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.
Initial Deck Shuffling
The most prominent RNG element in card-based battlers is the initial four cards you are dealt at the start.
Once the initial hand is played, the rotation becomes fixed, and pure skill and memory take over.
- Learn to adapt to bad RNG.
- Remove the guesswork from the mid-game.
- Some RNG is healthy for the game.
The Unpredictable AI
Another subtle layer of RNG comes from the slight inconsistencies in how the game’s AI handles pathfinding.
Relying on a unit’s aggro range down to the exact pixel is risky because tiny bumps can alter their trajectory.
| Battler Category | Randomness Impact |
|---|---|
| Auto-Chess | Extremely High – Relies entirely on shop rolls and item drops |
| Standard Tower Rush | Very Low – Only the starting hand is randomized |
The Mental Game
The best competitors accept the chaos, focus on what they can control, and outplay the opponent regardless.
Over the course of a thousand games, the luck factor completely evens out for everyone.