Playing Wii Bowling Remains a Family Affair Years Later
I still get taken aback by how much my mum loves playing Wii Bowling. To me, she was a formidable opponent back in the day – unbeatable, to be honest. Her prowess with a Wii remote was unmatched, and I'm now facing off against her on the updated Nintendo Switch Sports version of our family's beloved game.
The truth is, bowling has been an enduring staple of gaming for us Diamond family members. My mum acquired a fondness for it during a Christmas in Canada back in 2006, and over time, we've grown to appreciate its simplicity – an art form that requires precision, timing, and a bit of luck.
Switch Sports still has a lot going for it, especially when you factor in the bowling aspect. But other sports like tennis, golf, volleyball, badminton, basketball, football, and fencing are hit or miss with me, largely due to their complexity and lack of appeal. In contrast, bowling is where my mum finds solace – an activity that allows her to let loose.
Even so, there were a few caveats she had with the new version. First off, the updated Mii characters seem too realistic to her liking; she much prefers the more stylized look of Wii Sports' Mii characters. Moreover, she misses the traditional "NICE SPARE!" phrase in place of the more muted "spare" message.
On another note, it's amusing how my mum still can't get over the Joy-Con controllers being smaller compared to the original Wii remote. She jokingly claims that they're too small and prefer a bigger grip when playing games.
When we sat down to play together for the first time after her visit – sans distractions from other family members – the dynamic of our gaming session was completely different. We chatted more, reminisced about old times, and talked about how my mum introduced me to video games in the first place. I'd love it if my kids and their future generations followed suit and challenged me in a game or two.
Playing games with her is a cherished experience for me. It's something we've enjoyed throughout our years together as a family – from playing Manic Mining on our ZX Spectrum to now taking part in bowling sessions. At 76, she may be slowing down in some areas of life but has still managed to keep an active interest in gaming.
As much as I hope my kids beat me at Street Fighter II one day when my thumb mobility becomes a problem, it's the memories and time spent playing Wii Bowling that we share together which truly matters.
I still get taken aback by how much my mum loves playing Wii Bowling. To me, she was a formidable opponent back in the day – unbeatable, to be honest. Her prowess with a Wii remote was unmatched, and I'm now facing off against her on the updated Nintendo Switch Sports version of our family's beloved game.
The truth is, bowling has been an enduring staple of gaming for us Diamond family members. My mum acquired a fondness for it during a Christmas in Canada back in 2006, and over time, we've grown to appreciate its simplicity – an art form that requires precision, timing, and a bit of luck.
Switch Sports still has a lot going for it, especially when you factor in the bowling aspect. But other sports like tennis, golf, volleyball, badminton, basketball, football, and fencing are hit or miss with me, largely due to their complexity and lack of appeal. In contrast, bowling is where my mum finds solace – an activity that allows her to let loose.
Even so, there were a few caveats she had with the new version. First off, the updated Mii characters seem too realistic to her liking; she much prefers the more stylized look of Wii Sports' Mii characters. Moreover, she misses the traditional "NICE SPARE!" phrase in place of the more muted "spare" message.
On another note, it's amusing how my mum still can't get over the Joy-Con controllers being smaller compared to the original Wii remote. She jokingly claims that they're too small and prefer a bigger grip when playing games.
When we sat down to play together for the first time after her visit – sans distractions from other family members – the dynamic of our gaming session was completely different. We chatted more, reminisced about old times, and talked about how my mum introduced me to video games in the first place. I'd love it if my kids and their future generations followed suit and challenged me in a game or two.
Playing games with her is a cherished experience for me. It's something we've enjoyed throughout our years together as a family – from playing Manic Mining on our ZX Spectrum to now taking part in bowling sessions. At 76, she may be slowing down in some areas of life but has still managed to keep an active interest in gaming.
As much as I hope my kids beat me at Street Fighter II one day when my thumb mobility becomes a problem, it's the memories and time spent playing Wii Bowling that we share together which truly matters.
bowling is literally the best game ever 
i mean my grandma still plays it too she got this super old nintendo 64 console and just goes online and bowls with people from all over the world 
its so cool how they have these new switch sports versions now but for me its always gonna be about wii bowling lol.
. The nostalgic aspect of playing classic games like Manic Mining on the ZX Spectrum, followed by more recent experiences with Wii Bowling and Nintendo Switch Sports, is truly captivating. What's remarkable is how this simple yet strategic game has provided a common ground for the author to spend quality time with his mother, even in her 70s 
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it's like she's in her own little world where she can just relax & have fun! i feel the same way about gaming with my friends, it's not just about winning or losing but about making memories together 
. i'm glad u got to spend quality time with ur mum and relive some old times 
. btw, 76 is still pretty young for gaming, maybe we should start a senior gamers club? 
. I can totally relate to how much my own mum loves playin' games, especially Wii Bowling (she's a total boss too!). The thing that really gets me is how it's all about the memories and bonding time you share with your loved ones. It's not just about win or lose, but about havin' fun and makin' more moments to treasure together 
. My grandma was always one of those people who thought bowling was "art" or whatever, and now my mom is the same way. I mean, what's up with that? It's just a stupid game where you knock down pins... who cares?
. I guess when you're old, like my mom, everything seems appealing again or whatever.
her not a fan of the new switch sports controls tho - like who needs more realism when you can have cute miis 
also, 76 and still rocking at wii bowling? that's some impressive gaming skills right there! 
i feel u on wanting to pass on ur love for gaming to ur kids 
maybe one day they'll be as competitive as u vs ur mum in a game of wii bowling 
, and now she's still having a blast with the switch sports version. it's so cool to see her still enjoying games at 76! 
I'm a bit jealous tbh - i wish more families were into gaming like ours used to be. remember when we'd stay up late playing manic mining on our old zx spectrum? 
those were the days! 
Still, she's right about those Joy-Con controllers being smaller 
, what's up with all these new sports modes on Nintendo Switch Sports? I mean, I'm still cool with bowling, it's a classic, but some of those other ones just seem so... complicated 
. Tennis and golf are fine, I guess, but they're not really my thing. What I love about Wii Bowling is how chill it is - you just hit the ball, try to get the strike, and have fun 
