Any mods to auto battles?

[Yapoopybutt]

I should have done my research before purchasing this game. I'm not very good at doing the battles and its kinda starting to get to me. Is there anyway to help or should I just refund? I really wanted to enjoy this game, but its hard when I cant figure out the fighting

[You Silly Humans]

I'm looking into "companions ai" on nexus right now, as ive been trying to find follower auto for battles

[cyb3rc001]

are you playing on Explorer difficulty?

[korac]

It would be a real shame to refund and miss out on a great gaming experience just because this particular style of game is new & a little confusing for that reason.

My suggestion would instead be to simply put it on hold and try something similar - and simpler - first, such as a previous Larian offering which in my view is a great introduction to this whole genre but is much easier for a newcomer to grasp:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/435150/Divinity_Original_Sin_2__Definitive_Edition/

[★REM★]

Ai companions (if it got updated) makes so that your companions are AI controlled. You can even set your own main character to be used by AI in combat.

[Nicatlon]

Yes, I'd suggest explorer mode. If you already do that and still struggle a lot, here are some general tips:
# Don't rush combat. Seriously, take your time. Read all the icons in your action bar, what they do and if they use an action, bonus action, spell slot, etc. These are limited resources you need to manage somewhat carefully. Examine enemies by right clicking their portrait and look at resistances, vulnerabilities and special gimmicks. Look at the environment for high ground, cover, choke points etc.
# Pick an easy class. A Fighter can use any weapon and armor you find and you don't have to worry about spells. Barbarians and Rangers are also pretty straight forward. You can always respec once you're more comfortable with systems like magic.
# Don't hoard consumables, use them. The game throws a lot of potions, elixirs and scrolls your way and you can buy or craft even more. They can turn the tides of combat and scrolls are great to test out spells because anyone can use them, even non magic characters.

Lastly, I'm not aware of any auto battle mods but who knows what modders will come up with?

[Worlord]

The hardest thing I had to learn was not to panic in a fight. You don't need to act right away; you can take your time. Eat dinner. But when you do react, it has to be the right action.

[Mike Garrison]

Not everybody likes turn-based games.

That being said, are you playing on "explorer mode"? That will make the combat easier if you just want to experience the story.

It's hard for anyone to help you if you just say "I'm not very good at doing the battles", because we don't know what is causing the problems.

In general, though, the battles are like chess. Play offense and try to remove the other pieces from the board (kill the enemies).

[Mike Garrison]

Originally posted by korac:

My suggestion would instead be to simply put it on hold and try something similar - and simpler - first, such as a previous Larian offering which in my view is a great introduction to this whole genre but is much easier for a newcomer to grasp

I personally found D:OS2 to be harder to grasp than BG3, but I was familiar with how D&D works. The combat system in D:OS2 is different enough from BG3 that the two games are not very good introductions to each other. IMO.

[Sevrojin]

my word if you cant handle this games combat system play something else. or play on explorer and if your still struggling on explorer then really you should quit and go play hello kitty or something

[Nicatlon]

Originally posted by Mike Garrison:

Originally posted by korac:

My suggestion would instead be to simply put it on hold and try something similar - and simpler - first, such as a previous Larian offering which in my view is a great introduction to this whole genre but is much easier for a newcomer to grasp

I personally found D:OS2 to be harder to grasp than BG3, but I was familiar with how D&D works. The combat system in D:OS2 is different enough from BG3 that the two games are not very good introductions to each other. IMO.

Yes, same for me. But to be fair, bg3 doesn't do a great job with its tutorials if you have never played d&d and/or turn-based games.

[WumboShumbo]

are you even playing the game whats the point

[seeker1]

Originally posted by Mike Garrison:

I personally found D:OS2 to be harder to grasp than BG3, but I was familiar with how D&D works. The combat system in D:OS2 is different enough from BG3 that the two games are not very good introductions to each other. IMO.

I never played D:OS2, but I know it's all based around Larian's (total) homebrew system, not D & D or any other TTRPG.

The thing about BG3 being D & D based is people can bring some familiarity to the game if they have played it before (it even can help you if all you know is Pathfinder, there's quite a bit of similarity); AND yes, besides the WIki, there's plenty of online info about stuff in the game even if you don't want to plunk down $30 for various sourcebooks at a local hobby shop.

[Jeroenkoerts]

I uses Gabesmod via ingame mods its can set AI for you companions but beware most times they do wierd things

[Awaken]

Just get a refund, its obvious that the game is not for you.

[korac]

Originally posted by Mike Garrison:

Originally posted by korac:

My suggestion would instead be to simply put it on hold and try something similar - and simpler - first, such as a previous Larian offering which in my view is a great introduction to this whole genre but is much easier for a newcomer to grasp

I personally found D:OS2 to be harder to grasp than BG3, but I was familiar with how D&D works. The combat system in D:OS2 is different enough from BG3 that the two games are not very good introductions to each other. IMO.

Yep, I can appreciate that, coming from a D&D background as you are.

While I may have misunderstood what the OP meant, I got the distinct impression that his unfamiliarity with a turn-based system was most likely the root of his problem. I could identify with that as D:OS 2 was my first such game (thrown in at the deep end to join with friends) and although awkward at first I soon got into the swing of things.

Here I am now, on my first playthru of BG3 Act 1 (with those same friends), and I'm finding the learning process harder than I found D:OS 2 to be back in the day (hence my recommendation to OP), mostly due I think to a total unfamiliarity with D&D rules.

If the OP (or any other fellow newbie for that matter) is similarly unfamiliar with D&D, I think D:0S 2 is a considerably better starting point as an introduction to turn-based gaming. Especially if you don't have anyone to hold your hand and help guide you through the early stages.