Players constantly argue over whether randomness adds exciting unpredictability or ruins the integrity of esports.
In the context of lane-pushing arena battlers, RNG is typically minimized compared to card games or auto-battlers.
Starting Hands and Card Rotation
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.
- Try to fix your rotation safely.
- Accept that sometimes you will lose to a lucky start.
The Unpredictable AI
Another subtle layer of RNG comes from the slight inconsistencies in how the game’s AI handles pathfinding.
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 | Extremely High – Relies entirely on shop rolls and item drops |
| Standard Tower Rush | Matches are decided by placement, timing, and resource tracking |
Embracing the Chaos
Getting angry at a bad starting hand only causes you to make further mistakes and lose the match entirely.
Over the course of a thousand games, the luck factor completely evens out for everyone.
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