Since the companion configuration in DA:I is not as in-depth as it was in the previous parts of the series I feel very uncomfortable when only controlling my own character.
In the behavior screen I can only enable or disable their "automatic" behavior and set thresholds for mana/stamina, potions, etc.
Will my characters use the best utility skills based on the current situation? I.e. will a mage do an AOE attack when multiple enemies are standing close to each other? Or is the AI not that good? If an enemy has an elemental weakness will a mage use specific spells (if equipped) particularly suiting that weakness?
Best Answer
From personal experience as a rogue and a mage my companions were very capable and always had my back. I didn't feel like I had to run in an kill everything for them. I've never felt the need to switch to my companions because they're not doing well on they're own. Example: I had Dorian in my party a lot and if we were getting surrounded almost always he used an AOE attack to set most of them on fire. Worked quite well.