In Baldur's Gate 3, you are limited to a four-person party unless you use mods. With only four people, you will often be outnumbered by enemies, leaving you to rely on superior tactics to win the day. One tactic that works really well is to summon reinforcements.
Baldur's Gate 3: 10 Best Summons Ranked
Baldur's Gate 3 isn't shy about throwing lots of enemies at your party. If you're in a fight and need more troops, just summon stronger help!