That time of year is just around the corner and many people are looking for the best gift to get their gamer kids or spouse. So, what are the best Christmas gifts for gamers?
Christmas Gift Ideas for Gamers
When making a list of items to get people who love to game, many different thoughts come to mind. However, some may end up being a bit pricier, like a new PC or console. Assuming that every one this list is for already has something to play video games on, we are going to make this list dedicated more towards accessories and more.
Here are the best Christmas gifts for gamers.
Gift Cards
Starting the list of easy with gift cards. Everyone loves a good gift card for Christmas, as it lets gamers purchase exactly what they want.
Below is a list of different gift card options you could get for your favorite gamer for Christmas:
- Xbox Gift Card
- PlayStation Gift Card
- Gamestop Gift Card
- Walmart Gift Card
- Target Gift Card
- Best Buy Gift Card
- Nintendo eShop Gift Card
Looking for something a bit more detailed than just a plain ole’ gift card? Luckily, there are quite a few other options when purchasing gifts for a gamer.
Gaming Headset
Headsets are the perfect gamer Christmas gift. Luckily, there are quite a few on the market that work for both PC and console. Brands such as HyperX, Logitech and Turtle Beach all make extremely affordable headsets that come equipped with decent mics.
Not only do headsets look great as an accessory, but they can really make or break a gamer’s gaming experience. Having a good headset is essential for all gamers.
Headsets can be found online at Amazon, Best Buy and any other major retailer.
Controller Charger
Is your favorite gaming enthusiast a controller gamer? Well, no one enjoys having to plug in their wireless controller or change the batteries frequently. That is why having a controller charger is a must for a gamer.
In fact, many of these chargers can work as a dock station, charging multiple controllers at once. This allows people to never worry about their battery running out.
Controller chargers are available on almost any major retailer’s website or in-store and make great cheap Christmas gaming gifts.
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Gaming Chair
Having a good gaming chair is essential. The truth is, many of those who game up close to a monitor have already begun to develop terrible posture and back issues. Having the right chair to prevent this could really help with any future health issues.
However, good gaming chairs can be quite expensive. While Amazon and Walmart do have some decent ones for cheap, if you are willing to spend a lot of money, then Secretlabs would be a great purchase.
Mouse Pad
We have already discussed controller accessories, but what about mouse and keyboard accessories? While having a full-desk mouse pad is great for gaming on a PC, it is also fun to have one with a unique design.
Whether it’s anime or other fantasy worlds, shops like Higround have some of the most unique and impressive mouse pad designs on the market.
Help deck your favorite gamer’s setup by getting him one of these top-of-the-market mouse pads.
Lighting
RGB lighting is huge within the gaming world. Whether you are getting strips to put around your favorite gamer’s desk or buying Philips Hue lights to put behind their TV, lighting helps really immerse a gamer into the gaming experience.
Every major retailer sells lighting and you can even find special smart lights at stores like Home Depot and Lowes.
What will you be buying any of these Christmas gift ideas for gamers?
For more Insider Gaming guides on gifts to get someone who loves video games for Christmas, check out our official review on the Astro A50 Wireless Headset.
