Random Number Generation, or RNG, is a highly debated topic in almost every competitive video game genre.
However, it still exists in subtle ways that can completely alter the outcome of a very close match.
The Luck of the Draw
If your opponent rushes the bridge and all your cheap defensive counters are at the bottom of your deck, you lose the tower.
Once the initial hand is played, the rotation becomes fixed, and pure skill and memory take over.
- Never run a deck that is too heavy.
- Try to fix your rotation safely.
- Move on to the next match quickly.
Unit Targeting and Pathfinding
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-Chess | Skill comes from long-term statistical management |
| Standard Tower Rush | Highly skill-dependent after the first 30 seconds |
Accepting Randomness
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.
