*Games People Play: The Basic Handbook of Transactional Analysis* is a book by **Eric Berne**, published in 1964.

The book introduces the concept of transactional analysis, a theory of social interaction and communication. Berne examines the “games” people play in their everyday interactions, which are often unconscious patterns of behavior that fulfill psychological needs. He categorizes these games into various types and explains how they influence relationships and communication. *Games People Play* offers insights into understanding and improving interpersonal dynamics by recognizing and altering these behavioral patterns.