Looking for a good intro text for game theory

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This discussion focuses on recommended introductory texts for game theory suitable for upper-level math undergraduates. Key suggestions include "Game Theory" by Osborne and Rubinstein, which is ideal for its mathematical focus, and "Game Theory: An Introduction" by Tadelis. For those with a strong mathematical background, "Theory of Games and Economic Behavior" by Fudenberg and Tirole is also recommended. Additionally, the "Algorithmic Game Theory" book edited by Nisan, Roughgarden, Tardos, and Vazirani is suggested for those interested in the computer science perspective of game theory.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of upper-level mathematics concepts
  • Familiarity with basic game theory terminology
  • Knowledge of algorithmic principles for algorithmic game theory
  • Experience with mathematical proofs and analysis
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "Game Theory" by Osborne and Rubinstein for a foundational understanding
  • Explore "Game Theory: An Introduction" by Tadelis for a mathematically-focused approach
  • Study "Theory of Games and Economic Behavior" by Fudenberg and Tirole for advanced insights
  • Investigate "Algorithmic Game Theory" edited by Nisan, Roughgarden, Tardos, and Vazirani for a computer science perspective
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Students and educators in mathematics, particularly those interested in game theory, as well as computer scientists exploring algorithmic applications of game theory.

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Hey all, so my university's game theory course never runs due to lack of students signing up for it, so I'm taking it upon myself to learn what I can about this fascinating subject. I'm specifically looking for a game theory text which is:

a) introductory
b) for upper-level math undergraduates
c) mathematically-focused (I'm more interested in the mechanics of the subject than the economic or certainly political applications)

I've been scanning Amazon reviews n such for an hour or so now, and so far the books by Tadelis, Osborne, and González-Díaz look good. What would you guys choose?
 
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Osborne-Rubinstein would be my go-to for that level. Osborne is fine though a bit more elementary. Tadelis looks fine, but I don't really know it.

If you're a strong math undergrad, you should be fine with a grad text like Fudenberg-Tirole.

If you're a math type not that interested in economic content, you could consider looking into algorithmic GT (basically the CS version instead of the econ version). For that, the AGT book edited by Nisan, Roughgarden, Tardos, and Vazirani is supposed to be good.
 

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