Companion meeting locations/time - 14/04/21 09:28 AM
In Baldur's Gate 1 we meet companions slowly, scattered throughout the game. In the very beginning (Candlekeep) we're all alone, learning the basics of managing a single character. Afterwards we meet Imoen, having a party of 2. Only after arriving in the friendly arm inn, we meet Khalid and Jaheira (Or the evil Montaron & Xzar on the road). Even then, we are only at 4 of 6 party members.
In DOS2 & BG3 new companions are introduced very quickly, giving players less time to react to them. In my case, I was actually a bit unnerved when Gale jumped out of nowhere - I had already Shadowheart and Astarion joining up in quick succession.
In my humble opinion, it might be advantageous to spread meeting new characters a little throughout the first or even later acts.
In DOS2 & BG3 new companions are introduced very quickly, giving players less time to react to them. In my case, I was actually a bit unnerved when Gale jumped out of nowhere - I had already Shadowheart and Astarion joining up in quick succession.
In my humble opinion, it might be advantageous to spread meeting new characters a little throughout the first or even later acts.