Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of barcodes can be used?
You can generally scan common barcodes found on products (like JAN, ISBN, etc.). The type and information on the barcode will influence the initial stats and type of the generated AI Athlete.
What kind of sport do the AI Athletes play?
The main mode envisions fast-paced battles like "Arena Combat" (1v1 or 3v3) in a futuristic setting. We are considering adding modes based on other sports in the future.
Can I control the athletes myself during matches?
No, matches are autonomous. The athletes are controlled by the external LLM (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude) that you connect to the game. Your role is to train the athletes, set up the team, and configure the prompts and strategic templates for the LLM.
Do I need an LLM to play? What is an API key?
To control your AI Athletes, you need an account with a supported LLM service and its API key. An API key is like a password that allows external programs (like this game) to use your LLM account. While the game will guide you, obtaining the LLM subscription and API key is your responsibility. (We might offer basic CPU opponents or limited trial LLM functionality.)
Do I need programming skills?
No programming knowledge is required! The key skill is "prompt engineering" – figuring out the best instructions (prompts) to give the LLM. We will provide guidelines and templates within the game to help everyone learn and experiment.
What about LLM API usage costs?
The costs associated with using the LLM API are generally borne by the player (depending on your LLM service plan). The game plans to include features to help manage costs, like estimates of API calls or ways to optimize usage.
Which LLMs can be used?
We plan to support major LLM services (like OpenAI API, Google AI API, etc.) at launch. We will consider expanding support for more LLMs over time.
Where can I print the cards?
We envision methods like printing the generated card image data on your home printer or using integration with convenience store printing services for easy output.
When will the game be released?
The game is currently under active development! Please follow our official website and social media channels for the latest updates, development progress, and release schedule.