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The Role of RNG in Competitive Tower Rush Mechanics

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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.
Initial Deck Shuffling
The most prominent RNG element in card-based battlers is the initial four cards you are dealt at the start.

Professional players build their decks specifically to minimize the chances of a truly unplayable starting hand.
Flexibility is a skill.Know what they are holding.It adds excitement to the viewing experience. Troop Movement Quirks
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.
Game StyleRandomness ImpactAuto-BattlersLuck is the primary factor in individual matchesStandard Tower RushHighly skill-dependent after the first 30 seconds Embracing the Chaos
The most important skill regarding RNG is learning how to control your emotions when luck inevitably turns against you.

Over the course of a thousand games, the luck factor completely evens out for everyone.