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🧪 Cellular Automata Explained — Local Rules, Global Patterns

Explainer of cellular automata, local update rules, emergent patterns, Game of Life, examples, and FAQ.

Mathematics2DModerate60 FPS

⚙ Under the hood

This simulation illustrates the fascinating behavior of cellular automata. Users can experiment with different rules and observe how simple local interactions generate complex global patterns.

Cellular AutomataLocal Rules

2D · HTML5 Canvas 2D · 60 FPS target · runs fully client-side, no install