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submitted 10 months ago by ejl@lemmy.lucitt.social to c/gaming@beehaw.org

Just thought I'd share something I thought was pretty interesting. I have a mother in law who is... well let's just say she's a stereotypical older mom who doesn't own a computer, just an iPad. During the pandemic, she started getting into Nintendo games and bought herself a Switch. Fast forward a few years later and she's interested in getting a Steam Deck, since one of her "mom groups" told her about some pandemic inspired games, similar to Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing that are only available on Steam.

When it comes down to it, she doesn't care about her computer, she just wants to play computer games in a way that's easy and accessible for her. We'll be getting her a Steam Deck for her birthday, which in my opinion is just super neat. Even PC gaming is becoming extremely accessible, and it's a fantastic time to be a gamer.

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[-] AppropriateTrash@lemm.ee 11 points 10 months ago

Have her check out Dinkum and Disney Dreamlight Valley when she gets the steam deck.

[-] violetsareblue@beehaw.org 10 points 10 months ago

This is cute. I hope she enjoys the gift.

[-] worfamerryman@beehaw.org 5 points 10 months ago

I'm a long time pc gamer and linux gamer. I do not care to play games unless it is in a handheld mode. I have been playing my switch a lot more recently, but am really looking forward to the steamdeck.

[-] TerabyteRex@kbin.social 4 points 10 months ago

did you say.. normies?

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