@sukkapunch
The combat system of TW1 is unusual, and many players feel an inner resistance. So you have to learn something before you are able to enjoy the combat. But it's worth while.
Lclick when indicated (Look at the cursor!):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-azUnJGx-Ok A click in TW1 doesn't mean a single hit, but a combo of two or - later on - several hits. Don't interrupt the combos - by Lclicking at the wrong time.
Geralt is a talent for motion. If you want to avoid damage then Geralt should dodge. You can manage that by double clicking the movement keys W ,A ,S or D. By double klicking "W" he jumps over the heads of his enemies, and after pressing "F" afterwards, he will turn around immediately:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wC-lOJ8LWcQ Important: Choose the proper style. For small, quick monsters and humans with bad armor "Fast Style". If you choose the wrong style this will happen:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xSl7G2xtIo So you have to change the style:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hckP95OqwJY For details read Geralt's journal (Ingame: Press "J" -> Tutorial).
So take your time. Later on it will look like that:
https://youtu.be/_naT3fQB0KU Not so bad for a game of the last decade, I think.
