Games for my Mom?

[moretimethansense]

Hey Guys,

I'm really interested in getting my mom into some games, I feel like she's missing out simply because of the learning curve. I realise that Call of Duty 4 might not be her thing (she loves crime stuff) but I know she's open to the media, but the learning curve is too great at this point.

Is there any game that has a low enough learning curve, and is also high quality and has a good story - that it might convince her that theres some worth in taking the next step up into harder games.

I've already tried portal, but she didn't know what a portal was, and also how to move in an FPS. We're not ready for that yet.

Please bear in mind that Im on PC !!

Point and clicks may be a good first start:

Broken Sword and Monkey Island games are quite good with some humor (especiall MI) and not all that hard to play, avoid kings quest though, not a good one for a first timer.

 

[Colour Scientist]

Most of the Wii stuff is great for mums. It gives them the illusion of getting fit while having fun.

And we all know that isn't possible.

Yeah, this. My mom spent months trying to convince me that I wanted a Wii, just so she could use it. Never mind that I don't even live at home anymore.

Anyway, I'd say something casual and Wii-esque is your best bet to get her into games.

 

[Sad Face]

Portal.