Random Number Generation, or RNG, is a highly debated topic in almost every competitive video game genre.
In the context of lane-pushing arena battlers, RNG is typically minimized compared to card games or auto-battlers.
Initial Deck Shuffling
Your starting hand is entirely random, which can immediately put you at a massive disadvantage against an aggressive opening.
Once the initial hand is played, the rotation becomes fixed, and pure skill and memory take over.
- Always include at least two cheap defensive options.
- Don't panic if your starting hand is bad.
- Move on to the next match quickly.
The Unpredictable AI
While developers strive to make AI as predictable as possible, the physics engine can occasionally create chaotic results.
Leaving a slight margin for error in your defensive placements is the best way to handle AI unpredictability.
| Genre Type | Level of Luck |
|---|---|
| Auto-Battlers | Skill comes from long-term statistical management |
| Standard Tower Rush | Very Low - Only the starting hand is randomized |
The Mental Game
The most important skill regarding RNG is learning how to control your emotions when luck inevitably turns against you.
If you are stuck in a lower arena, it is because of your fundamental mechanics, not the random number generator.
