Terraria – First Steps

First Steps Guide

Note: Credit goes to GYO

Step 1: Create a Character

When you start Terraria, you will need to create a character. This character will be your avatar in the game world, and you can customize their appearance and name. You can choose to play as a male or female character, and there are different skin tones and hair styles to choose from.

Step 2: Start a New Game

After creating your character, you will be taken to the main menu. Here, you can choose to start a new game or join a multiplayer server. For now, let’s start a new game. Click on “Single Player” and then “New”.

Step 3: Generate a World

Next, you’ll need to generate a world to play in. You can choose the world size (small, medium, or large) and the difficulty (softcore, mediumcore, or hardcore). The world will be randomly generated, so each playthrough will be different.

Step 4: Explore and Gather Resources

Once you’ve generated your world, it’s time to start exploring! Use the arrow keys to move your character and the space bar to jump. You can also use the mouse to interact with objects and attack enemies.

As you explore, you’ll find different resources like wood, stone, and ores. Use your pickaxe and axe to gather these resources. You can then use them to craft items like weapons, armor, and tools.

Step 5: Build a Base

As you gather resources, you’ll want to start building a base. This will be your home in the game world, and you’ll want to make it as safe as possible. Use your resources to build walls, doors, and furniture. You can also place torches to light up your base at night.

Step 6: Fight Enemies

As you explore the world, you’ll encounter different enemies like zombies, slimes, and demons. Use your weapons to fight them off. You can also craft traps to help defend your base.

Step 7: Progress Through the Game

As you continue to explore and gather resources, you’ll unlock new crafting recipes and items. You’ll also encounter bosses and other challenges that will test your skills. Keep exploring and fighting, and eventually you’ll be able to progress through the game’s different stages.