It can be difficult for a gamer to date a girl who has zero interest in video games. Seen from the outside, video games are a silly way of killing time that some people take way too seriously, the same way you might feel about scrapbooking, cats, or jogging. So, when she hits you with the inevitable “I don’t get it” it’s natural to try and persuade her by getting her to play with you. Here are some suggested titles to keep your significant other from rage-quitting your foray into the world of gaming. Check out our list after the jump.

It’s every gamer’s dream to reel in a gamer chick. Believe me when I say fellas that they are out there, so don’t give up. But, if you’re having a hard time picking up Ms. Hardcore Gamer at the discotech, you may be able to charm a curious lady-friend into becoming the Jean Grey to your Cyclops. Start her off with some chick-friendly games and soon enough she’ll be shotgunnning Mountain Dew and pulling Halo marathons just like one of the guys. Maybe she’ll even do it topless.

The other day I saw the commercial for Wii Sports Resort and I was somewhat excited for it. I’ve gotten so used to playing the regular Wii Sport, when I saw some of the new sports, I really wanted it. The athlete in me, really wants to play basketball on the Wii Sport Resort. I want to test out my shooting ability in the virtual world and see how it holds up.