Players are urging Larian Studios not to rely on community feedback when developing companions in the new game series. After the changes in Baldur's Gate III, when player feedback influenced the characters, fans hope that the studio will maintain originality in the next project.
User u/MisterInfinite1 wrote:
Larian, for the love of the seven gods, if a cool black companion appears in early access, don't listen to the community. If you do, my life will be yours.
This refers to Wyll, whose arc in early access was much more interesting than later, when he was made one of the least memorable companions.
In the original version, Wyll had complex motives: his hatred of goblins and personal tragedy made the character multifaceted. In the final version, he was reworked, made more "positive" and "refined." User u/PleaseBeChillOnline emphasized:
Feedback is good for gameplay, but harmful to the story. Maintain the integrity of the story.
Fan opinions are divided: some believe Wyll's rework is justified for balance, others believe that the studio has excessively softened the character, making him bland.
