LogFAQs > #977186281

I don't hate them but I do appreciate it when a game doesn't have them.

i have some takes on it. i think if you have way fewer random encounters in a game that is just random encounters you have the opportunity to make each of them really matter, and actually pose a threat to the player. ideally, you don't force the player to grind on them either.

as just a rule, i think every individual room in a game with random encounters should give you enough average steps to consistently get through the room without a fight if you take the fastest path.

(and i think this type of setup basically lets you create step-count puzzles out of rooms without ever telling anyone)