A Principle-based Framework for Analyzing Dialogue Game-based Semantics

The dialogue game-based approach to argumentation semantics proposes to determine the acceptance status of arguments through two-party zero-sum dialogue games. Furthermore, by selecting different sets of rules to govern the moves of arguments in the game, it allows for the characterization of distinct argumentation semantics. This approach has proven significant for theoretical and practical reasons. Accordingly, the ability to identify the most suitable semantics for a given domain is a key element in promoting the adoption of dialogue game-based semantics in real-world systems. This paper introduces a set of principles for systematically analyzing dialogue game-based semantics. We aim to contribute to existing frameworks by enabling a deeper understanding of the theoretical foundations of such argumentation semantics. In doing so, our framework may also guide the development of new dialogue game-based semantics.