No, I was using that loosely. I'm talking about games like World of Warcraft, League of Legends, etc. I have seen too many adolescents become totally addicted to these can easily imagine DS in that situation.

That's a great idea about IRL gaming. He has never played D & D, for instance but might enjoy that. He has liked Pokemon and Magic at certain intervals, too. I'm fine with that sort of game. There are a few local groups, too.

I'll look at the AoPS class. I think he would definitely need some formal instruction. He likes to teach himself, but he has a low frustration tolerance when things become difficult.