Soulmask can be a little overwhelming at first, especially for anyone unfamiliar with survival games like this or something like Conan: Exiles. But don't worry: here I'll walk you through some of those very early steps to get you started in the right direction.

So, right from the start you’re greeted with some pretty tricky UI layouts and a bunch of instructions on what to do. Luckily, it’s not as complicated as it may seem at first, so let’s break down some of the key elements you’ll need to understand to get started properly.

First and most importantly, you need to gather some resources. In the beginning, there are only three things you need to worry about, because these will help you craft your starting gear. You want to pay attention to the following things, which are indicated and labeled in the image below.

To collect these, simply look at them and press 'E' to interact. Rocks and branches are self-explanatory, and plants will give you straw and vines. Take the time to collect stacks of these before moving on, as you'll always need them, and it'll save you a bit of a headache later.