The Best Gaming Gifts： Nintendo, Playstation, Xbox and PC!

Gamers are notoriously not easy to shop for, but today I'm making it simple. I've pulled together the best gifts for gamers at every price point and play style with plenty of love for franchises like Mario, Zelda, Pokemon, and more. I had a blast putting this list together and everything is linked below. If you see something you're ready to add to your cart. I want to start with Lego. So many gamers are also Lego fans and not only has Lego really stepped up its franchise partnerships, but it recently partnered with Nintendo on the launch of a true to scale Lego Game Boy. For $60, this is the perfect gift for any gaming or Lego fan and looks great as a display piece. It's got 421 pieces and comes with two display cartridges from Super Mario Land and the Legend of Zelda Link's Awakening. And if the Game Boy isn't your thing, Lego's got so many options for gamers these days from Mario Kart, Sonic, Zelda, and super fun Minecraft builds that totally nail the pixel look. I love all of these and I don't think anyone, gamer or not, has ever been disappointed by getting Lego as a gift. Nintendo dropped the Switch 2 back in June, but hopefully you don't drop yours. Your gamer probably already has the latest console, but maybe you can up their accessory collection with this Belkin Switch 2 charging case. It's $70, can hold up to 12 game cartridges, but the best part is the 10,000 milliamp battery that's included, which helps give your Switch 2 some extra charge. With how much I play mine, I've definitely needed it. Side note, how clever is this? There's a hidden AirTag compartment right over here. The Nintendo Switch 2 is breaking records. It's the fastest selling console ever. So yeah, this one's going to be everywhere this holiday season. It starts at $449 or $499 with a game bundle. What I love is how it builds on the OG Switch. Same vibe, just better in every way. Bigger screen, 4K wind docked, and it plays both new and old games with upgraded graphics. Handheld or on the couch, it's an easy win. If your gamer doesn't already have it, I can virtually guarantee they want it. Looking for the perfect gift for a mobile gamer? You know, the person who's always playing games on their phone? Well, the Backbone Pro Controller is it. For $170, it snaps onto your phone and instantly becomes a mini console. It even works over Bluetooth, so they can play on other devices too. If you want to give a mobile gaming setup that actually feels like a real console, this one's a no-brainer. Now I have what's one of my favorite gaming products overall to have launched all year. This will seriously impress any gamer. The Xbox ROG Ally X, a total showstopper. This handheld does cost a grand, but it's a full Windows gaming PC in a portable form factor. That means you can play your entire library from Steam, Epic Games, and Xbox Game Pass Anywhere. Plus, games look absolutely incredible on its buttery smooth 120 hertz screen. It's truly the ultimate gift for PC gamers. This is what you get if you want to impress. This stocking stuffer runs on nostalgia and a hot cup of coffee? For just $15, the Game Boy Heat Changing Coffee Mug delivers a massive blast from the nineties. The real magic happens when you pour in a hot beverage. Watch the screen change up with a classic game scene. It's a guaranteed smile and an awesome, affordable surprise for any retro gamer or your favorite coworker. Hopefully I am someone's favorite coworker because I love this thing. If you're looking for a gift for a PlayStation 5 owner, this is a can't miss gift. Retailing for just $30, the official DualSense Charging Station keeps their setup looking clean and feeling convenient by charging two controllers at once. I've had this charging station since 2020 when the PS5 came out, and it's been really great, really easy to use, and it looks so clean next to your PS5. I myself have been given this as a gift multiple times. So if you're watching, please don't get me another. Does the gamer on your list have a messy desk? I know I do. Then the EXG Pro Cable Guy might be their perfect companion. For $30, EXG Pro sells these figures from a huge range of franchises that also double as a holder for your controller or smartphone. It's a great way to keep gear organized and charged while also showing off a cool collectible of their favorite character. This is perfect for the gamer who loves collectibles. We've got Sonic and Grogu from Star Wars, but there are so many more franchises to choose from. These are perfect for anyone who wants to add some personality to their desk. Every Switch 2 owner is going to need a second controller, or a third. Maybe a fourth. There's a lot of third-party options out there, but I would steer you towards Power A. With prices starting as low as $40 for the wired and $70 for the wireless, these controllers are much more affordable than the official options, plus they come in some awesome designs like Legend of Zelda or Mario. This is a brilliant gift for families, kids, or anyone who needs a second reliable controller without breaking the bank. This might be my favorite controller ever, the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. Coming in at $90, it offers an unmatched Switch gaming experience with incredible ergonomics. The build quality is top tier, the controls are precise, and it's simply the best way to play Nintendo's biggest games. This even has Bluetooth support to connect it to an iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, or other devices. And guys, I am telling you, the battery life on this is actually witchcraft. I cannot recommend it enough. And hey, if the person you're buying this for already has one, I promise no one will be mad about getting another for their collection. If someone's hogging the TV, the PlayStation Portal is here to save your gaming session. At $200, this streaming device lets you play PS5 games over Wi-Fi on a gorgeous 8-inch screen. It even has all the haptic feedback and adaptive triggers of a DualSense controller, so you don't compromise on the experience. It's the perfect gift for any PS5 owner who doesn't already have one, whether they're sharing a busy household or just want to game a little bit before bed. I even used this in Italy when I was on vacation and it connected back home, no problem. Now, we can't do a gift guide for gamers without throwing a little VR in the mix. If you want to give the gift of virtual reality without the huge price tag, the MetaQuest 3S is the best entry point. At $300, this headset offers a high quality VR experience with no PC or console required. It's completely wireless, giving you total freedom to move and grant access to the massive library of Quest games, fitness apps, and experiences. It's perfect for the VR curious family or gamer ready to take their first and most likely not last step into a larger virtual world. Trust me, every PlayStation gamer on your list would love a new controller and you have some great options. The standard DualSense wireless controller starting at $75 is a must-own with its revolutionary haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. And it comes in a huge variety of cool colors. But for the competitive player, you could upgrade to the DualSense Edge for $200. It offers unparalleled customization with swappable stick modules, back paddles, and adjustable triggers for a true professional edge. I love my DualSense Edge, and I find the back paddles to be really useful in games like Rainbow Six Siege and Battlefield 6. You can't go wrong with a new Xbox controller, the gold standard for gaming on console, PC, and cloud. The classic Xbox wireless controller starts around $65 and it's available in countless colors and designs, but I especially recommend these limited edition Cypher colors. For the hardcore Xbox gamer, the Xbox Elite Series 2 controller is the ultimate upgrade for about $150. It's packed with pro features like adjustable tension thumbsticks, hair trigger locks, and customizable paddles. But you basically have two great options at two different price points. This one is pretty cool and a personal favorite of mine, the Art of the Box. For around $45, this is a beautiful hardcover coffee table book that showcases the iconic history of video game box art. It's packed with high quality images and background stories that will be a nostalgia trip for any longtime gamer. It's a thoughtful gift for the collector, art lover, or any gamer who appreciates the history of the medium. Would you guys want to see a video dedicated to these kinds of collectible books? There are so many more on my wishlist, so please give me an excuse to get them. I love my PlayStation 5, and there's nothing more satisfying than putting on some awesome plates to match my awesome controllers. For $60, you can swipe out the standard white plates for a bold new look in seconds. Really, it's pretty easy to do. They come in vibrant colors like Chroma Indigo and Chroma Teal, and can really make the console stand out in any gaming setup. You can even get matching colors with your DualSense controllers. This is a great gift for any PS5 owner looking to make their console stand out. There's a little thing called Pokemon. Maybe you've heard of it. When in doubt, you can never go wrong with a Pokemon plush, and these are designed to sit right on your wrist or on your shoulder, just like Ash and Pikachu from the TV series. These plushes are always super soft and well-made, and with several Pokemon available, you can become the Pokemon trainer you always dreamed of. And there's honestly so many different types of plushes through the Pokemon Center. If one of these shoulder ones doesn't do it for you, I promise you can find something good for the Pokemon fan in your life, and hey, if you don't have any Pokemon fans in your life, you got one right here. This is the newest gaming headset from SteelSeries, the Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2. Retailing at $200 and coming in black, white, and magenta, this headset offers over 50 hours of battery life, high quality sound, and the ability to use wireless, Bluetooth, or even USB-C wired for gaming, listening to music on your phone, and much more. The cherry on top is that you can add custom sound profiles directly from your phone to the headset, depending on the game you're playing. It's also dangerously comfortable. So if the person you're buying this for ends up gaming all night, don't say I didn't warn you. You might have caught them all, but can you guess them all? Featuring the 151 original Pokemon, Ultra Pro's Pokemon trainer guessing game supports two to four players as players try to be the very best like no one ever was, and the first to guess the Pokemon with as few clues as possible. At only $35, this is a fun game for any Pokemon fan, especially for parents who want to get their kids started on Pokemon at a young age. If you didn't get the chance to read the instructions, no worries. You can teach me or I can teach you. All right. That was a bad joke. The Legend of Zelda is one of the most popular gaming series of all time, and this encyclopedia covers the decades of incredible games. I love this little attention to detail where the book looks just like the classic gold NES cartridge from the original game, from learning about various creatures and characters to Link's arsenal and the various art styles of the game, this $90 encyclopedia is a must for any Zelda fan. And if they don't like it, I know someone here named Phil who will gladly take it off their hands. For the gamer who misses the old days, this is the Atari Game Station Go. Featuring a nostalgic design and over 200 games built in, this $180 gaming handheld is perfect for the Atari lover in your life. It also features wifi for easy updates, four to five hours of battery and the ability to connect to a display with HDMI output. Now if you'll excuse me, I have a meeting to get to. And that's a wrap on our gift guide for gamers. I hope this video makes shopping for the gamer or gamers in your life a little easier. Again, everything I mentioned is linked in the description so you can check it all out. I'd love to know what you end up picking up, or if you have any other recommendations, share them in the chat. Be sure to hit that like button and subscribe to the channel. My name is Phil Rodriguez. This is Tom's Guide, and I'll see you in the next video.