Random Number Generation, or RNG, is a highly debated topic in almost every competitive video game genre.
Understanding exactly where randomness factors into the equation allows top players to mitigate its negative effects.
Starting Hands and Card Rotation
The most prominent RNG element in card-based battlers is the initial four cards you are dealt at the start.
By ensuring a healthy mix of low-cost cycle cards, they guarantee they will always have some form of defense.
- Make the best play available with what you have.
- Track the opponent’s rotation after the first cycle.
- Some RNG is healthy for the game.
Unit Targeting and Pathfinding
Another subtle layer of RNG comes from the slight inconsistencies in how the game’s AI handles pathfinding.
To counter this, veterans always place defensive buildings in exactly the same specific tiles to guarantee consistent pulls.
| Battler Category | RNG Dependency |
|---|---|
| Drafting Games | Extremely High – Relies entirely on shop rolls and item drops |
| Standard Tower Rush | Matches are decided by placement, timing, and resource tracking |
The Mental Game
Getting angry at a bad starting hand only causes you to make further mistakes and lose the match entirely.
If you are stuck in a lower arena, it is because of your fundamental mechanics, not the random number generator.
