Koei Tecmo's Three Kingdoms Heroes – a new mobile entry in their renowned Three Kingdoms franchise – blends chess and shogi mechanics into a thrilling turn-based battler. Players command iconic Three Kingdoms figures, each wielding unique abilities and strategic maneuvers.
The game retains the series' signature art style and epic storytelling, making it an ideal entry point for newcomers. However, the real highlight is the innovative GARYU AI system.
Developed by HEROZ (creators of the champion shogi AI, dlshogi), GARYU promises a uniquely challenging and adaptive opponent. This AI, which reportedly dominated the World Shogi Championships for two years, presents a formidable challenge even for seasoned strategy game players.
While AI boasts often fall short, GARYU's pedigree suggests a significant leap forward. The prospect of facing such a lifelike, strategically adept opponent is undeniably enticing, especially within the context of the Three Kingdoms' rich history of tactical brilliance. Three Kingdoms Heroes launches on January 25th.
