[2022] Companion NPC?

Originally posted by Amins: I will say that I haven't followed any of the development for this, but I would guess that decent AI for companion NPCs would be something a little out of the scope of this game's engine. I don't even know if that's something they would be planning.

This. The closest thing to a companion NPC that travels around with us is likely going to be the robotic drone which is already in the game.

Originally posted by Slayer Slayerson: I havent played 7days in a few years, does the drone help in direct combat in any way?

No. It's specifically a non-combatant that provides non combat benefits depending on what mods you equip it with. It can apply medical supplies to you, offer a light source, have a fairly sizable inventory to stow loot in, and a couple other things.