Finite and Infinite Games Quotes by James P. Carse
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Finite and Infinite Games Quotes by James P. Carse
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In one respect, but only one, an infinite game is identical to a finite game: Of infinite players we can also say that if they play they play freely; if they must play, they cannot play. Otherwise, infinite and finite play stand in the sharpest possible contrast.
A finite game is played for the purpose of winning, an infinite game for the purpose of continuing the play.
finite game is played for the purpose of winning,” Carse wrote, “an infinite game for the purpose of continuing the play.”