I know you have a beloved gamer nerd in your life (or maybe you’re one, too)—and aren’t they just the best? Not only are avid video gamers always on top of all the latest tech gear, but they also tend to have a very special type of internet humor that even your fave standup comedian could never touch. So when it comes to getting them a gift, I know you’ll wanna spoil ’em rotten. Behold: 15 cool gifts for gamers I’m sure are on every video gamer’s wishlist.
Before you start perusing the gift recs below, let me just say that, no, you don’t have to actually know anything about video game culture to treat your loved ones with any of these must-haves. Okay, yes, it would be helpful to know what game console(s) they have. (Imagine dropping ca$h on a great game, only to find out it’s not compatible with their Mac… Tragic.). But other than that, you should be good to go, because these gift ideas for video gamers are pretty universal and stinkin’ cool.
(Also, if you wanna check out some seriously aesthetic gamer setup ideas… We got those, too.)
1
cute merch of their favorite game
Animal Crossing: New Horizons-Inspired Hoodie
UpOwlNight
etsy.com
$27.56
Etsy has tonssss of cute video game merch. I’m sure you’ll find something that fits both their favorite franchise and style.
2
some blue-light-blocking glasses
Blue-Light Glasses
Ray-Ban
revolve.com
$161.00
I’m just sayin’… they’re gonna need to protect those precious eyeballs from fatigue if they’re spending allllll that time staring at a screen!
3
a comfy seat cushion
Double Seat Cushion
This super squishy seat cushion costs a lot less than an ergonomic gaming chair! Your wallet and their booty will certainly thank you for it.
4
a light-up keyboard
Backlit Gaming Keyboard
It’s satisfying, it’s stylish, and, yes, it lights up.
5
this book about how video games are made
Blood, Sweat, and Pixels: The Triumphant, Turbulent Stories Behind How Video Games Are Made
Harper Paperbacks
amazon.com
Give them a break from all that screentime with this book on how video games are made.
6
a gaming-inspired phone case
Video Game Stats Phone Case
CASETiFY
casetify.com
$59.00
A cute phone case to show off their gaming pride.
7
the ability to sync lights to the tv
Play HDMI Sync Box
Philips Hue
amazon.com
$360.00
This sync box can connect to Phillips Hue color-changing lightbulbs and your giftee’s TV and gaming console. The result? A super cool lighting situation that changes to match the mood of whatever’s on the screen!
8
a place to put their phone
Dock Wireless Charger Stand
Native Union
amazon.com
$69.99
It’s likely they’re not on their phone whenever they’re gaming—why not give them a pretty charging dock/place for their cell to live?
9
a virtual personal assistant
Echo Show 8
This high-tech device is basically Alexa on steroids. Your loved one will absolutely adore the hands-free experience of getting stuff done via Amazon’s Echo Show.
10
a protective case
Fintie Carry Case for Nintendo Switch
If they’re always taking their switch everywhere, make sure they have a (cute) protective case to carry it in.
11
a galaxy projector
Galaxy Projector
Petit Pois Creations
amazon.com
$33.85
This remote-controlled galaxy projector will definitely level up (pun intended!) their gaming den.
12
an ergonomic game controller
PowerA Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch
Because you know that Switch controller ain’t all that comfortable.
13
a virtual reality headset
Oculus Quest 2
Oculus
amazon.com
$299.00
Here it is, the ultimate gamer gift. It may be $$$ but it is a virtual reality headset after all.
14
a huuuuuge mouse pad
Gaming Mouse Pad
Real computer gamers know that dinky little mouse pads with barely any surface coverage just don’t cut it. So get ’em this gigantic one that even lights up.
15
LED TV lights
LED Lights for TV
Power Practical
amazon.com
$31.99
Honestly, LED lights for the back of their TV would make gaming and even movie nights that much cooler.
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