I bought a racing game to play with Dad, then kept taking the controller

Dad missed the same bend three times. On the fourth attempt I said, "Here, I'll get you past it," and took the controller when he held it out. I finished the lap, adjusted his setup, and started another race to demonstrate braking. By the time I handed it back, our half hour was nearly gone.

I'd bought the game because he used to play an old racer with me when I was little. I pictured us swapping wins and complaining about the corners. He hasn't used a controller in years. When he asked which button reversed, I answered while navigating the menu for him, so I'm not sure he even saw what I pressed.

He said he enjoyed watching. Then, while putting on his shoes, he added, "You were always better at these." I can't tell whether he really prefers watching now or was being kind after I turned his turn into a lesson.

We're trying again on Sunday. I could set up an easier event, but I don't want to quietly decide what he can manage. How do I offer help that leaves him holding the controller, and make room for him to say he would rather watch without treating that as a failed reunion?