> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://onessus.gitbook.io/hodlgod/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://onessus.gitbook.io/hodlgod/master/how-to-get-started.md).

# How To Get Started

This guide will provide you with the basics for getting started enjoying the Onessus and HodlGod ecosystem.

#### Downloading and Starting the Game

HodlGod can be easily downloaded [here](https://hodlgod.com/). Once downloaded, simply open the patcher and it will download the latest version. You can then create your account directly on the game and start playing immediately.

#### Opening your WAX Wallet and Linking it to the Game

HodlGod is free to play and does not require you to have a WAX Wallet to play. But if you want to be earn some NFTs and some VOID, you will need to [create](/hodlgod/play-to-earn/wax-wallet.md) a WAX Wallet and [link it](/hodlgod/play-to-earn/wax-wallet.md) to the game. This will allow you to benefit from the [Play-To-Earn](/hodlgod/play-to-earn/how-to-earn.md) aspects of HodlGod.

#### Understanding your Game Controls

Hodlgod is played with your [swords](/hodlgod/game/gameplay.md), your [bow](/hodlgod/game/gameplay.md), and your [spells](/hodlgod/game/spells.md). Make sure you read our [Gameplay](/hodlgod/game/gameplay.md) section or [watch our tutorial](https://youtu.be/RUn3bMIPoSI) to learn how to get the maximum out of what the game has to offer.

#### What can you Earn in HodlGod ?

HodlGod is a Play-To-Earn game. That means that you can earn simply by playing. To earn, you will need to [link your WAX Wallet](/hodlgod/play-to-earn/wax-wallet.md) to the game, pick up the [in-game drops](/hodlgod/play-to-earn/how-to-earn/nft-drops.md) and win your way through the game, as in each game, the winner takes all. You can also equip [badges](/hodlgod/play-to-earn/how-to-earn/badges.md) that will grant you [extra rewards](/hodlgod/play-to-earn/how-to-earn/badges/bonuses.md) every time you pick up one of the [drops](/hodlgod/play-to-earn/how-to-earn/nft-drops.md).

{% hint style="warning" %}
HodlGod doesn't require you to have CPU/RAM/NET but the transactions that you will be doing might require you to stake some to your wallet on [bloks.io](https://bloks.io) (ie. receiving rewards, buying packs)
{% endhint %}