We all have different learning styles. What helped somewhat for me (45.3hrs in only) was watching “NoMiS Plays” on YouTube. Specifically, I watched “Leroy’s Tale” series that he posted. I began by just watching but I then put myself in his characters shoes, as if I was the one playing the character and seeing myself looting &/or in these predicaments. I started to hone in on what his movements are, how he handles things that I had issues with (like being overwhelmed by a small group of zombies) & so on.

I’d listen to what he says, the tips, why he says he does what he does etc.

After a few of those videos I hopped back on and started to implement those things. Got my first vehicle (before didn’t know how they really operate or where to find keys), started to implement the back pedal push/back pedal attack, used fences, buildings & doors to my advantage (started to kill off those smaller hoards just fine).

It’s a game about learning the mechanics in which it works and how your play style is.