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    Hey, what's a good game a smart 60-year old could get into? She mentioned she would like a mystery game, but nothing too kiddish (Unless it's well done of course, she loves Disney). I was thinking The Secrets of Monkey Island, but I can't find that in a retail box. I'm going to have her try Plants vs Zombies on my computer here soon. I thought of the Nancey Drew games but she didn't look as interested in them and said they looked like they were more for teen girls. She did pick up a few mystery games and look at them in the store, though.

    It would be her first video game ever. As long as it's not "too fast" and not a super easy kids game then it might be good for her.

    Suggestions?
    Dec 20, 2010 6:06pm PST
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      • Absolutely. : King Kavik
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      What about Amnesia: The Dark Descent? Isn't that supposed to be some kind of mystery? Not for children,... : TheVietSpecial
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      Machinarium is a great suggestion. Plants vs. Zombies as well. Important: how old are you and what is yo... : BullThis person is cool!
      • She's my aunt. Plants vs. Zombies went ok, got a little hard for her and she said it's frustrating when s... : King Kavik
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