Machine Learning Helps Reveal What Makes Games Complex for People

This article explores how machine learning (ML) and large-scale online experiments are revolutionizing the study of human behavior, particularly in strategic decision-making within economic games. Traditionally, understanding human behavior has been challenging due to its inherent variability, unlike the predictable laws of physics. However, researchers now have powerful tools to uncover these principles.

The Challenge of Human Behavior

Human judgments and decisions are notoriously variable. Unlike physics, where laws like gravity are constant, human behavior is complex and context-dependent. Pinpointing consistent