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The Role of RNG in Competitive Tower Rush Mechanics

Alexis Ludwig edited this page 2026-07-11 14:59:34 +02:00

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.

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.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.

Relying on a unit's aggro range down to the exact pixel is risky because tiny bumps can alter their trajectory.
Battler CategoryRNG DependencyAuto-ChessLuck 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.