This is a summary of a discussion around Testing Bots for 2023 Season 1 started here on discord
Initial Query: Community members were curious about how to test their bots in real-time without actually playing the game themselves.
Key Insights:
- Real-Time Testing: It’s possible to enable real-time mode against the in-game AI for testing.
- App Arguments: The same arguments that aiarena uses can be employed.
- Map Issues: There was a discussion about the compatibility of LE and AIE maps. It was concluded that LE maps should be used, especially on Windows.
- HumanLadder.json: This JSON file can be edited to change map settings and other configurations.
- Real-Time Flag: For those using Rust, the RealTime flag can be used to enable real-time testing.
Technical Issues:
- Some users reported that the app froze or didn’t work as expected. These issues seemed to be related to the operating system and disk where SC2 is installed.
- There were also issues with bots not behaving as expected, which were later resolved through updates.
Attachments and Further Testing:
- Various members shared their bots for testing and reported back with results, leading to iterative improvements.
This thread serves as a comprehensive guide for community members looking to prepare their bots for the ProBots vs Humans event. Feel free to contribute further insights or ask for clarifications.