Hands-On Neuroevolution with Python

Comparing Python neuroevolution libraries

The following table provides a quick comparison between the Python libraries we've discussed in this chapter:

NEAT-Python	PyTorch NEAT	MultiNEAT	Deep Neuroevolution
NEAT	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
HyperNEAT	No	Partial (CPPN only)	Yes	No
ES-HyperNEAT	No	No	Yes	No
Novelty Search	No	No	Yes	Yes
OpenAI GYM	No	Yes	Yes	Yes
Visualization	No	No	Yes	Yes
GPU support	No	Yes	No	Yes
PIP	Yes	No	No	No
Anaconda	No	No	Yes	No
Checkpoints	Yes	Yes	No	Yes

The NEAT-Python library provides excellent visualization integration and is easy to use. However, it has a significant drawback in that it is implemented ...