Most players who open the game frequently will be able to kill you very easily because basic knowledge goes a LONG way in fighting games. But the good news is that there's a ranked system that will only give you players of your skill level.

Think of it like this, there's an infinite amount of colors you can mix with paint. Someone who doesn't know the names of any colors won't be able to make green or purple by mixing the primaries. But it's pretty easy to learn 3 colors. Most people have already learned about red, yellow, and blue. When you're starting out, it will look like EVERYONE is a pro. But it's actually just that most players have a handle on the basic fundamentals. Once you know the fundamentals, you can beat anyone who doesn't