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| − | '''Games''' | + | '''Games''' are structured forms of [[play]] or [[recreation]] that involve one or more participants following a set of [[rules]] or conventions. Games may be played for [[entertainment]], [[competition]], [[education]], [[exercise]], [[social interaction]], or other purposes. |
| + | Games can take many forms, including [[board game]]s, [[card game]]s, [[sport]]s, [[puzzle]]s, [[party game]]s, [[role-playing game]]s, and [[video game]]s. Some games require physical equipment, while others can be played using only the participants and a set of agreed rules. | ||
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| + | Most games have some combination of objectives, rules, challenges, and methods for determining outcomes. A game may have a winner or ranking, although some games are cooperative and require participants to work together toward a shared objective. | ||
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| + | Games have existed in human societies for thousands of years. Archaeological evidence shows that ancient civilizations developed games for recreation, social interaction, strategy, and gambling. Examples include ancient forms of [[chess]]-like games, [[dice]] games, and [[board game]]s. | ||
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| + | Games can be played individually or between multiple participants. Multiplayer games may involve cooperation, competition, negotiation, or a combination of these. Some games are organized into leagues, tournaments, or other formal competitions. | ||
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| + | Modern technology has expanded the range of games available. [[Video games]] and [[computer game]]s allow players to interact with digital environments, while online networks allow people in different locations to play together. Mobile devices have also made many games widely accessible. | ||
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| + | Games are studied in fields including [[mathematics]], [[psychology]], [[computer science]], [[economics]], [[education]], and [[sociology]]. The mathematical study of strategic decision-making in games is known as [[game theory]]. | ||
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| == References == | == References == | ||
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| − | + | [[Category:Play]] | |
| + | [[Category:Recreation]] | ||