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Human Sparring Networks
About Human Sparring Networks
Human Sparring Networks are specially trained neural networks designed to play at human-like strength levels, making them ideal for:
- Practicing against opponents of specific skill levels
- Analyzing games from a human perspective
- Educational purposes and chess training
- Casual play without being overwhelming
These networks typically range from beginner to intermediate strength (approximately 1100-1900 Elo).
| Network Name | Approximate Elo | Download | Credit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maia 1100 | 1100 | maia-1100.pb.gz |
University of Toronto CSSLab | Run at Nodes = 1 |
| Maia 1200 | 1200 | maia-1200.pb.gz |
University of Toronto CSSLab | Run at Nodes = 1 |
| Maia 1300 | 1300 | maia-1300.pb.gz |
University of Toronto CSSLab | Run at Nodes = 1 |
| Maia 1400 | 1400 | maia-1400.pb.gz |
University of Toronto CSSLab | Run at Nodes = 1 |
| Maia 1500 | 1500 | maia-1500.pb.gz |
University of Toronto CSSLab | Run at Nodes = 1 |
| Maia 1600 | 1600 | maia-1600.pb.gz |
University of Toronto CSSLab | Run at Nodes = 1 |
| Maia 1700 | 1700 | maia-1700.pb.gz |
University of Toronto CSSLab | Run at Nodes = 1 |
| Maia 1800 | 1800 | maia-1800.pb.gz |
University of Toronto CSSLab | Run at Nodes = 1 |
| Maia 1900 | 1900 | maia-1900.pb.gz |
University of Toronto CSSLab | Run at Nodes = 1 |
| Maia 2200 | 2200 | maia-2200.pb.gz |
@CallOn84 | Run at Nodes = 1 |
| Elite Leela v2 | 3500 | Elite-Leela-v2-128x10x8h-1704000.pb.gz |
@CallOn84 |
Usage Instructions
- Download the network file (right click → “Save link as…”)
- Place it in your Lc0 networks directory (typically
lc0/networks) - Configure your GUI or engine to use the network with the recommended settings
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do these compare to just limiting nodes on a strong network?
A: Human networks make more human-like mistakes and have more consistent playing styles compared to simply weakening a strong AI.
References and Resources
Last Updated: 2025-06-17