The presence of luck-based mechanics in a strategy game can be both a blessing and a massive frustration.
In the context of lane-pushing arena battlers, RNG is typically minimized compared to card games or auto-battlers.
Starting Hands and Card Rotation
The most prominent RNG element in card-based battlers is the initial four cards you are dealt at the start.
By ensuring a healthy mix of low-cost cycle cards, they guarantee they will always have some form of defense.
- Learn to adapt to bad RNG.
- Remove the guesswork from the mid-game.
- It adds excitement to the viewing experience.
The Unpredictable AI
Sometimes a unit will retarget unexpectedly due to a micro-movement by another troop, completely ruining your defensive setup.
Leaving a slight margin for error in your defensive placements is the best way to handle AI unpredictability.
| Game Style | Level of Luck |
|---|---|
| Auto-Chess | Skill comes from long-term statistical management |
| Standard Tower Rush | Highly skill-dependent after the first 30 seconds |
Embracing the Chaos
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.
