Abstract

This chapter begins with an overview of game theory. It is not intended to comprehensively look at the entire game theory field but does provide sufficient detail to understand how social dilemma games work. Indeed, the definitions are given in the context of social dilemma games. This overview is followed by a description of the three most widely studied games used in social dilemma investigations: the prison’s dilemma game, the public goods game (which is an N > 2 player version of prisoner’s dilemma), and the snowdrift game.

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.