If you’re looking to dive into the world of Sokoban—the classic Japanese puzzle game known as the “warehouse keeper”—you’ve landed in the right place! This blog will walk you through the process of installing and using the Gym Sokoban repository, which implements this engaging game and makes it accessible for reinforcement learning algorithms. Let’s get started!
1. Installation
The installation process is straightforward and can be achieved in two ways:
- Via PIP: Simply run the following command in your terminal:
pip install gym-sokoban- Clone the repository:
- Navigate to the directory:
- Install it in editable mode:
git clone git@github.com:mpSchrader/gym-sokoban.gitcd gym-sokobanpip install -e .Don’t forget to check out the examples on how to use the external gym environment.
2. Understanding the Game Environment
In Sokoban, every room consists of various elements that interact with one another. Here’s a breakdown:
2.1 Room Elements
The room consists of:
- Walls: Static barriers that cannot be moved.
- Floor: Empty spaces where movement can occur.
- Boxes: Objects that the player can push.
- Box Targets: Designated spots where boxes need to be placed.
- Player: The character controlled by the user.
2.2 Actions
The game offers 9 actions that players can take:
- No Operation (0)
- Push Up (1)
- Push Down (2)
- Push Left (3)
- Push Right (4)
- Move Up (5)
- Move Down (6)
- Move Left (7)
- Move Right (8)
Analogy: Think of the Sokoban game as a kitchen. The player is the chef, capable of both pushing a pot (boxes) and moving to different counters (empty spaces). However, there are certain rules: the chef can’t pull the pot back once pushed against a wall (irreversible mistakes). So, it’s essential to choose their moves carefully!
2.3 Rewards
Rewards are critical in guiding the player’s actions:
- Perform Step: -0.1
- Push Box on Target: +1.0
- Push Box off Target: -1.0
- Complete Game: +10.0
2.4 Level Generation
The game generates new levels randomly every time a Sokoban environment is loaded. This includes:
- Topology Generation
- Placement of Targets and Player
- Reverse Playing (to ensure solvability)
2.5 Configuration Options
Sokoban has various configurations, including:
- Room Size
- Number of Boxes
- Rendering Modes (TinyWorld, RGB, etc.)
Troubleshooting
While using Gym Sokoban, you may encounter issues. Here are some troubleshooting tips:
- If the game doesn’t start, ensure that your installation was successful. Try reinstalling using the PIP method.
- For slow generation of large rooms, be patient as they may take time on less powerful machines.
- If you face any bugs or issues, consider raising an issue on the repository.
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Conclusion
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Now that you’re armed with all this information, it’s time to jump in and enjoy solving Sokoban puzzles! Happy gaming!
