Install Garry's Mod: Purchase and download Garry's Mod on Steam.
Familiarize Yourself with Controls: Take some time to learn the basic controls, such as movement, jumping, and interacting with objects.

Start with Sandbox Mode: Sandbox mode is a great place for beginners to experiment and learn the game mechanics. You have access to unlimited resources and can spawn props, build structures, and play around with the game's tools.
Use the Toolgun: The Toolgun is your primary tool for manipulating objects. Experiment with its different options, such as rotating, freezing, and welding objects together.

Singleplayer: Besides the sandbox mode, there are other single-player game modes like puzzles, challenges, and story-driven experiences. Explore these modes to test your skills and enjoy different gameplay styles.
Multiplayer: GMod offers a wide range of multiplayer game modes. Join servers and interact with other players, whether it's building together, engaging in roleplaying, or competing in various game modes like Trouble in Terrorist Town or Prop Hunt.

But! You can also create your own little gamemodes via addons which I will be talking about in a bit;
There are many gamemodes and ways you can play, from adventures, to horror, tactical realism, regular realism, creating your own city, playing horror maps, making horror dupes, pvp/pve, homemade roleplay and many more... the only limitations is your miind

Workshop: GMod has a vast library of add-ons and mods available on the Steam Workshop. Explore the Workshop to find new props, maps, game modes, and other content created by the community. Subscribe to items you like to have them automatically downloaded and installed in-game.
Customizing Your Experience: You can customize GMod by installing player models, weapons, and other modifications. Be sure to follow installation instructions and check compatibility with the current version of GMod.

The amount of addons GMOD has to offer is insane, you can find absolutely anything you want, think of whatever you want and search for it, you'll be surprised.



There are, of course, filters & tags so you can narrow down what you're looking for:

Engage with Other Players: GMod has an active community of players. Join forums, Discord servers, or other social platforms to connect with fellow enthusiasts, seek advice, and participate in events.
Watch Tutorials and Guides: Many experienced players and content creators have made tutorials and guides on various aspects of GMod. Watching these videos can help you learn advanced techniques, tips, and tricks.

Let Your Creativity Flow: Garry's Mod is a platform for creativity and experimentation. Build contraptions, design elaborate scenes, and create your own stories within the game.
Embrace Challenges: Don't be afraid to push your limits and try new things. Over time, you'll develop new skills and discover the depth of possibilities in GMod.

I want to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for taking the time to read my guide. Your attention and engagement mean the world to me, and I am truly honored. Your willingness to invest your time and trust in my words is incredibly humbling, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share my knowledge and insights with you. Thank you brothers hehe >:)