Gamerfreak, DON'T GIVE UP!!!!! I did the same thing until I got the hang of it. Don't follow the "help" instructions that prompt you to buy certain things first....you make your own decisions about what to purchase. Once you start making money and are able to breed exotic fish, you'll LOVE this game!!!!!!! I just spent the past few months playing it almost exclusively. I found all the magic fish, but I haven't stopped the game. I just keep selling them and breeding new ones. It is a beautiful game and now (for me) is as relaxing as having a beautiful fish tank (portable to take with me wherever I go!!!)I love how responsive my little fishy pets are to me!!! Good luck!
Sherry