October 7, 2008

What is Robocode?

Robocode is a name for a fictional computer environment, where programmed bots can compete in the name of their creator on an everlasting way to a victory.

The environment basicaly consists of a 2D arena and the bots themselves - both with defined rules. It also offers an essential API. I should mention, that this API is for Java language.

The main problem in this "game" lies in an artifical intelligence you can build. With your logical and programming skills you can assemble a bot superior to others. Of course, it is always relative and you usually find a bot, which is better than yours.

When you assemble a new bot (or improve your current), you can send him to a real competition organized by authorities. This option offers direct and honest comparision between all bots available.

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