Best 2026 Video Games for companion AI

#1

Follower pathing and companion behavior were praised as reliable, with Pokémon keeping up and functioning smoothly.

#2

Koo is more than a passive sidekick: he attacks independently, supports exploration, and provides tactical abilities fueled by Emma’s parries. His behavior usually feels useful and naturally integrated rather than...

#3

AI partners generally hold up well in doubles. The few reviewers who focused on teammate behavior found them capable and, in one case, surprisingly smart.

#4

Reviewers consistently praise companion AI, describing it as a strong part of the experience that complements the demanding climb.

#5

Diana’s companion role is highly valued because her hacking is mechanically essential and strengthens the central duo dynamic.

#6

Key was often a highlight, praised as a strong companion and useful investigation tool, though one reviewer felt her hints could become a crutch.

#7

Companion AI was consistently strong, with partners praised for healing, aggro control, strategic value, and feeling like real teammates.

#8

Companion behavior was praised for coordinated attacks, Jean Grey support, and Sabretooth’s rivalry-driven behavior.

#9

Auto-battle is notably competent at handling routine encounters and can even carry tougher fights. That intelligence is convenient, but it also contributes to the sense that the game can play...

#10

Reviewer evidence is positive: companion AI was generally praised, though some notes were more qualified across 1 review(s).

#11

Partners are a powerful safety net: they draw aggro, deal damage, revive the player, and can be assimilated for buffs. A few reviewers report pathing, blocking, or inconsistent attack behavior...

#12

Companion AI is serviceable to good rather than universally reliable. Some players appreciate its autonomy, while others dislike allies choosing poor attacks or failing to heal at key moments.

#13

Companion AI is mostly competent, reliable, and helpful, but several reviewers noted pathfinding problems, disappearing partners, or mixed solo behavior.

#14

Party automation is inconsistent: some players found allies sensible about healing and skill use, while others saw companions lag behind, pick bad targets, or fail to attack.

#15

Mayu can reinforce the sisters’ bond without making escort sections unbearable, yet she is often too passive or becomes a liability during fights.

#16

Deimos can add excitement when he joins fights, but his actual AI contribution is inconsistent and sometimes breaks entirely, leaving him passive or stuck.

#17

Companion AI has a notable concern: Gordon could appear far away during a puzzle, making it harder to reconnect with him.

#18

Companion AI received a negative note where summonable allies were said to be ignored by bosses.

#19

Followers are useful in fights and can add personality, but their pathfinding and positioning are frequent frustrations. They get stuck, block routes, or behave awkwardly often enough to be a...

#20

Bots can handle basic combat and sometimes perform respectably, but the recurring complaint is that they struggle with objectives, driving, interactions, and harder difficulties, making solo play noticeably weaker.

#21

Battle buddies add Magichange utility, but players cannot directly control or heal them, and the redesigned familiar progression drew criticism.

#22

AI allies are limited and unreliable when difficulty rises, making real teammates much more useful.

#23

Companion AI is a weak spot, with basic behavior and unreliable healing leaving the player to handle much of the important decision-making.

#24

Companions are divisive. Some reviewers enjoy their stories and usefulness, while others complain about chatty behavior, getting stuck, or interrupting the flow.