it will take a while to get the hang of this game.

every window and tool-tip are important in some way.  it just takes some getting used to.

Imagine playing Rome-Total War without knowing Rome ever existed.  The learning of the mechanics is like an RPG all in itself.  You'll enjoy it.

I've been playing for 3 years.  Check out the forum for hints and tricks.

+1 - that's how I learned. It's "Das24680", BTW - he's done at least 3 let's play walkthroughs, the earlier ones are a little more tutorial-ish, all are great.