It looks like companions will have some really important functions?despite being entirely optional?in Obsidian Entertainment?s upcoming sci-fi RPG, The Outer Worlds. In a gameplay video released by PlayStation, more details about the game?s companion system were revealed, including some of the ways that companions can aid the player throughout their journey in the game.
Companions will provide combat support in difficult situations and their skills can boost the player?s own skills. They can even add to player?s scores within conversations, helping to unlock various conversation options that might not otherwise be available. Maybe you?re not all that great at deception. Bringing along certain companions can help you still have those options in conversation, and the video showed off some alternate conversation that happens based on having a companion with you.
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