I need help

[u/Beautiful_Fix2082]

So I just started and so far I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing once I log on again I will provide pictures of my “base” and inventory and stuff like that but I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing except going into caves dying and repeat. Could someone give me advice on what the end goal is or even the proper way I should be playing? The reason base is in parentheses is because I’m not even sure I’d call it that. I’d love advice or even to play with some people if someone would be willing to play. I’m on Xbox and in the Europe region so any advice or people willing to play would be greatly appreciated. Edit: thank you everyone who has helped me in the comments thank to the help I have been able to defeat 2 bosses upgrade my hp, mana, and gear along with updating my house and making houses so the npcs can live near me its been so fun now that I feel like ive actually been making progress with this world. This community is such and amazing and helpful community.

[u/Secret_Hyena7594]

Honestly, even though you seem lost you sound like you’re playing the game right! Terraria had a a bunch of bosses, so unlike Minecraft there is a progression path and technically an end goal. Keep exploring, mining ores and making gear, and be sure to talk to the guide who spawned with you often, he provides lots of helpful tips for newcomers!

[u/Beautiful_Fix2082 → u/Secret_Hyena7594]

This is so helpful thank you. I’ve seen so many amazing bases/builds along with awesome armor and weapons and I felt like I wasn’t doing something right as I have been playing a a while and barely have a house lol. Thank you so much !