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1. A carrying case, because if you're already gifting a Switch and games to your partner, you might as well make sure it's protected.
My husband has this exact case (and is very picky) so I promise you it's a good one.
Promising review: "Great to carry around your Switch without fear of damage. I have a USB-C cable, Samsung power adapter, HDMI cable (6ft), Joycon wrist straps, and the FastSnail HDMI Type C Hub Adapter so I can play on the big screen. I think I can fit one more pair of Joycons (and straps) so I can get four-player Mario Kart. With all that stuff in this case, there is little to no pressure on the Switch. But you can't just throw it all in, you need to purposefully place the items to make sure there is no pressure on the screen or joysticks." —DanA
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $22.91 (available in nine colors).
2. A large nonslip gaming mouse pad with 15 lighting modes built-in to add some pizzazz to any gamer's setup — it's sure to become the light of their life (hehe).
Promising review: "The comments didn’t lie. This thing is amazing — it’s almost too good to be this price! Seriously don’t hesitate to buy it… my gaming station looks even better now!" —naomie
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
3. Stardew Valley, for anyone who has found themselves fantasizing about moving to an isolated farm and living off the land (ahem, me).
The game begins with you inheriting your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley (cuuuute!). You're armed with a set of hand-me-down tools and a few coins to try and restore the town to greatness! It's an open-ended country-life role playing game you'll surely get a kick out of.
Promising review: "This game right here is a good way to spend time in those days with nothing to do, you can spend hours, maybe days in this game and always have something to do." —Tio Futtcool
Shipping info: Digital copy can be gifted virtually to a friend on Steam immediately.
Get it from Steam for $14.99.
4. A 320-page encyclopedia about The Legend of Zelda any fan of the game would easily pay all their rupees to get their hands on.
Promising review: "I recently decided to play all of the Zelda games ever made, and I've become a real fan of the series. I purchased this "Zelda Encyclopedia" as a collector's item, but I was really surprised at how good of a read it is. It has comparisons of maps across the game's timelines, charts depicting how characters are related, rundowns of each game in sequences and sections, comparison of the temples and towns, overworld maps of each game, character art, and even a page on how the green rupee has looked in each game. It's all very well done and a pleasure to read as a book or to look up things in as a refresher. The only flaw I found in the book is that it is very large. It is so tall that it doesn't fit in my bookshelf with my other hardcover guides and art books. That size does make the pages with charts and maps easier to read though, so it is an understandable tradeoff. 5/5 stars" —Zero Ehxe
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $25.83.
5. An affordable gaming mouse that'll give your buddy such an advantage on their opponents they'll be shouting, "TAKE THAT, SUCKAAAS" in their sleep.
Every true gamer needs a fancy mouse! This one has five programmable buttons, mechanical switches, and rubber side grips they'll absolutely appreciate as it'll give them more controlled scrolling. It's a great starter mouse and one that definitely fits in most holiday shopper's budgets.
Promising review: "Works exceptionally well. I use it as an everyday mouse for my desktop computer and as a gaming mouse. It’s comfortable to hold and clicks well." —DJ
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Available from Amazon for $18.40+ (available in black or white).
6. Pokémon Scarlet or Violet, the latest installments of the classic game, where they'll be able to battle, train, and catch Pokémon while embarking on a new and exciting adventure!
This exciting new game comes out on November 18th — just in time for the holidays!
Shipping info: Digital copy can be scheduled for an email delivery. The physical copy is available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get them from Amazon: Pokémon Violet or Pokémon Scarlet for $59.88 each (available as a physical or digital copy).
7. A deck of Fallout playing cards to keep them company while they attempt to survive in the aftermath of a virtual nuclear war ... or, like, when they decide to take a break from staring at their screens.
Promising review: "They’re playing cards...they shuffle so well! Not sure what kind of review to write for playing cards. My husband loves fallout and really liked these. The print on the cards is good." —M. Tarin
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
8. A 1,000-piece video game-themed puzzle to give your significant other a good reason to step away from the video games and bond with you.
Promising review: "Great puzzle of retro games and consoles. Each piece is unique and fit together snuggly. Image is high quality (text and small details are easy to see/read). Finally, it was fun! Glued and mounted." —AJ Koch
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $19.95.
9. A set of 100 Super Mario–themed stickers that'll leave your recipient's heart racing as if they just came in first on Rainbow Road.
A handful of these stickers would be PERFECT as stocking stuffers! What are you waiting for? Order a bunch of these surprise stickers and hand 'em out to all of your gaming pals.
Promising review: "These stickers are really cool! You get a ton and only maybe five of them had duplicates! There are stickers in there that I've never seen anywhere else! Love them!" —StacieL
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
10. Metal coasters inspired by the classic buttons on PlayStation controllers, a must-have for anyone who is constantly sipping on their go-to beverage while gaming 'til their heart's content.
Promising review: "Got these about two weeks ago and they get the job done. Sweet addition to my desk, I always get compliments on them. Good quality and easy to clean. Think I'll order some as stocking stuffers for my Sony-loving friends and family!" —Brittany D.
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get a set of four from Amazon for $11.90.
11. A delicate Triforce ring, so you can say, "It's dangerous to go alone! Take this!" when you gift it to your Zelda-obsessed friend.
The Legend of Zelda is such a beautiful game — as is this ring! It's essential for the person who wants to subtly show off their love for Link and his quest on a daily basis. BlankByBlank is a small business based in London that sells premium gaming-inspired jewelry.
Promising review: "Everything about this ring is perfect! The size, the color, and it’s soo shiny! I wear it every day and can’t help but smile every time I look at it." —Chae
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 7–10 business days.
Get it from BlankByBlank on Etsy for $30.26+ (available in sizes 5–8 and in gold or steel).
12. A Nintendo-themed Monopoly board game, so their "game night" can include the whole family for once.
Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Bowser and the rest of the gang are all here in this exciting Nintendo version of the classic Monopoly board game.
Promising review: "The game has well-known characters form the Mario and Donkey Kong series, each of them with their unique skills. During the game, the players can buy and sell properties, but also use their skills to make their rivals drop coins on the board that they can later pick up. On top of it, every time a player passes Go, there is a 'boss fight' with special bonuses. After the eight and last boss fight, the game ends and the player with the most points wins, so the game does not last forever. All in all, the feeling in this game feels a lot like Mario Kart, with a mixture of skill and luck. My six year old had no problem to learn the rules, and my wife, who normally does not like board games, found it fun enough to play it with us again." —Ryott
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $21.29.
13. A Logitech Blue Yeti microphone that'll provide crystal clear audio for the gamer in your life who moonlights as a YouTuber, streaming their gameplay for all to see. Who knows — maybe this'll be their ticket to Internet fame!
I have this Yeti USB microphone and it is AWESOME. I love that it comes in an array of fun colors (mine is pink, hehe) so it'll coordinate nicely with anyone's desk/gaming setup. The quality is unbelievable — I feel like I'm doing voice over work when I use it for Zoom calls. I can absolutely see this being a great gift for any gamer in your life, especially for one who chats with their friends while playing.
Promising review: "Posting this review on behalf of my son. 😆 He bought this to use for gaming. He is extremely pleased with it. The sound quality is great and all of his friends have commented on how much better they can hear him. His videos on YouTube sound much better also." —Mk
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $89.99 (available in seven colors).
14. A copy of Ready Player One by Ernest Cline, a fantastic gift that'll impress your pal who loves reading almost as much as they love video games.
I was introduced to this book in college and let me tell you, it was worth the read. It combines sci-fi with classic '80s video games, making it the perfect book for any video game fan.
Promising review: "My dad out of all people suggested this book. He is awesome. I am a '80s and '90s child, grew up on Atari, Nintendo, Sega, PC, and currently PlayStation. I immediately connected with this book and upon reading chapter after chapter gathered that the author is a video game/PC enthusiast. His lingo and style are unique yet he can tell a story to your average dad such as mine who has little or no experience dabbling with gaming." —Jeremy P
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get the book from Amazon for $11.
15. A scratch-off poster featuring 100 video games that should be on any gamer's bucket list — this will also give them an ambitious (and fun!) goal to conquer in the new year.
Filled with classic games like Sonic the Hedgehog and Spyro the Dragon as well as newer games like Minecraft and Assassins Creed, this poster is diverse enough to please gamers of all ages. It will definitely present them with a challenge to play 'em all.
Promising review: "I got this for my husband and he loved it! He had a blast looking through to see what video games were on the sheet." —Erica Robyn
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $24.88.
16. A Banjo-Kazooie slipmat for their record player that'll add an extra element of classic-gaming fun to their home decor.
Promising review: "If you're a fan of the game, and your turntable needs a slipmat cover, this is for you! I'm not sure if it matters, but I did think it was a little thin, compared to the slipmat I had previously. But the artwork is fantastic, you could probably have it framed or display it as an art piece if you wanted." —Lance
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 1–3 business days.
Get it from Fangamer for $14.
17. Splatoon 3 for Nintendo Switch for your gamer buddy who has loved every other iteration of the game — they can head off to Splatsville and indulge in the chaos as they fend off Salmonid bosses!
Promising review: "Nintendo didn't reinvent the wheel with this sequel, but refined it. A lot of the issues in Splatoon 2 have been addressed, including improving match making with friends. This is a game that you can easily spend the evening playing with your friends trying to get the best scores in each match. Very fun!" —wargski25
Shipping info: Digital copy can be scheduled for an email delivery. The physical copy is available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $56.83 (available in a physical or digital copy).
18. A Twitch digital gift card that'll let them pay the money forward to support their favorite streamers or treat themselves towards Twitch Turbo for ad-free viewing, custom chat username colors, more emojis, and more.
Twitch isn't just for hardcore gamers! You can also use it to watch things like NFL games, cooking shows, and special events. I use Twitch to primarily watch Critical Role (a bunch of talented voice actors playing out a live Dungeons and Dragons campaign) but there is endless entertainment to be had.
Shipping info: Digital downloads can be delivered immediately or printed out and put in a card.
Get it from Amazon starting at $25.
19. A Pokémon card air freshener so anyone who glances into their windshield will know *exactly* who their starter selection was — it's the only way to judge if someone is worthy of your time, honestly.
Scentsss is a small business that sells Pokémon-inspired air fresheners.
The different Pokémon types each have a different scent such as "black ice," "cool water," and "green forest." Anyone who loved collecting the cards in the '90s and still enjoys it now will be grinning from ear to ear after hanging one of these beauties in their car.
Shipping info: Items are typically shipped out the next day.
Get it from Scentsss for $5 (available in 13 styles).
20. An Xbox Game Pass Membership that'll provide them with more than 100 games a month. I wish them luck in choosing what to play first, jeez.
21. Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope fans of both franchises will surely enjoy diving into on Christmas morning. Apologies to their family, they're going to be too busy taking down enemies to sip on hot chocolate by the fire and sing carols this year.
Promising review: "This game is bigger and better than the first game! It has a deeper story, fun gameplay. I love leveling and upgrading my characters and sparks. It’s a fun tactical game with a lot of RPG elements. Graphics are great and it looks beautiful on the TV. Would definitely recommend to any Nintendo/Mario fan!" —Nick
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
22. Silly socks any gamer will enjoy using to keep their toes nice 'n' warm while also sending a message to everyone else in the house to plz leave them alone while they're trying to conquer the latest Call of Duty game.
Promising review: "My grandson loves these socks! They wash well and can be thrown in the dryer. I highly recommend these socks." —SjkM
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get them from Amazon for $13.99 (available in sizes S–L).
23. A nostalgic Apple Watch stand that'll pay tribute to their favorite handheld video game. Ah, to be young again.
Promising review: "Got this as a gift for my fiancé and he was so stoked when he opened it. It’s such good quality for the price and it fits the watch super well!! It really looks like the real thing!" —natuuhhhliee
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in four colors). There's also an awesome AirPod and AirPod Pro case to match.
24. A tiny Pokémon toy they can build themselves then keep on their desk as a reminder of their favorite '90s obsession.
Promising review: "I definitely recommend this to anyone who loves Pokémon. Even if you don’t, it’s very entertaining to put these together! I am obsessed with nanoblocks. This is a legit product from the actual Japanese nanoblock company. I am so happy with my purchase." —Amy Mai
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $9.70+ (available in 44 Pokémon).
25. A Hallmark Keepsake ornament of a Nintendo Super NES Console, complete with fun lights and sounds from the classic Super Mario World game. They'll love hanging this one on their tree year after year.
Promising review: "These are adorable! It plays the theme song to our house when our children were growing up! We got one for each of our children's houses, as well as ours." —grandma
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
26. Miniature keychains of Sony PlayStation consoles and controllers in surprise bags — half the fun will be finding out which one they get!
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 3–8 business days, however Express and Overnight shipping are availably for an additional fee.
Get it from BoxLunch for $6.93.
27. A sticker for gamers who love to snuggle up with a chill game, a cup of tea, and some candles — they'll adore it so much they might possibly get stressed over where to stick it!
28. And a pair of blue light–blocking glasses, because if your friend is gaming as much as I think they are they should definitely have a pair of these to help prevent eye strain.
If one of your favorite people has a tendency to spend hours gaming after they've already spent the whole work day looking at a computer screen and/or their phone, chances are they are hurting their eyeballs. They will totally benefit from a pair of these blue light-blocking glasses this Christmas.
Promising review: "I go to work, and sit on a computer half the day. Then, I go home and play video games 90% of the time. I also, have an astigmatism in both eyes that definitely affects me. These glasses already make looking at a screen way less harsh after a couple of hours. And they are super cute." —Chynnia
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get them from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 23 styles).
When you know you're no longer a gift giving noob and you're gonna nail this holiday season:
