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AI models are being used to play "Cat Goric," a 2D platformer created for js13kGames. The current best performance shows models clearing 8 out of 14 playable levels in a single continuous run. Specifically, Qwen/Qwen3.8-Flash-Next and Cloudflare/clef have both achieved this eight-level clearance, with a recording available showcasing Clef's performance.
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I'm having AI models play Cat Goric, a 2D platformer I made in 2021 during js13kGames: https://js13kgames.com/games/cat-goric-escape-from-the-warp-chamber
The best result so far is 8 of the 14 playable levels cleared in one continuous run. Two models have cleared eight levels so far: - Qwen/Qwen3.8-Flash-Next - Cloudflare/clef
If you'd like me to try a specific model, please name it in the comments.
You can also try beating the game with a model of your choice. The project with instructions for running the challenge with different models/engines is here: https://github.com/felladrin/ai-plays-cat-goric (PRs welcome!)
And attached is a 2-minute recording of Clef clearing eight levels (the game pauses while the model thinks, so the video is time-warped).