In the context of transactional analysis, which of the following is a characteristic of "games"?

A) First-degree games are most damaging.
B) Games do not provide any payoffs to any of the parties involved.
C) Games involve at least one insincere statement.
D) Games are based on emotionless attitudes.

Games in transactional analysis involve at least one insincere statement. Games are often repetitive, subtly manipulative interactions that involve hidden or ulterior motives. They can provide payoffs such as attention or validation, but ultimately they result in negative outcomes and maintain dysfunctional relationship patterns. First-degree games are not inherently more damaging than other types of games, and games can be driven by emotions.