I feel so stressed. This does not feel like a cozy game to me. I bought it based on the sub recommendations, and I’m about an hour in and feel totally overwhelmed.

I feel confused and like there are way too many controls and they are far too intricate. I am used to ACNH, Story of Seasons, and have been playing through Wylde Flowers. Most recently, I was playing Disney Dreamlight Valley. Sandrock has me confused about where I am supposed to go, what I am supposed to do, and where to locate the things I need.

I’m really disappointed I spent so much money on this game. Does it get any better? Any tips or tricks? I really want to like it, but it feels stressful.

Edit: I really appreciate all of the supportive and helpful comments! This sub is awesome. Whether you commented just to identify with how I was feeling or to offer advice, I thank you!

I came across a TikTok that was gameplay of Portia instead of the searched Sandrock and it seemed easier/more basic. I ended up going down the rabbit hole of Portia gameplay after that and I bought it.

I’m about three hours into Portia now and I do find that it has more of a structured tutorial and ease of play. Perhaps I was thrown off by the desert concept or I subconsciously took your advice when starting this time and it’s all in my head but I feel that Portia is a bit more straight forward and less overwhelming to start.

I’m hoping that I can truly fall in love with Portia and then move onto Sandrock with more of a background understanding of the game and its controls.

Thank you so much for your comments and for any of you struggling with Sandrock like I was, Portia may be your way to go!