Three Kingdom Heroes brings top-level AI challenges to chess-like duels, coming soon

Koei Tecmo's latest Three Kingdoms title, Three Kingdoms Heroes, offers a fresh take on the classic franchise. This chess and shogi-inspired mobile battler lets players command historical figures with unique abilities, engaging in strategic turn-based combat.

The game's captivating art style and epic storytelling will resonate with series veterans. However, its innovative gameplay mechanics make it an enticing entry point for newcomers. Players will utilize a wide array of abilities and strategies, employing famous Three Kingdoms personalities to achieve victory.

But the true standout feature is the GARYU AI system. Developed by HEROZ, the creators of the renowned shogi AI dlshogi – a system that dominated the World Shogi Championships for two consecutive years – GARYU promises an unprecedented level of adaptive and challenging AI opposition. While AI claims often warrant skepticism, HEROZ's proven track record suggests GARYU will deliver a truly lifelike and formidable opponent.

GARYU's impressive pedigree, stemming from its creators' success in the world of shogi AI, is a compelling selling point. While comparisons to Deep Blue and its chess victories invite scrutiny, the prospect of facing off against such a sophisticated AI in a game steeped in strategic maneuvering is undeniably intriguing. The focus on cunning tactical battles makes the challenge of facing GARYU particularly appealing. Three Kingdoms Heroes launches on January 25th.