ALIEN is an artificial life simulation tool driven by a specialized 2D particle engine in CUDA, allowing simulated bodies to have higher-level functions like sensors and muscles controlled by neural networks. The goal is to explore conditions for (pre-)biotic evolution and biological system complexity. The simulator offers a user-friendly interface and the ability to create diverse organisms, run real-time simulations on GPUs, and manipulate particles and connections. It serves as a tool for both creative exploration and academic study, shedding light on how complexity emerges from simple components and enabling users to play “god” in their own universe. Check out ALIEN on YouTube, Twitter, Reddit, and Discord for further information.
https://github.com/chrxh/alien