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"Sorcerer's Apprentice" is an action video game released by Atari, Inc. for the Atari 2600/VCS console in 1983. The game draws its inspiration from the "Sorcerer's Apprentice" sequence of Disney's animated film "Fantasia," where Mickey Mouse, as the apprentice, attempts to control an ever-growing army of enchanted brooms to prevent a flood. In the game, players control Mickey as he strives to stop the overflowing of the Waterfall of Forgetfulness, caused by mischievous brooms that endlessly carry water into it. Players must catch falling stars in order to prevent the water from reaching the castle at the bottom of the screen, all while avoiding or neutralizing the brooms.

Gameplay involves Mickey casting spells to stop the brooms and collecting stars to earn points. The player moves Mickey across various screens, including the Star Field and the Water Chamber. Each level increases in speed and difficulty, adding a strategic challenge as players need to balance between catching stars and managing the brooms. Notably, "Sorcerer's Apprentice" uses vertical scrolling, a feature not commonly seen in many Atari 2600 games, which adds a dynamic visual element to the game. Despite its ties to Disney, the game remains a lesser-known title within the Atari 2600 library but is celebrated by classic game collectors for its enchanting theme and distinctive gameplay mechanics.

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