On 10/30/07, Heikki Levanto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > This works surprisingly well, although there are some drawbacks. > Evaluating > positions this way prefers safe, solid groups. And in the end game, when > the > result is decided, the programs play unnatural moves, since all moves lead > to > the same result - the resulting score is usually not considered, so to the > program it is the same if it wins by 0.5 points or the whole board...
I don't think MC evaluation favors stable groups. It's really a function of the perceived chances of winning. When behind, it'll play bold moves since it's the only real way to win. An MC bot that is behind in endgame (even if by 1/2 point) plays so wildly, it frequently loses all of its stones! When an MC bot is ahead, it'll play safe moves that help guarantee a coast to victory (many times by 1/2 point). P.S. If any of the above is not right, I am sure the better informed people > will rush in to correct me. I welcome that! I thought it was a great summary. My only caveat is up above.
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