Ukraine’s War: Data Science or Gamification of Conflict?
The Ukrainian conflict is undeniably a tragedy, a brutal reality unfolding in the 21st century. Yet, amidst the horrors of war, a fascinating application of game theory and data science has emerged, sparking both interest and controversy. This isn’t necessarily “gamifying” the war, but rather a sophisticated attempt to quantify the abstract value of inflicted damage and incentivize efficiency.
The core of this system revolves around assigning point values to various combat actions and targets. Destroying a tank earns a regiment 40 points, while eliminating a soldier nets 12. Capturing a Russian soldier alive, a challenging feat, is rewarded with a substantial 120 points.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood