CSSLab/maia-chess
Maia is a human-like neural network chess engine trained on millions of human games.
This project offers chess engines designed to play like human chess players across various skill levels, from beginner to advanced. You can use these engines to play against a computer opponent that emulates human play, providing a more realistic and relatable training or casual game experience. The intended users are chess enthusiasts and players looking for a human-like sparring partner.
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Use this if you want to play chess against an AI that mimics typical human strategy and mistakes for a more authentic game experience.
Not ideal if you are looking for a chess engine that plays at a superhuman, unbeatable level, as these engines are specifically designed to be human-like.
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