New next-version

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Hi all,

I've been watching Daily Challenge replays on next_version to see how the AI is doing, and I see that it is doing a pretty poor job of defending itself from majority buyouts. I've changed the logic some and uploaded a new version. Would love to see people try it out today to let me see how it performs. If you do, please post in this thread, and I'll watch the replay.

thanks!

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Reply #1 from Offworld Forums Top

The AI still prefer to buy other AI stock rather than defend that 6th share, madness!

 

 

Reply #2 from Offworld Forums Top

The AI is definitely better about defending itself now, but there are still instances where it gets hyperaggressive then can't defend itself. I still managed to get some majority buys done on today's awkward map, so I imagine stronger maps (with as many AIs) may still go quickly, but daily challenges seem like they'll be less of a pure rush going forward.

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Reply #3 from Offworld Forums Top

ok, there's a new next_version up right now. Should have better stock AI (and founding AI too!)

Reply #4 from Offworld Forums Top

It looks like the second player to found in a 1v1 instantly gets to found with no debt now (and also no possibility of extra bonus money)? Beyond that odd quirk, I couldn't really get a read on any of the changes from today's 1v1 daily. 

There was a weird moment in my replay, around the start of day 3, where the AI throws an EMP at empty space, though.

EDIT: Also wanted to mention that hotkeys for choosing HQ types during the founding phase no longer work. A silhouette in the shape of the HQ type will flash briefly, but you can't actually found when clicking during that time.

Reply #6 from Offworld Forums Top

I now have the best time, after improving on Kingmorgan's method for the best time on next_version. Replay should be up on the server.

Reply #7 from Offworld Forums Top

thanks, guys, these replays are super valuable.

I should have a new version out this afternoon. Let me know if you are ok with me wiping your Daily Challenge scores. (or, if you prefer, I can send you a second key... just send me a message)

Reply #8 from Offworld Forums Top

Todays attempts.

 

http://www.filedropper.com/replay_1
http://www.filedropper.com/replay_7

 

Reply #9 from Offworld Forums Top

thanks - should be a new next_version up by 5:30 EST so would love to see you try again before 7!