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Rethinking of AlphaStar

arXiv 2108.03452 ↗First posted 7 Aug 2021cs.AIcited by 1

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Abstract (arXiv)

We present a different view for AlphaStar (AS), the program achieving Grand-Master level in the game StarCraft II. It is considered big progress for AI research. However, in this paper, we present problems with the AS, some of which are the defects of it, and some of which are important details that are neglected in its article. These problems arise two questions. One is that what can we get from the built of AS? The other is that does the battle between it with humans fair? After the discussion, we present the future research directions for these problems. Our study is based on a reproduction code of the AS, and the codes are available online.

Key facts. Cited by 1 paper in the map (data through 7 Oct 2026). Builds on 13 of its 194 references that are in the map. First posted on arXiv 7 Aug 2021.

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  1. 2022On Efficient Reinforcement Learning for Full-length Game of StarCraft IIcited by 14