World-renowned psychologist Eric Berne is the creator of transactional analysis and the renowned system of psychological support based on it, enabling people to independently resolve problems arising in relationships with others. This book, which has successfully undergone numerous editions and has been published in millions of copies in many languages, is dedicated to teaching readers how to professionally analyze the nuances of their communication and helping them overcome many behavioral stereotypes and complexes that hinder everyday life. Initially conceived as an advanced psychoanalytic textbook, the author ultimately managed to present it in simple, accessible language, using vivid and witty imagery. 'People Who Play Games,' which became an international bestseller many years ago, remains one of the most popular books on psychology worldwide.