Party (role-playing games)

[2][3] In computer games, the relationship between the party and the players varies considerably.

Online role-playing games parties often comprise player-controlled characters, as in tabletop games,[2][3] except that the non-player allies are always controlled to a lesser or greater extent by the computer AI.

[1] In single-player computer games, the player generally controls all party members to a varying degree.

[1][4] Resource management is a crucial part of role-playing games, and any player-controlled character, whether they can participate in combat or not, are always useful if they have the ability to carry heavy or bulky items.

[1][3] Usually, however, and exclusively in tabletop and single-player games, party members are valued for their tactical or story potential.