It really sucks when you die and lose a couple million souls. :P

YOU DIED
YOU DIED
YOU DIED

Get used to seeing it lol. "Git Gud" is what most people like to say when seeking help. Seriously, this is one of the more challenging game-series out there. Dark Souls III is no exception to that, but imo - DS3 is probably the easiest of the Dark Souls games... not so much because of the enemies, but because the responsiveness & controls are MUCH better for KB+mouse users than in the previous games. I don't have a ton of time on this Steam copy of the game as I've put most of my time on a different account, but I will tell you that the game (this one [DS3] in particular) is hard BUT phenomenal. Release was kind of dwarfed by The Witcher 3's hype (for good reason), as this game came out around the same time if I remember right - late 2015/early 2016. Amazing graphics for the time-period, and even better environment & scenery - when you're not focusing on the few tough "baddies" rushing you or the hordes you have to get through on your way to your next big boss fight lol. You also have to be careful for other players. It's good to get help at times for bosses or to get through certain areas, BUT you also run the risk of not-so-nice players raiding you. I'm able to handle myself - I'm not the best player out there, but I do pretty well. Half my deaths now are from doing stupid stuff, trying to get to certain areas or even places I shouldn't [be able to] and end up falling off cliffs, stairs, or ledges, etc. - gotta love those secrets lol. Seriously, some of the best (and coolest) bosses you will ever fight [in any game] are in this game & game series: Nameless King, The Abyss Watchers, Knight Artorias [of the Abyss] (DS1), S.K. Gael, Darkeater Midir, Soul of Cinder, etc. (just to name a few). If difficulty doesn't bother you, GET THIS GAME. You won't regret it!!!!! ;)

Tips: Try everything out on your own first. Take it slow and "Git Gud". Spend your first few attempts learning how your opponents move, how they time their attacks, when they cast certain spells, etc. Learn their weaknesses, learn how to dodge and/or parry well, and time your attacks in between theirs. PRACTICE moves & combinations. Spend your souls whenever you can (unless you're saving up for something super good). "Bash" chests before you open them unless you have a fondness for getting eaten by Mimics. ;) :P Watch your weight/carrying load as it effects your dodge speed/distance. Try out every kind of weapon you can to see what you are better with. Fist weapons are the most fun for me, but I also use Greatswords for the damage and longsword&shield for protection at times too. Bows are great for pulling certain types of enemies as well. Just use what you're comfortable with - don't just go with what somebody online tells you that you're a "n00b" for not using.

Recommended stat-points order:
Level Vigor to 18-20 at least before the rest
After that a LITTLE bit of Strength or Dex (whatever you prefer), followed by a bit of Vitality & Endurance. Adding Endurance will give you more stamina (caps @ 40) + equipment load. Having anything that increases stability & poise is a plus too as it reduces stagger. Other advice: keep your weight ratio under 70% (the lower the better); under 50% will increase invincibility length after a dodge and the lower you have it, the further you can dodge as well.

Though not my favorite game or RPG of all-time, this game is HIGHLY recommended! It definitely has some of THE best combat, the best PvP, and the best challenges of any medieval-style fantasy RPG's to present date.
"Git Gud" & Good Luck! ;)

It really sucks when you die and lose a couple million souls. :P YOU DIED YOU DIED YOU DIED Get used to seeing it lol. "Git Gud" is what most people like to say when seeking help. Seriously, this is one of the more challenging game-series out there. Dark Souls III is no exception to that, but imo - DS3 is probably the easiest of the Dark Souls games... not so much because of the enemies, but because the responsiveness & controls are MUCH better for KB+mouse users than in the previous games. I don't have a ton of time on this Steam copy of the game as I've put most of my time on a different account, but I will tell you that the game (this one [DS3] in particular) is hard BUT phenomenal. Release was kind of dwarfed by The Witcher 3's hype (for good reason), as this game came out around the same time if I remember right - late 2015/early 2016. Amazing graphics for the time-period, and even better environment & scenery - when you're not focusing on the few tough "baddies" rushing you or the hordes you have to get through on your way to your next big boss fight lol. You also have to be careful for other players. It's good to get help at times for bosses or to get through certain areas, BUT you also run the risk of not-so-nice players raiding you. I'm able to handle myself - I'm not the best player out there, but I do pretty well. Half my deaths now are from doing stupid stuff, trying to get to certain areas or even places I shouldn't [be able to] and end up falling off cliffs, stairs, or ledges, etc. - gotta love those secrets lol. Seriously, some of the best (and coolest) bosses you will ever fight [in any game] are in this game & game series: Nameless King, The Abyss Watchers, Knight Artorias [of the Abyss] (DS1), S.K. Gael, Darkeater Midir, Soul of Cinder, etc. (just to name a few). If difficulty doesn't bother you, GET THIS GAME. You won't regret it!!!!! ;) Tips: Try everything out on your own first. Take it slow and "Git Gud". Spend your first few attempts learning how your opponents move, how they time their attacks, when they cast certain spells, etc. Learn their weaknesses, learn how to dodge and/or parry well, and time your attacks in between theirs. PRACTICE moves & combinations. Spend your souls whenever you can (unless you're saving up for something super good). "Bash" chests before you open them unless you have a fondness for getting eaten by Mimics. ;) :P Watch your weight/carrying load as it effects your dodge speed/distance. Try out every kind of weapon you can to see what you are better with. Fist weapons are the most fun for me, but I also use Greatswords for the damage and longsword&shield for protection at times too. Bows are great for pulling certain types of enemies as well. Just use what you're comfortable with - don't just go with what somebody online tells you that you're a "n00b" for not using. Recommended stat-points order: Level Vigor to 18-20 at least before the rest After that a LITTLE bit of Strength or Dex (whatever you prefer), followed by a bit of Vitality & Endurance. Adding Endurance will give you more stamina (caps @ 40) + equipment load. Having anything that increases stability & poise is a plus too as it reduces stagger. Other advice: keep your weight ratio under 70% (the lower the better); under 50% will increase invincibility length after a dodge and the lower you have it, the further you can dodge as well. Though not my favorite game or RPG of all-time, this game is HIGHLY recommended! It definitely has some of THE best combat, the best PvP, and the best challenges of any medieval-style fantasy RPG's to present date. "Git Gud" & Good Luck! ;)