So reading through your post...
First I get the impression that either you do not often play RPGs or just do not like them. A lot of your criticisms are around RPG related elements of the game.
You referenced that in other games the companions are optional, they are in BG3 as well. You do not need to complete ANY companions quest lines to finish the game. In fact you do not need to use any of the companions at all. In solo play there is a work around to make a full custom party, or play coop with friends.
At the end of the day it sounds to me like BG3 is just not for you, that is okay, no game appeals to everyone. This does not make a game bad, just makes it something you are not enjoying.
As for the title of the post, I have always been an advocate of a philosophy known as the "Patient Gamer". I wait to buy games until they go on sale with full DLCs and expansions. However BG3 was gifted to me so I got it in EA. This is a game that I gladly would pay full price for and have 5 times now because I have bought it as gifts for family and friends.
Again this sounds like BG3 is just not a game you will enjoy. That is okay, go forth and find a game you enjoy...
Last edited by Zentu; 06/10/23 08:55 PM.
