Fatebound - Approval Rating Reforged
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Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #569 of 597 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
If you like my work and would like to support me, it would mean a lot.
Main features
Fatebound operates through 3 core mechanics.
1) Individual Bonds
Companions grow stronger the more they approve of their Leader (the main character / avatar).
Amicable / Medium approval (21~40)
+1 to a Skill.
Trusting / High approval (41~60)
+2 to a Skill
+1 to a damage type.
Devoted / Very High approval (61~80)
+3 to a Skill
+2 to a damage type
+1 to combat stat
Fatebound / Exceptional approval (81+)
+3 to a Skill
+2 to a damage type
+1 to combat stat
Fatebound Perk
Fatebound Perks are twice as powerful with a romanced partner.
All individual perks are shared with the Leader.
2) Shared Bonds
Companion perks from Individual Bonds are shared to other companions with a similar or higher approval, up to one tier below the current perk tier.
Amicable
Gain no other companion's perk.
Trusting
Gain the Medium perks from other Trusting companions or higher approval.
Devoted
Gain the [color=
Fatebound - Approval Rating Reforged is a gameplay mod by Siael that enhances companion approval ratings by adding unique buffs, making them more impactful. With 96 endorsements and 3,588 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated addition for players seeking deeper companion mechanics.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 96 endorsements and 3.5k downloads
- Unique concept that makes approval ratings actually matter
- Lightweight addition that doesn't overhaul the whole game
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated July 2026 — may not be compatible with future patches
- Small mod, so expect limited scope and potential bugs
For players who want companion approval to have tangible gameplay effects beyond dialogue. If you're tired of approval being just a number, this mod adds buffs that make it worth managing. Skip if you prefer minimal changes or want a full overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's page for any required dependencies before installing.
- Since it's a gameplay mod, test it in a save where you have companions to see the buffs in action.
- If you use other companion mods, verify compatibility to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- Siael
- Version
- 1.4
- Downloads
- 3,588
- Endorsements
- 96
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 4/21/2026
- Updated
- 7/20/2026
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