 Like other Dungeons & Dragons games , the player character in Mask of the Betrayer generally relies on combat to progress throughout the game . The hero has different options in combat depending on their choice of class and abilities , including melee or ranged physical attacks and spells . The player character also has the opportunity to solve puzzles occasionally , such as breaking a contract with a devil by searching for loopholes . Certain actions , such as defeating enemies , result in the player character being awarded with experience points which are used to gain levels and become more powerful . Throughout the adventure , the player character is able to recruit followers and create a party . Each follower has their own agenda , and the hero may alienate followers with their actions if they disagree on a course of action . 
