The story follows Dirk the Daring as he attempts to rescue Princess Daphne from the clutches of the evil dragon, Singe. With the help of a magical crystal ball, Dirk must navigate through various obstacles and enemies to reach the princess's tower.
Gameplay involves using the magic lens to view different scenarios and choose the best path forward. The player controls Dirk as he moves left or right across the screen, jumping over obstacles and avoiding danger. As Dirk progresses through the game, the challenges become increasingly difficult, requiring quick thinking and precise timing.