: Focus on upgrading long-term modules one at a time rather than many halfway. Conservation of high-value materials like energy activators is key until you settle on a main character.

: Radically simplify your routine. Stick to a "bare bones" hygiene schedule—changing clothes and brushing teeth—to prevent feeling overwhelmed by everyday tasks.

: In tactical or shooter games on hard, prioritize high-damage threats first (e.g., enemies with grenades or area-of-effect attacks) and utilize defensive abilities to mitigate the lack of a dodge mechanic. Navigating "Hard Times" in Life