AI helps archaeologists solve a Roman gaming mystery
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Researchers used artificial intelligence to solve a century-old archaeological mystery involving a Roman limestone game board found in the Netherlands, running virtual players through over 100 possible rule combinations to determine which created the board's wear patterns. The AI revealed the board was used for a blocking game called Ludus Coriovalli, suggesting Romans played such games centuries earlier than previously thought.
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