AdvSim
AdvSim: play an RL policy in Pokemon Gen 3 Randbats in the browser
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What is AdvSim?
AdvSim is a browser-based tool for playing Pokémon Showdown's [Gen 3] Random Battle format against AI opponents. It offers multiple AI modes, including Monte Carlo tree search guided by a PPO-trained neural network, all running locally on the user's device. It was made by Zachary Kingston as a non-commercial fan project.
AdvSim pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free
AdvSim pros
- Multiple AI modes including MCTS+PPO neural network, Emerald-style AI, and random
- Runs entirely on the user's device
- AI does not cheat and only acts on information it has seen
- Built on the exact Pokémon Showdown simulator engine
AdvSim cons
- Limited to Gen 3 Random Battle format only
- Non-commercial fan project, not affiliated with Nintendo
- Requires loading simulator and network, which may take time
Frequently asked questions about AdvSim
Does the AI cheat by seeing my team?
No, the AI only guesses based on what it has seen of your team during battle.
What battle format is supported?
Only Pokémon Showdown's [Gen 3] Random Battle format.
Where does the computation run?
Everything runs on your device in the browser.