Game Theory for Computer Games Design

Game Theory Models for Pursuit Evasion Games

In a pursuit evasion game, the pursuer tries to capture the evader while the evader tries to prevent this capture. A classical approach is to model this game as an infinite differential game. In this report, we model a pursuit-evasion game as a finite extensive form game, and show that the differential game is a generalization of this game. We prove that a pure-strategy Nash equilibrium always ...

Applied Theory for Game Design

Game Theory for Reliable Computer Systems

My recent research develops game theory techniques and applies them to the problem of constructing reliable computer systems. Game theory is gaining importance in many disciplines, including economics, sociology, political and sciences. In my research, I have used games to automatically construct, correct, and analyze computer systems and their specifications. The games I study are turn-based g...

Game Design for Computer Science Education

Computer science students come from the gamer generation. A generation accustomed to receiving instant feedback and constant reward for action. This expectation creates tension between traditional assessment models and the learning style of the gamers taking our courses. In this paper we discuss how game design principles can be used as part of modern instructional design. We then present two c...

Modular Architecture for Computer Game Design

Common current game architectures limit program flexibility and modularity. With the advent of middleware and the increasing complexity of games, this is a significant hindrance to development. In this project I have attempted to design and implement (using C++ and OpenGL) a highly modular, data-centered architecture based on the ”System of Systems” approach. The final implementation was not re...