What will I learn?
In this artificial intelligence puzzle, you need to manage a large number of units (multi-agent). Each unit needs to be moved individually, an optimized resource management and scheduling work is needed to maintain a certain amount of group cohesion. Your algorithm should also adapt its strategy to survive against 1, 2 or 3 players.
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This puzzle can be solved using the following concepts. Practice using these concepts and improve your skills.
Statement
The goal of the puzzle is to control a maximum amount of territories in order to gather resources and win the game. From the construction to the movements of your units, your program will have to control several hundred units quickly and survive the relentless fights with your enemies.
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Story
Biological life forms have long ceased to exist on Earth. They were wiped clean more than 200,000 years ago by sentient synthetic beings: the Platicons.
As the glacial period is now getting to an end, it is time for Platicons to return to Earth, to mine and extract Platinum and produce more members of their faction.
You are at the head of a faction and your objective is to conquer back planet Earth.
This multiplayer programming game is a replica of the « Platinum Rift - Episode 1 » contest. Improve your program and if you like this universe, try out « Platinum Rift - Episode 2 ».