60+ Best Gifts for Gamers, From Casual Players to the Completely Obsessed

Who needs a “100 Most Beautiful Places to Visit Before You Die” list when you could be checking off games from this bucket list of the best video games to play instead? If the gamer in your life likes a challenge, dare them to scratch off the square if and only if they can conquer the game.

This miniature arcade cabinet is packed with 200 retro-inspired titles. Its features include a joystick for quick maneuverability, standard A and B buttons for in-game actions, and a start button for pausing. It even includes a speaker for in-game audio. The device can be powered by four AA batteries or via a MicroUSB cable.

Tetris offered countless hours of addictive and challenging gameplay that's just as good today as it was three decades ago when the game was first released.

To celebrate this, consider getting your loved one this unique stackable LED desk lamp. It has seven pieces that you can shuffle around and stack in any combination.

PC gamers who'd rather play cuddled up on the couch instead of hunched over on a desk will absolutely love this gaming lapboard. Inside the desk is a USB 3.0 hub you can use to plug in and route all your cables for your mouse, keyboard, and headset.

There are two side pockets: one for your mouse and the other for remote controls or drinks. It also comes with Velcro to help keep your keyboard from sliding around all over the place.

Chances are, the gamer you’re shopping for has owned a Game Boy at some point in their life.

This nostalgia-inducing, Game Boy-inspired case actually has functional buttons and a screen on it for playing video games. Your recipient will be able to play Tetris, Pac-Man, and Super Mario Bros on it. Just make sure you buy the correctly sized case for their specific iPhone!

Between snacks, drinks, game cases, charging cables, controllers, and headsets it's easy for a coffee table to get extremely cluttered. This gaming locker helps eliminate the chaos and puts everything neatly in its place. It's available in seven unique themes to match your console or your favorite game or movie.

The Stream Deck is a cool and convenient accessory for gamers that lets them have the utmost control of their online streams. You can opt for a model that has either 15 or 32 customizable buttons.

Each button can be configured to do anything — from launching media, adjusting audio, enabling a transition, opening an app, or turning on lights. Users also have the option to add custom icons to the buttons, so they won’t get them mixed up.

The instantly recognizable Super Mushroom from the Super Mario franchise makes a solid gift for gamers because who doesn't love a Mario game? OK, maybe people who make Mario endlessly fall down the holes or run into Goombas! The neon-like sign is 12 inches tall and has a convenient dimming switch.

If you're planning on gifting a Nintendo Switch this year, make sure you get them some accessories so they can make the most out of their new console. This amazing bundle comes with everything a Nintendo fan could want.

Lego and Nintendo teamed up to create this iconic 2,646-piece set that assembles into the NES console. Gamers can even build an ’80s-looking TV set and a game cartridge that fits into the console.

This hot-ticket item has sold out multiple times since it launched, so make sure you buy it before it sells out again!

This LED light strip is covered with 3M adhesive backing for affixing to the back of your HDTV or monitor. It has 15 color options and 10 brightness settings, and it helps reduce eye strain without adding glare to your screen.

The backlight will make a gamer’s battle station shine, and it’ll go perfectly with their RGB keyboard, mouse, and mousepad. It comes in three lengths to fit several screen sizes, and it’s powered by a reversible USB plug.

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This artwork of four patents captures the innovative spirit behind everyone's favorite old-school video games. The prints will look incredible in any game room.

They're printed on Fuji Crystal Archive paper, which doesn't feel flimsy. Unfortunately, frames aren't included — but since the prints are sized at 8 by 10 inches, you can find frames at most department or craft stores.

Most gaming chairs stick out like a sore thumb and don't blend in with your furniture, but not this option from BirdRock. It's comfortable and supportive for gaming on the floor, and it is much better-looking than other options.

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While this playable Ocarina won't summon a horse or slow down time, it does let them play their favorite Zelda tunes. Luckily, there's sheet music included and tutorials all over YouTube. The handcrafted instrument is made from kiln-fired ceramic.

This Pokedex-style game card case is the ultimate accessory for Pokémon fans. It makes it easy to store six game cards. We love that it’s made of metal, rather than plastic, and its form-fitting foam slots will protect all your favorite games from damage.

Whether the gamer on your list is always losing their games, or they’re an aspiring Pokémon trainer, this accessory will definitely come in handy!

The Nova Pro is the be-all-end-all wireless headset. It comes with two long-lasting swappable batteries, a base station that delivers an outstanding wireless range and lets you mix multiple audio sources, and a retractable microphone that's clearer in quality than practically every microphone I've tested.

Yes, this noise-canceling headset doesn't run cheap, but it sounds incredible and connects to every console out there. Oh, and it’s as comfy as a cloud. What more could a gamer ask for?

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There's more to these stylish shades than meets the eye. They have built-in tech so you can stream music, listen to podcasts, or even make calls without even needing to put anything in your ears.

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Nintendo's Game & Watch handheld proves that sometimes less is more. In case you’re unfamiliar, the Game & Watch was the precursor to the Game Boy with a design that was inspired by the Japanese Famicom console. The pocket-friendly device has a sharp backlit LCD screen and it comes loaded with three games: Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels, and Ball.

My colleague Stefan Vazharov owns the Game & Watch and says that it exceeded his expectations. The console offers superb controls, a robust gameplay experience, and surprisingly entertaining sound. The handheld will also make for an excellent collector's item.

If you're the type who splurges on gifts, consider gifting them the ROG Zephyrus G15 from ASUS. It's one of the best gaming laptops money can buy. It's packed with AMD's competent eight-core Ryazen processor, Nvidia's GeForce RTX 3080 graphics chips, a whopping 16GB of RAM, and a zippy 1TB SSD.

What does that all mean? Incredible graphics, fast performance, and a bright and incredibly immersive 15.6-inch, 1080p display that runs games smoothly. Its only downside is a lack of a webcam, but we think the gamer in your life will be using this baby for gaming, not Zoom calls!

The affordable elago W5 Apple Watch stand is designed to look like a Game Boy, so it's an amazing addition to any desk or a nightstand. A true conversation starter, the accessory is made from a soft silicone material that won't damage the smartwatch.