I have been playing with my wii...

[roguebanshee]

I have Wii nub questions. Answers, or pointers to places where I can get these answers, would be appreciated. Keep in mind, too, that this is the first console I have ever owned!

Some answers.

1) The LEGO games, as already mentioned (though they play better on a decent PC if you 1 or 2 gamepads). Mario Kart Wii is definately a casual title as well, make sure you get an extra wheel for additional fun. Some of the Virtual Console and Wii Ware titles fit this category as well, I suggest you take a look through your regional library (games available aren't the excact same across regions). Others have liked the Wario Ware and Raving Rabbids games (competitive micro/mini games), but I find them too unfocused and bland. You should probably rent dubious games before you decide whether to buy them.

2) Virtual Console is a library of old classics, Wii Ware (recently launched) is a library of new games made for the Wii. Games from both categories are bought with Wii Points, I suggest checking the cost of buying Wii Points online vs buying them in local stores. You can of course browse the games before you decide whether you want to buy any Wii Points (Wikipedia has lists for both types for all regions).

3) Some games include online features, mostly ways of playing the game together. Brawl and Mario Kart include random matchups in addition to friend matches. No cost beyond that of your normal connection. Connection is either via wireless (included) or a LAN addon that has to be purchased seperately.

4) SSBBrawl can be played cooperatively (single player campaign, various challenge modes), but it might not be her taste. The LEGO games as well. Other single player games may have coop, but the Mario games seem to be limited to make player 2 into a helper for the main player.

5) My Wii came with a small sensor bar holder thing that would let you use it on a rounded top TV as well. I don't know if yours came with one. Or you could try placing it under the TV.