Cobweb
AI-native game development framework based on Dual-World Theory. Uses View=f(State) to simplify complex game logic and state management.
Free
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127 GitHub stars with active community development
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Open source under MIT license — free to use and modify
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Event-driven game state engine for AI-native development
What is Cobweb? Features and use cases explained.
About Cobweb
Cobweb is an AI-native game development framework based on Dual-World Theory, implementing a deterministic state machine driven by events. It separates game logic into a pure Logic Layer and a replaceable Presentation Layer, where View = f(State). Developers define events and rules that govern all state transitions, making the entire game process recordable, traceable, and AI-perceivable. Cobweb is ideal for building complex, data-driven game systems that benefit from AI automation and clear architectural boundaries.
Use Cases
- ▸Define complex quest logic as state transitions when building RPG quest systems
- ▸Decouple game UI from core mechanics when prototyping multiplayer games
- ▸Train AI agents on recorded game states when creating adaptive difficulty
Features
- ✓Separates game logic from presentation using a pure event-driven architecture
- ✓Enables full state recording and tracing for debugging and AI training
- ✓Supports AI perception and automation of game logic via deterministic state transitions
- ✓Provides composable, nestable rendering components for UI-like presentation
- ✓Defines computable event rules as the sole entry point for all game actions
- ✓Facilitates independent testing of logic and presentation layers
FAQ
Can I use Cobweb with my existing game engine like Unity or Unreal?▼
Cobweb is a JavaScript framework designed to be engine-agnostic. You can integrate it with any engine by connecting its event system to your game's rendering pipeline.
Is Cobweb performant for real-time games?▼
Yes, Cobweb's event-driven architecture is optimized for deterministic state updates, making it suitable for real-time games. The presentation layer can be throttled independently to maintain performance.
Does Cobweb support multiplayer or networking?▼
Cobweb focuses on single-player state management, but its deterministic nature makes it straightforward to extend for multiplayer via state synchronization and conflict resolution.
How to install Cobweb — setup guide and prerequisites.
Installation
Install Cobweb to get started:
$git clone https://github.com/shixiangxi0/Cobweb.git
Or visit the project page for detailed setup instructions.
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