The release of developer Fool's Theory's new CRPG, The Thaumaturge, continues the modern-day CRPG renaissance courtesy of its expertly crafted narrative and engaging systems and mechanics. Ahead of The Thaumaturge's release, much of the conversation surrounding the game was focused on the game's developer, with Fool's Theory currently hard at work on the highly-anticipated remake of The Witcher and having just completed some work assisting Larian with development on Baldur's Gate 3. Somewhat unsurprisingly, The Thaumaturge shares a good deal in common with Baldur's Gate 3, but the combat systems in each game are one area where the two titles clearly differentiate.