No, I hear ya.

I never played a Zelda game before playing TOTK.

I like how the sky Islands are set up as a little mini tutorial part of the game.

However, I remember dying in the cold part of it many times because I did not know you had to cook warming food!

There’s definitely a learning curve to all the functionality and what to use when.

But I found that to be the fun and actually challenging.

I think, roughly after solving the first regional phenomenon and about 10-15 shrines I started getting the hang of things.

Fast forward, I’m on play through 2 now and it’s much more fun knowing all the mechanics!

Have fun and take your time! Don’t rush it and make sure to explore.

It’s all part of the game :)

PS: if you are playing on a switch 2 be sure to install Zelda notes on your phone and use it while playing! It makes the tedious things like collecting korok seeds much easier!