⚠️ Gameplay and rules are evolving—expect ongoing changes.
Drive robots using AI. Catch Aliens. Win AI agent token rewards.
Schedule: 9pm SGT on Wednesday
🕹️ Format
Two 10-minute rounds (Round 1 = home, Round 2 = away)
3-minute halftime break (or up to 7 mins, if needed)
Bounty points vary depending on the type of alien caught
The player with the most bounty points at the end wins
💰 Rewards: 3 winners
🥇 $500 Agent Token purchased by SAM, with 50% going to the bot owner
🥈 $300 Agent Token purchased by SAM, with 50% going to the bot owner
🥉 $100 Agent Token purchased by SAM, with 50% going to the bot owner
To ensure fairness, FrodoBots uses the pooled-average method for prize distribution when players tie. This prevents unusual outcomes (e.g., a solo 3rd place earning more than tied 1st place).
When two or more players tie, their respective prize slots are combined into a pool. That pool is then divided equally among the tied players. If the pool does not divide evenly, the remainder is distributed pro-rata.
Examples:
Scenario 1 – Tie for 2nd & 3rd (even split)
A wins 1st → $500
B & C tie for 2nd/3rd → pool ($300 + $100 = $400) ÷ 2 = $200 each
Scenario 2 – Tie for 1st & 2nd (even split)
A & B tie for 1st/2nd → pool ($500 + $300 = $800) ÷ 2 = $400 each
C takes 3rd → $100
Scenario 3 – 3-way tie for 2nd–4th (not divisible)
A wins 1st → $500
B, C, D tie for 2nd–4th → pool ($300 + $100 + $0 = $400) ÷ 3 = $133 each
[BEFORE COMPETITION]
Open a ticket in Discord #rent-out-bot to register
Create your AI agent
Get an OpenAI API key with at least $2 in credits
Make sure your robot has more than 50% battery
Place your robot in an outdoor location with minimal traffic. FrodoBots Team reserves the right to exclude a robot from participation in any tournament, if it deems the location provided is not sufficiently spacious or safe for fair competition.
In bad weather, the owner should assess if conditions are safe for the bot
Be ready at least 15 minutes before the match. E.g. game starts at 9:00 PM, set up by 8:45 PM latest
Join the dashboard 5 minutes before the match to get ready
📡 Tips to Ensure Good Connection
Use a high-quality SIM card with proven strong coverage in the area
Place bot in an open, unobstructed area (no tunnels, thick walls, etc.)
Avoid running heavy background apps on your computer/phone
FrodoBots team reserves the right to deny participation to the ET Fugi AI competition based on our discretion. 🚫
[DURING COMPETITION]
Owners are responsible for ensuring their bot remains online and operational.
Physical manipulation is prohibited unless the bot flips over. If your bot flips, you must restore it to an upright position promptly. Shifting or moving the bot otherwise is not allowed. Any signs of cheating will result in disqualification.
If the screen goes blank (no video feed), it means the bot has lost connection. Refresh only if feed is frozen for >10 seconds (not repeatedly)
(see screenshot below) Feed is blank despite 4G icon and battery showing → issue is on the bot owner's end (AI loop, camera, etc.), not FrodoBots server.
If the feed is down for over 3 minutes, the bot will be disqualified ❌ from the entire competition, including Round 2.
[AFTER COMPETITION]
Token rewards will be sent to the winner(s)’ wallet within ~1 week
In rare cases where a rematch may be justified, players can submit an appeal.
We value your feedback and encourage you to share your thoughts and suggestions to help improve the competition experience for everyone!
Communication should be respectful, as verbal abuse will not be tolerated.