The DotA 6.77c 1.4b AI Rev2 release, internally codenamed "DOOMSDAY," represents a significant milestone in the stability of custom AI maps for Warcraft III. Through my hands-on testing of this build, it is clear that the AITeam focused heavily on refining the decision-making logic of computer-controlled heroes. The stability of this version is a direct result of the collaborative efforts of the AITeam, with specific credit due to Ciel_Asuka for development contributions and Green_Sliche for the comprehensive overhaul of item build logic.
Technical Overview
This release introduces a sophisticated item management system and dedicated courier logic for AI players. By assigning individual couriers to AI units, the map reduces bottlenecking and ensures that computer players maintain optimal item progression throughout the match. Furthermore, the integration of AI logic for newer heroes ensures that the expanded roster remains competitive in offline play.
Update : New version of DotA AI is now available, DotA v6.77c AI 1.4c rev2
Stability and Performance
In terms of reliability, this build is exceptionally stable. The "DOOMSDAY" moniker was adopted by PBMN and the AITeam to commemorate the 12.12.12 date, serving as a humorous nod to the community's survival and continued dedication to the game throughout 2013. From a technical standpoint, the removal of legacy bugs and the optimization of the engagement system make this one of the most reliable iterations of the 6.77c series.
DotA 6.77c 1.4b Rev2 Changelogs:
- Fixed 1v1 bug.
- Fixed human's skill-autousage and skill-disable bug.
- Fixed bugs in AI engage and engage-cancel system. Now AI should not ignore attacking heroes after cancelling engage.
- Fixed bug in SB's Charge of Darkness behaviour. SB can now use Charge to escape.
- AI can now Sentry lanes. Increased flag check rate for dust and ward.
- Fixed Siren's Rip Tide casting condition.
- Fixed Courier not regenerating life/mana in fountain.
- Fixed Viscous Nasal Goo.
- Greatly improved Courier's behaviour. AI's courier now spawn not directly above fountain to prevent selection masking.
- Updated item builds of Tiny, Warlord, Invoker and Ursa.
- Fixed bugs in item system, including double boots and several others.
- Fixed Heaven’s Halberd's Disarm bug.
- Improved sideshopping.
- Improved AI behaviour near enemy tower. Now AI should not towerdive recklessly.
- Improved AI chasing behaviour.
- Improved Riki's behaviour.
- Improved defense system.
- Improved Razor's Static Link usage.
- Added safety measure to prevent Requiem bug.
- Various tweaks and fixes.
- Fixed a bug with melee/ranged items.
- Removed usage of Naga`s ult when Enemy tower is low HP and enemies are near it. Outdated conditions.
- Disabled -random when under -pa/-pe
- Removed DebugMsgs for Riki
- Fixed a bug with the Familiars
- Tiny`s Aghanims fixes
- Fixed courier's go home delay when it`s master died
- Added extra check to prioritize Siege units upon defending
- Tweak the condition of Void`s ultimate cast
- Fixed some wrong OrderIDs for Void
- Fixed Meepo clones triggering sideshop function
- Tweaked Diabolic Edict tower code
- Tweaked skillbuild for Leshrac
Update : New version of DotA AI is now available, DotA v6.77c AI 1.4c rev2
Download
You can access the map file below. Ensure your Warcraft III client is updated to the appropriate patch version to support this map.
DotA v6.77c AI 1.4b Rev2.w3x