The Runaway Game

The Runaway Game is a strategic decision-making scenario where one player (the "runner") seeks to maximize their advantage by continuously escalating their actions, often prompting the other player to respond defensively. This cycle can create a situation where both parties are locked in a conflict that escalates without reaching resolution, similar to an arms race or persistent legal battles. The concept highlights how aggressive strategies can lead to increasingly hostile interactions, making cooperation difficult and potentially damaging for both sides. Understanding the Runaway Game helps in designing strategies to avoid such destructive escalation.