Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom was an interactive game found in the Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The premise of the game was that Hades, the Greek god of the Underworld, was trying to take over the Magic Kingdom, and Merlin was recruiting park guests as new apprentice sorcerers to help thwart Hades’ plan by attacking notorious Disney villains found throughout the park’s themed lands (except Tomorrowland) using special spell cards.
“Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom” was an interactive game at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World Resort, Florida. The game, which ran from 2012 to 2021, involved guests using special spell cards to help Merlin thwart Hades’ plan to take over the Magic Kingdom by defeating various Disney villains. The game was played by activating hidden game portals throughout the park using a Sorcerer Key card. Despite its closure, it remains a memorable part of Disney’s history.
Origin and Evolution
The game originated as an interactive game attraction at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. It debuted on February 22, 2012. The game’s popularity waned over the years, and the starting location behind the Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe eventually closed, leaving only the Main Street U.S.A. location at the Firehouse in Town Square. Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom closed on January 24, 2021, due to changes in technology and decreased demand.
Gameplay
To participate, guests would visit the Main Street Firehouse, where they would receive a map indicating the locations of various Magic Portals, a small deck of cards containing spell cards, and a Sorcerer Key card that activates the hidden game portals throughout the park. The game features more than 95 minutes of original animation, and the spell cards are divided into nine different spell classes, such as Princess cards, Hero cards, or Warrior cards.
Characters and Storylines
The main characters involved in the game include Merlin, Hades, Pain, Panic, and various Disney villains such as Maleficent, Cruella De Vil, Dr. Facilier, Yzma, Ursula, Governor Ratcliffe, Scar, and Jafar. Each themed region of the park has its own storyline and villains to defeat, with the story being inspired by the location. The player’s guidance comes from a foe of each villain, including Sebastian, Merryweather, Rafiki, Mama Odie, Pongo, Pocahontas, Kuzco, and Genie.
Reception
“Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom” has received mixed reviews from visitors and critics. Some visitors have enjoyed the interactive game, describing it as fun and exciting, and appreciating the added dimension and storyline it brings to the park. However, some visitors have found the game to be time-consuming, with long lines at the Sorcerer’s Training locations and Mystic Portals.
The Future
Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom, an interactive card game at Walt Disney World, was retired in January 2021 due to changes in technology and decreased demand. Although the game has officially ended, Disney has partnered with Ravensburger to create a new family-friendly collectible trading card game called Disney Lorcana. This new game aims to compete with popular trading card games like Magic: The Gathering and the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Disney Lorcana’s gameplay revolves around a place called The Great Illuminary, where all Disney songs and stories are recorded, and players take on the role of an Illumineer, a powerful sorcerer who can bring characters to life off the page.
In conclusion, Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom was a unique interactive game that added a different dimension to the park’s experience. Although it has now been retired, it remains a memorable part of Disney’s history.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many spell cards were there in Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom?
There were 70 different spell cards in the Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom game. Each card represented a different Disney character and had a unique spell.
Could the game be played throughout the entire park?
No, the game was limited to certain areas of the Magic Kingdom. The game was not available in Tomorrowland.
Was there any charge to play Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom?
No, the game was included with park admission. However, additional packs of spell cards could be purchased.
How long did a typical game of Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom last?
The length of the game depended on the player’s pace and how busy the park was, but on average, a game could last anywhere from 20 minutes to several hours.
Is Disney Lorcana a direct sequel to Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom?
No, Disney Lorcana is not a direct sequel to Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom. It is a separate game that takes inspiration from Disney’s vast library of characters and stories.
