Companion combat AI was mixed: some found companions self-sufficient or improved by patches, while others called them weak or unnecessary in fights.
Pros: combat system, narrative quality
Cons: difficulty balance, enemy variety
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Companion AI drew negative comments for reckless combat behavior and frequent deaths.
Pros: combat system, progression system
Cons: pacing, AI behavior
Companions are divisive. Some reviewers enjoy their stories and usefulness, while others complain about chatty behavior, getting stuck, or interrupting the flow.
Pros: fun factor, combat system
Cons: bug frequency, narrative quality
Squadmates can be useful, but inconsistent revives, pathing, and occasional obstruction are recurring frustrations in solo play. Human co-op largely sidesteps the problem.
Pros: combat system, graphics quality
Cons: exploration quality, mission design