scrolling platformer based on the 1992 animated Disney film. The player controls Aladdin , who must make his way through several levels set in locations from the movie, including Agrabah's streets and rooftops, the Cave of Wonders, and the Sultan's dungeon.
The game features obstacles such as the Sultan's guards and desert animals that try to hinder Aladdin 's progress. He can defend himself with his sword or by throwing apples. Additionally, Aladdin can collect gems that can be traded for lives and continues at a traveling trader's shop.
Collecting Genie or Abu icons enables bonus rounds. The Genie bonus round is a game of luck played for apples, gems, or extra lives, while the Abu bonus round involves controlling the little monkey who must catch bonus items falling from the sky without touching unwanted objects.