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battledrones v14: Compass Rose, a four player map
Publication: Simon Willison's Weblog
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Source published: 24/10/2026, 03:59:57 UTC
Briefing created: 24/10/2026, 14:36:52 UTC
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Briefings
Claude Opus 4.5 released a new Battledrones map named 'Compass Rose' in October 2026, adding four-player online mode to the game. This update introduced four-player rotational symmetry with up to four AI players, allowing up to four human players to join via share links or QR codes. The new teams feature purple and green robot themes alongside existing blue and red designs. The release was published on October 24, 2026.
Key points
- Claude Opus 4.5 added a new four-player map called 'Compass Rose' to Battledrones, expanding the game's multiplayer support from two to four players.
- The new map utilizes a four-way rotational symmetry design and supports up to four AI players, with up to four human players joining via share links or QR codes.
Context
Battledrones previously offered two-player maps; this update introduces a four-player variant with specific color-coded robot themes and a new multiplayer network code.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to the initial prompt and release announcement; specific player counts, server uptime, or map size metrics are not provided.
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