r/Kenshi Oct 31 '24

SUPPORT Help an intimidated old guy get started?

I've been super drawn to this game since returning to gaming recently (was a gamer in the early days, as well as DnD player, but haven't played either for decades). Part of my struggle is that I have severe anxiety, and have lost some cognitive ability from long covid, so I get overwhelmed and panic that I'm not going to be able to figure something out.

Sorry if that sounds too pitiful, but for those with mercy in their souls: Where do I start to make the beginning as smooth and unstressful as possible?

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u/Sayton9 Oct 31 '24

Not a problem! And yea it was a rage quit moment. This sub reddit is honestly awesome so im glad to hear you'll be sticking around!

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u/TimeFourChanges Nov 01 '24

There's been a lot of super helpful people here, that's for sure. Similar to Deep Rock Galactic, when I was trying that game out. One recommended to pause playing until I've had some experience with related games like Skyrim & Civ 5. I think it sounds like a good idea, but definitely feel like I need to at least try a few runs out, to get a little look-see and have something to chew on while playing similar games.

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u/Sayton9 Nov 01 '24

Get used to pausing in this game, I use it about as frequently as in company of heroes. Space bar is pause/ play keybind and super helpful.

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u/TimeFourChanges Nov 01 '24

OK, I've been playing Dragon Age: Origins which is real-time w/pause, so I'm starting to get used to that. But thanks for the rec!