A simple proof of the continuity of expected payoffs

In games with compact pure strategy spaces, the continuity of the payoff functions is preserved in the expected payoff functions of the mixed extension. This note provides an elementary proof of this fact, showing that the commonly assumed Hausdorff property is, in fact, not needed.

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Universität Zürich, ZORA
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2025-09-01
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https://doi.org/10.5167/uzh-280179
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Advanced Topology and Set Theory
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A simple proof of the continuity of expected payoffs

Universität Zürich, ZORA
Advanced Topology and Set Theory
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A simple proof of the continuity of expected payoffs

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Abstract

In games with compact pure strategy spaces, the continuity of the payoff functions is preserved in the expected payoff functions of the mixed extension. This note provides an elementary proof of this fact, showing that the commonly assumed Hausdorff property is, in fact, not needed.

Universität Zürich, ZORA
Openalex Percentile: Top 32%
Advanced Topology and Set Theory
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