What is Tic Tac Toe?
Tic Tac Toe is a simple two-player game played on a 3x3 grid. Players take turns marking a space with their symbol (either X or O). The objective is to be the first to get three of their symbols in a row, either horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
How to Play Tic Tac Toe
- The game is played on a 3x3 grid.
- Players take turns placing their symbol (X or O) in an empty cell.
- The first player to align three symbols wins the game.
- If all cells are filled without a winner, the game ends in a draw.
Understanding the Minimax Algorithm
The Minimax algorithm is a decision-making algorithm used in game theory and AI. It's particularly useful in two-player games like Tic Tac Toe. Here’s a simple breakdown:
- Objective: The algorithm aims to minimize the possible loss while maximizing the potential gain.
- Tree Structure: It evaluates all possible moves and their outcomes, forming a tree of potential game states.
- Evaluation: Each terminal state (win, lose, draw) is assigned a score.
- Backtracking: The algorithm backtracks to determine the best move based on maximizing the score for the current player and minimizing it for the opponent.
This strategy ensures that the AI can play optimally against a human opponent or another AI.