I grew up on these games.

I guess you had to be there, since all of his complaints are not applicable to the games. They were designed that way on purpose. If you don't like them now, decades later, that's understable, but the feedback and complaints are ridiculous for old games.

Back then they were 100% fantastic! Missed an item at the start of the game? It was no problem, we loved the games and had no problem with that (for example).

The outrage!

In reality, I think Microsoft is suggesting we compare Solitaire from different vendors, and go that route, instead of using what they provide. They are so thoughtful!

Most likely she just prefers it that way.

Sure, could Google search, but Facebook search is right there plus she likes it.