The Three Kingdoms period of Chinese history has long captivated audiences with its tales of valor and strategy, inspiring numerous works of interactive media. Koei Tecmo, a veteran in exploring this era through their acclaimed series of strategy games, is set to launch a new mobile title, Three Kingdoms Heroes, that promises to bring even more excitement to fans and newcomers alike.
For enthusiasts of the series, Three Kingdoms Heroes retains the familiar art-style and grandiose storytelling that fans have come to love. However, for those yet to dive into the franchise, this game offers an enticing entry point. Drawing inspiration from chess and shogi, this turn-based board-battler introduces players to a vast array of abilities and stratagems, all wielded by iconic figures from the Three Kingdoms period.
Set to hit mobile storefronts on January 25th next year, the most compelling feature of Three Kingdoms Heroes is undoubtedly the GARYU AI system. Developed by HEROZ, the creators of the shogi-dominating AI dlshogi, GARYU promises an adaptive and challenging in-game opponent. This AI system, which has previously triumphed at the World Shogi Championships for two consecutive years, is poised to offer players a lifelike and formidable adversary.
While the effectiveness of AI in gaming can be met with skepticism, the track record of GARYU's developers lends credibility to their claims. The prospect of engaging in strategic battles against such a sophisticated opponent, especially within the context of a period renowned for its ingenious martial tactics, is undoubtedly a major draw for players. Whether GARYU can live up to the legacy of chess's Deep Blue remains to be seen, but it certainly adds an exciting layer to the Three Kingdoms Heroes experience.
