Pointsman is a utility app that automates scoring for the board game Ticket To Ride (USA) using iPhone camera-based computer vision. By leveraging ARKit and CoreML, it identifies train placements and game components to generate a digital score ticket for players.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Players of the Ticket To Ride (USA) board game looking to streamline end-of-game scoring.
What does it look like?
Key features
Uses ARKit and CoreML to recognize train placements and game pieces directly from the board.
Calculates scores for routes, station placements, longest train bonuses, and destination tickets.
Provides a manual override system to adjust or verify scores if the automated scan is inaccurate.
Generates a visual summary of the game results that can be shared as a memento.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Dormant developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: zombie.
Who built it?
Chimera Software
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What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
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Where is it heading?
Bottom line
While the app offers impressive automated scoring via machine learning, users report inconsistent accuracy with specific train colors and route cards, necessitating manual verification.
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