Graphics are down to tastes i guess. The minecraft-y style never bothered me personally. If you can get over it you'll sometimes find yourself awestruck by how beautiful this game can look (not to mention sound).

even if it's not explained step by step, the crafting/building system is as basic and intuitive as it can get. Press Tab, craft a hammer, equip it, press mouse right and dig in.

if it's too dark you can build a torch anywhere with 1 wood and 1 resin. Also press tab. You can also build standing fires for your base.


All that said, i promise this game more than deserves another attempt by you.