Honestly I'd say if they are a total noob that they should start with a linear game first. But if I had to pick, I'd go with Paper Mario and the Thousand Year Door - as likely a lot more approachable and manageable than the likes of massive open world games like Oblivion, Skyrim and Far Cry games. Plus its aged well and is charming.
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