As far as spacing out companions, I do get why Larian would want to get all the companions introduced quickly. The later you introduce a companion, the less time the player has to get invested in them. Plus as far as storytelling goes, it makes sense to introduce all the main cast of characters early. I'd say that Larian could still space companions out more, but having them be introduced within the first third feels like the right call.
You're absolutely right. I just wish we wouldn't get all of them (that we've been introduced to so far) within half a kilometer of the crash site.
