DRY RUN vs LIVE Mode
ANGO DUNGEON offers two trading modes: DRY RUN (paper trading) and LIVE (real trading).
Overview
| Feature | DRY RUN | LIVE |
|---|---|---|
| Real Money | No | Yes |
| Real Orders | No (simulated) | Yes |
| Market Data | Real | Real |
| Risk | None | Full |
| EXP Earning | Yes | Yes |
| API Required | Yes | Yes |
DRY RUN Mode
What is DRY RUN?
DRY RUN mode simulates trading without executing real orders. The bot:
- Uses real market data and prices
- Simulates order execution
- Tracks virtual profit/loss
- Behaves like live trading
Benefits of DRY RUN
No real money at stake. Learn without financial consequences.
Test weapons in real market conditions without risk.
Understand how ANGO DUNGEON works before going live.
Gain experience and trust in your strategies.
DRY RUN Limitations
DRY RUN doesn't account for:
- Slippage: Real orders may fill at different prices
- Liquidity: Large orders move the market
- Emotions: Real money trading feels different
Setting Up DRY RUN
- Create a new trading account
- Select DRY RUN as the mode
- Connect your exchange API (still required for market data)
- Start trading!
LIVE Mode
What is LIVE?
LIVE mode executes real trades on your exchange with real money.
Requirements for LIVE
Successfully run strategies in DRY RUN first
Have funds deposited on your exchange
API keys with trading permissions
Backtested and DRY RUN tested weapon
LIVE Trading Considerations
Real money is at risk. Only trade what you can afford to lose.
Before going LIVE:
- Test extensively in DRY RUN
- Start small with minimal stake amounts
- Monitor closely at first
- Have an exit plan for different scenarios
LIVE Performance Differences
Expect some differences between DRY RUN and LIVE:
- Slippage: Orders may fill at slightly different prices
- Fees: Real fees reduce profits
- Timing: Network latency affects execution
- Psychology: Emotions affect decision-making
Comparing Performance
Run both modes simultaneously to compare:
- Create a DRY RUN account
- Create a LIVE account
- Use the same weapon on both
- Compare results over time
Differences help you understand real-world execution impact.
Switching Modes
To change an account's mode:
- Exit any active dungeon
- Create a new account with the desired mode
- You cannot change an existing account's mode
Trading mode is set at account creation and cannot be changed later.
Recommendations
For Beginners
- Start with DRY RUN only
- Test multiple strategies
- Run for at least 2-4 weeks
- Only go LIVE after consistent results
For Experienced Traders
- Keep a DRY RUN account for testing
- Use LIVE for proven strategies
- Compare performance regularly
- Test new weapons in DRY RUN first
Portfolio Approach
User Account
├── DRY RUN Account (Testing new strategies)
├── LIVE Account 1 (Conservative strategy)
└── LIVE Account 2 (Aggressive strategy)Separate accounts let you:
- Test without risk
- Run different strategies
- Compare performance
- Manage risk appropriately