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"Squoosh" is an intriguing puzzle game developed for the Atari 2600/VCS console, released by Apollo in 1983. Unconventional for its time, "Squoosh" challenges players to navigate through a set of complex puzzles involving critters trapped in a laboratory maze. The objective is to rearrange the blocks within the maze to guide the critters back to their cages. Players use the joystick to move the blocks, creating viable paths, while avoiding various obstacles and hazards that could hinder the critters’ path. The game's difficulty increases as the puzzles become more complex, demanding greater strategic planning and quicker reaction times from players.

The release of "Squoosh" came during a turbulent period in video gaming history, known as the video game crash of 1983. Despite the industry's struggles, "Squoosh" managed to carve out a niche among Atari enthusiasts, appreciated for its brain-teasing gameplay and the strategic depth it offered—a distinctive approach compared to the more action-oriented games common at the time. Although not a commercial blockbuster, its innovative use of puzzle-solving mechanics and its charm in the portrayal of lab critters contribute to its cult status among retro gaming collectors and aficionados today.

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