AI Innovations: Ancient Strategy Gets High-Tech Upgrade in Three Kingdom Heroes

Koei Tecmo unveils a new addition to their acclaimed Three Kingdoms franchise: Three Kingdoms Heroes. This chess and shogi-inspired mobile game features strategic battles using unique character abilities. However, the real standout is the challenging GARYU AI system.

The Three Kingdoms era of Chinese history, a rich tapestry of heroic tales and historical intrigue, has frequently served as inspiration for interactive entertainment. Koei Tecmo, a veteran in this domain, continues its exploration with Three Kingdoms Heroes, offering a fresh perspective even for seasoned fans. The game retains the series' distinctive art style and epic narrative, but its turn-based, board-game combat system, drawing inspiration from shogi and chess, makes it remarkably accessible. Players command famous figures from the Three Kingdoms period, deploying a wide array of skills and strategies.

Launching January 25th, the game's most compelling aspect isn't its visuals or gameplay, but rather the innovative GARYU AI. Developed by HEROZ, creators of the shogi-champion AI, dlshogi, GARYU promises a uniquely challenging and adaptive opponent. dlshogi's dominance in the World Shogi Championships, outsmarting top grandmasters for two consecutive years, speaks volumes about the potential of this AI.

While AI boasts often fall short, GARYU's pedigree is undeniably impressive. The prospect of facing such a sophisticated opponent, especially in a setting so steeped in strategic maneuvering, is a compelling draw. The game's focus on ingenious tactical battles is perfectly complemented by this advanced AI.