by Looking for a great Christmas present for a gamer? Then this is the right article for you! Here we have collected the best Christmas gift ideas for someone who likes gaming. We help you give a Christmas present that impresses and shows that you have invested time in the search.
Regardless of whether you are looking for a gaming Christmas gift for a boyfriend, girlfriend, partner, son or daughter, we have the Christmas gift tips for you. It also doesn’t matter if the gamer plays on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo or even mobile. Here you will find tips for all types of devices.
Let’s dive into our top 20 Christmas gift ideas for a gamer!
1. Funko POP! collectible figures
Funko POP! are well-made and stylish collectible figures that can be anything from real people to fictional characters such as cartoon characters, game characters and movie characters, you name it! If you know which games the gamer likes, you can buy a very personal and appreciated Christmas present with Funko POP!
The figures look nice on a shelf or on the computer desk. Many of these also have an increasing collector’s value , especially those sold in limited editions.
2. A computer game / TV game
A fun game that the gamer can play on their computer or console is an appreciated Christmas gift if you have a little idea of what kind of games the person usually plays.
Remember to keep track of which platform the recipient of the Christmas gift is playing on, i.e. whether it is computer, Xbox, PlayStation or Switch. For example, a PlayStation game does not work for Xbox.
3. Gaming headphones
A pair of new and good headphones will make the gaming experience for the gamer even better and more enjoyable , making it a brilliant Christmas present.
The Logitech G733 Lightspeed in the pictures above are a pair of affordable and comfortable gaming headphones , which come with a rich and full sound together with a good microphone. These are compatible with PC, PS4 and PS5.
4. 100 game bucket list board
A Christmas gift that is both fun , engaging and decoratively stylish is the 100 games bucket list board. On this board you scratch the squares for the games you have played. The mix of games on the board is large and we can 99.99% guarantee that the recipient of the Christmas present has not played all the games on the board.
In other words, you give away both a fun challenge while also being stylish as a decoration in an office or gaming room.
5. Lamp that has a gaming motif
A cool lamp with a gaming motif increases comfort when sitting and playing, which makes it an excellent Christmas present for a gamer. We have selected a couple of our favorites that you see in the pictures above, a little about them:
- The first picture shows a Super Mario build-it-yourself lamp, with symbols from the first game. Placing the bricks as you wish for a unique design.
- Next, we have a stylish hand control lamp in neon , it is also available with several similar motifs.
- The third lamp is Alex from Minecraft , which is the best selling game of all time.
- The last in the order is the star from Super Mario , which fits just as well in the gaming room as on the bedside table.
6. Merch from games
Merchandise from something you have an interest in is always fun. In gaming, it is common to have action figures and collectible figures from games that are on the gaming table or on the shelf. In other words, it’s a great Christmas present to give away!
There are also many stylish clothing items with gaming motifs , which are perfect as a Christmas present.
7. Zenkuru back massage
A Zenkuru back massage will be an appreciated Christmas present by the vast majority of gamers. When playing it is easy to become sedentary for a while and over time both the back and neck can become stiff. With the help of this machine, muscles are softened thanks to deep 3D shiatsu massage from the neck to the lower back.
It can be easily moved and fits in several places, such as in the gaming chair , the sofa or the car.
8. Nintendo Switch OLED
Nintendo’s popular console Switch is a really good Christmas present for the gamer, which thanks to its size and light weight is easy to take with you on the go . In addition, it can easily be connected to the TV via the base station, to move the game up on the big screen.
This new version of the Nintendo Switch comes with, among other things, a superb OLED screen , improved sound, and a battery that lasts even longer.
For a Nintendo Switch, you can buy both classic Nintendo games such as Super Mario and Legend of Zelda, as well as FIFA, Fortnite and Rocket League. Many games today also offer cross platform , meaning that someone with a Nintendo Switch can play with someone who has a PlayStation or Xbox.
9. Nanoleaf Smart Lighting
Nanoleaf’s smart light panels are a favorite with us and a great Christmas gift tip for a gamer with their own little hangout! Their smart and flexible panels can be matched and put together exactly as you wish. In addition to changing brightness and shifting between 16 million colors, Nanoleaf can also be synchronized with music and screen activity , incredibly cool!
Nanoleaf is available as squares, hexagons or triangles and the shapes can be combined freely. They are controlled either via app, touch or via smart assistants such as Apple HomeKit, Alexa and Google Assistant.
10. Hand control for console & PC
The controller is the gadget that you use to play on a console, and it is also possible to use a controller for a computer. A new and fresh controller is an excellent Christmas gift to give to a gamer, as controllers wear out over time.
11. Gaming chair
When sitting and playing, it is important to sit ergonomically and comfortably . Therefore, a well-built and robust gaming chair is a perfect Christmas present for a gamer. Today, there are gaming chairs that imitate office chairs , such as the Secretlab TITAN Evo in the first picture above. There is also the more classic gaming chair with a design in different colors, such as the Arozzi Verona V2 in picture number two.
If you need advice before a purchase, we have put together a buying guide with information and where we have also appointed the best gaming chairs in 2022 in various categories.
12. Smart LED strip controlled via app
Different types of RGB lighting are very popular to use around your gaming equipment. With this smart and cool RGB LED strip, the gamer can add any color to his setup. A neat Christmas present that offers great flexibility.
The LED strip is easily controlled via an app, where you can adjust the brightness and change between 16 million colors, and it is also possible to create schedules for how the LED strip should be lit. Installation is simple via double-sided tape. Available both with lavish neon lighting and regular LED lighting.
Smart RGB strip with neon lighting
13. PlayStation and Xbox charging station
If you want to make a console player happy, a charging station is an optimal Christmas present. One such makes the charging of hand controllers incredibly smooth , just put the controller down in the station every time you have finished playing.
Above PlayStation charging station fits both the new PS5 and older PS4. Same with Xbox charging station, it fits the controllers of new Xbox Series X|S and older Xbox One.
14. Retro Mini Arcade Game
The really big arcade machines are cool, but very expensive and take up a lot of space. Luckily, there’s this cool little gadget called the Retro Mini Arcade Game. This cool Christmas gift for a gamer can of course be played on, but it also looks great as a cool little interior detail in the gaming room .
Through its 26 different games , this manikin offers a fun break from the computer or TV, at the same time it becomes a fun topic of conversation for guests and something that most people will want to try.
15. Mini fridge – Chillquiet
A Christmas gift that will make life much more comfortable for the gamer is a mini fridge. Cold drinks and snacks within close range, which is important to replenish energy when playing.
In the pictures above you can see four different types of mini fridges, a little about them:
- The first model is the Chillquiet , which is discreet, quiet and very spacious for its size. It also has a lock that allows the gamer to keep the goodies to himself.
- The second fridge is a really cool model that looks like the famous Marshall speaker . It also looks great as an interior detail in addition to its cooling properties!
- Number three is a mini-fridge with a glass front and which bears Carlsberg ‘s logo and well-known slogan. That fridge can also be obtained with other brands, such as e.g. Kopparbergs , Guinness , Stella Artios and Budweiser .
- The fourth mini fridge is a cool Coca Cola can , holds up to 12 cans. In addition to a cool design, it can also be easily moved using the handle on top.
16. Console themed lamp
A fun and nice Christmas gift for a console gamer are these lamps with PlayStation and Xbox motifs. They are perfect as a decoration in a gaming room or as a cool bedside lamp .
Find the various lamps at the following retailers:
17. Keyboard and computer mouse for gaming
If you are going to buy a Christmas present for someone who plays on a computer, a new gaming mouse or new gaming keyboard will bring a lot of joy to the gamer . These are computer mice and keyboards that are adapted for gaming, with fast response times and durable constructions .
Not sure which model to buy? Check out below buying guides with tips and recommendations in several different categories.
18. Universal headphone holder
Giving away a headphone holder or headphone stand as a Christmas present means that the gamer can have the opportunity to have more space on the gaming table, the headphones can be found more easily and that it looks neat and tidy .
19. Mug with game motif
A mug with a game motif will be an appreciated Christmas present. It can both act as a cool ornament on the shelf or desk and be at hand when the gamer needs a refill of liquid. There are many lovely motifs to choose from, these four are some of our favorites right now.
20. Gift card at a store with gaming accessories
For those of you who still feel unsure about what to buy as a Christmas present for a gamer, there is also the classic gift card to give away. Sometimes it is simply better to let the recipient choose the Christmas present himself.
It is of course advantageous if the gift card is bought in a store that has a large assortment with many different gaming gadgets to choose from , we suggest a few below.
Summary of Christmas gift ideas for gamers
We take and summarize our 20 best tips for Christmas gifts for someone who loves gaming. In our top list, we have chosen to combine both cheap and slightly more expensive Christmas gifts as well as large and small in size.
We are convinced that there is something suitable and fun for all types of gamers in our list. Hope we have been able to give you inspiration in the search for a good Christmas present!
