Baldur's Gate 3 and Sea of Stars handle combat in the same way

At first glance, RPGs could hardly be more different than "Sea of Stars" and "Baldur's Gate 3".

Larian Studios' extensive isometric masterpiece represents the pinnacle of Western design school in its most refined form, with dice rolling on the screen and the constant threat of overload.

They are excellent examples of what can be achieved with two completely different game design philosophies. However, when it comes to their combat...

In both Sea of Stars and Baldur's Gate 3, it never feels as if you are engaged in combat encounters that the developers haven't thoroughly thought through. Both games employ meticulous design choices, ensuring a seamless and immersive experience during battles.

Both games give me the feeling that the developers care about me, even when they send terrifying little creatures to challenge me. RPGs rarely feel this way.

But in Baldur's Gate 3, I see practically new enemies in every battle. Last night, after I arrived in the Shadow cursed lands, I fought...

Sea of Stars doesn't shake things up as often, but it consistently introduces new enemies with cool abilities until the end. Each enemy has different attacks.