Lecture 14: Zero-Sum Games

We introduce zero-sum games. We define the payoff matrix. We then give several examples of zero-sum games (matching pennies and a more complicated game). We then explain the concept of Nash equilibrium.

MIT 18.200 Principles of Discrete Applied Mathematics, Spring 2024
Instructor: Ankur Moitra
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We introduce zero-sum games. We define the payoff matrix. We then give several examples of zero-sum games (matching pennies and a more complicated game). We then explain the concept of Nash equilibrium.

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