>>13823038Yes they don't add much definition, but they're important in showing where to look. Especially for children. Think of a spotlight in a play or a concert. They show you where your attention should focus.
The circles make them pop, therefore their eyes always know to switch back to them. And they only need to worry about what's happening in the circles.
Notice how in the horde battles the field is lit up and the background is darkened? That's basically how they show you that you only need to focus there. In the spotlight.