AI Chess Duel Reinvents History in Three Kingdoms Heroes

Koei Tecmo unveils a new Three Kingdoms title: Heroes, a chess and shogi-inspired mobile battler. Players command historical figures, utilizing unique abilities and strategic maneuvers. However, the game's standout feature is its challenging GARYU AI.

The Three Kingdoms era, a rich tapestry of heroism and legend, has consistently captivated storytellers and game developers. Koei Tecmo, a renowned developer in this space, expands its mobile offerings with Three Kingdoms Heroes, retaining the series' artistic style and epic narrative. Even newcomers might find this turn-based board game, drawing inspiration from shogi and chess, an engaging entry point. The game features a vast roster of Three Kingdoms personalities, each with diverse skills and tactical options.

Launching January 25th, the game's most compelling aspect isn't its visuals or gameplay, but rather the innovative GARYU AI system. Developed by HEROZ, creators of the champion shogi AI, dlshogi, GARYU promises a lifelike and adaptive opponent.

GARYU: A formidable AI opponent

GARYU, developed by HEROZ (creators of the world-champion shogi AI, dlshogi), immediately caught my attention. While AI boasts are often overblown, dlshogi's track record—consecutive wins at the World Shogi Championships and victories against top grandmasters—is impressive. While the comparison to Deep Blue's chess victories invites scrutiny, the prospect of facing a truly challenging, adaptive AI in a game themed around strategic warfare is undeniably appealing.