Best Gifts for Gamers of 2018

Light up your loved one’s life with this funky retro gaming inspired light switch. If you’re buying this gift for that special geek in your life don’t forget to make inappropriate “turn off” puns to brighten their day.

Finally, a clock we don’t mind watching. PAC-MAN, the legendary arcade game from the 1980’s, is back with this epically animated digital display that features additional characters from the game Including Inky, Blinky, Pinky and Clyde. These make great gifts for any gamer, young or old.

Night Lights are great gifts for people that are afraid of the dark, or for avoiding obstacles in the middle of the night if your room is a filthy mess. Either way, this is a great example of a nocturnal illumination unit. Don’t try to uppercut it like Mario though, there are no coins inside (trust me).

Gaming chairs are a dime a dozen these days, mainly because gamers need added lumbar support for extended sessions. But gaming chairs that are also rockers? Now that is a sweet idea. Add speakers to the mix and you’ll be fighting grandpa for dibs every time you feel like playing Call of Duty. This is one of our ultimate gifts for gamers.

Let’s get one thing straight, stabbing people is NOT cool, but if you happen to be an Assassin’s Creed fan, then maybe this hoodie is for you. It features a smart fabric pattern and an ominous hood that will make this gift feel pretty badass.

This is a cool Minecraft conversation piece from ThinkGeek that would be at home on top of your coffee table, or nestled deep within your fortress of solitude, or man cave. Simply tap it to light it up for a few minutes, or tap it repeatedly to adjust the brightness.

If you are like me (my condolences, by the way) then Tetris probably left an indelible mark on your childhood. What better way to pay homage to this revolutionary game than to drink a hot adult beverage from its capacious reservoir while watching the Tetris pieces appear magically. Definitely one of our favorite gifts!

Say what you want about being a chess nerd, but it is not an easy game to master at all. Wage battle and force a checkmate against your foes by taking up arms as either Mario and his team mates, or hatch your sinister opening moves as Bowser.

If you like collecting fantasy swords and other such artifacts, then this gift could be just the item for you! It is a life sized, wearable replica of Jacob Frye’s gauntlet. It also has a retractable blade for authenticity. Just don’t wear it to the mall, unless you like the taste of pepper spray from mall security.

The cake may be a lie, but these Portal bookends certainly aren’t. They are constructed from sturdy materials that will have your books propped up and secure. As conversation starters these gifts sure are fun and effective, so thanks, ThinkGeek!

If you’ve ever been stuck at work, lamenting your time spent away from your trusty gaming console, then one of these coffee mug gifts is for you. You could enhance your muscle memory while bashing out pretend Tekken combos during your coffee break, all while two handedly sipping coffee.

Gifts like these are both practical and funny. This novelty sign that will keep everyone out of our room while you’re “gaming”. Woe betide those that heed not the sign, you have been warned.

If you want to pick up chicks with your superior gaming console knowledge, then this shirt will help you do it. Looking back at the previous iterations of gaming controller should make you more thankful for the wireless, ergonomic, motion controller that you’re holding in your grubby mitts.

Another one of our practical gifts, if you drink soup competitively, then this could be a great training bowl for you to practice with. The ‘LEVEL COMPLETE’ notification that greets you after slurping down a bowl of hot soup is a worthwhile reward. Oh, and there are game controllers on each side for you to hold, presumably so you don’t burn your hands.

Serious gamers will love this keyboard as it features a full RGB array of LEDs as well as mechanical switches for more precise key strokes. Your loved one will disappear for days on end after receiving this keyboard, emerging only to feed. If you to win points with your loved one, this gift is a great choice!

This shirt would be funny if it wasn’t true, high latency can turn a normally calm gamer into a raging ball of fury. This is a great gift if you feel like trolling that one friend that rage-quits every time you play Rocket League with them.

Adding to our collection of T-shirt gifts, we have this gem. More of a mantra than a clever gaming tee shirt, this item of clothing sums up many people’s time when they take annual vacation, and what a great vacation that would be indeed. It’s available in many colors and sizes.

This is a great gift for anyone that already owns a Playstation 4 and needs a backup controller for when the primary one needs a charge. It’s also a great way to settle an argument without having to dig out the dueling pistols from the attic.

If you have just had a little one and announced his or her arrival to your friends and family on Facebook with one of those “Player 3 has entered the game” signs, then you will probably want to grab some of these gaming inspired baby outfits too.

Asus really knows how to make high quality gaming hardware, and their 144Hz refresh rate model monitors are sure to put a smile on any gamer’s face. The 1ms response times mean that games are displayed with no ghosting, so the overall gaming experience is a superb one.

Razer peripherals have long been seen as some of the most sought after peripherals on the market, and Razer DethAdder Chroma is no exception. Chroma lighting is a great touch, and the DPI levels are insanely sensitive. Whoever you buy this gift for will be eternally grateful for their new high scores.

Gifting any gamer with a Logitech G602 is likely to elicit a backflip out of them, so this is a great way to see some amateur acrobatics in your living room. The mouse features lag-free wireless performance, Delta Zero sensor technology and 11 programmable buttons.

Gifts like this one will cause envy and this is one pretty keyboard. The Razer BlackWidow Chroma is a mechanical keyboard with macro capabilities and a fantastic RGB show off. Don’t be surprised if you see less of the person that you gift this keyboard to, as it has made more than a few gaming widows in its time.

Corsair doesn’t play games when it comes to creating accessories, and the proof is in the proverbial pudding with their K70 RGB mechanical keyboard. Cherry MX switches offer some of the finest tactile response on the market, making this one of our favorite gifts for playing.

Gamers appreciate DTS headphones because of the virtual field of depth that they create, which means that sounds can really immerse players into the world that they are playing in. These headphones feature 7.1 surround sound and 360 degrees of sound field. The perfect gift for someone who appreciates great sound.

Neodymium magnets are really good for strong speakers, and the Cloud II Headset shows off just how good they can be when used inside the right sound housing. This headset ships with an inline sound card that also features echo cancellation, great for in game comms.

Virtual Reality has made a huge comeback in recent years, largely due to huge advancements in graphical and computational components that have surfaced lately. Gifts like this will surely excite whoever receives it. The Vive is a class leader in many ways, and any gamer that picks up a set is sure to play for a very, very long time.

Sony really knows how to make high quality accessories that pair with their PlayStation line of consoles. The Sony PlayStation VR kit is not the most technically advanced on the market but it is great fun to play. This is one of those perfect gifts that will be a hit with any gamer that owns a PlayStation 4.

Samsung Gear VR is a cost effective VR solution that turns a smartphone into a portable VR Station. The Samsung Gear VR is a headset that goes over the eyes and gives the illusion of 3D environments to whoever wears it.

Another one of our Virtual Reality gifts. The Freefly Mobile Virtual Reality headset borrows *cough* *cough* quite heavily from the Samsung VR, but still manages to put its own spin on things. The package comes with a blue tooth controller that can be waved around by the user during operation. Looks silly but works great. 

Microsoft’s current flagship console just got a whole lot better with the inclusion of EA’s AAA title, Battlefield One. Players will find themselves in the trenches of World War One, all rendered perfectly by the performance model Xbox One S. A great gamer’s bundle if ever there was one.

Sony sent their PlayStation 4 to fat camp and when it returned it was the mean slimmed down compact version that you see before you. It offers all the performance of a standard PS 4 in a smaller package and with lower power consumption.

Nintendo digs deep with a reboot of its 3Ds, in the looks department anyway. It features all the latest technologies that you would expect to find in a Nintendo device, including face tracking and NFC support. Gamers that still have their old 3DS games will be happy to know that they can pop them into the 3DS XL to relive the good old days. Sigh.

That shiny new 4K TV that you got yourself is looking lonely. Real lonely. Why not pair it with a 4K console like the PlayStation 4 Pro then? Experience next gen graphics at face melting frames per second and you won’t remember how you coped with dusty old FHD resolutions. A great gift for the PlayStation fans out there!

Nintendo came to the market with this unique console a while back, and it has seen some positive reviews and consumer uptake for all of its trouble. This package ships with a docking station, carry case and charger for gamers to make use of.

Nostalgia isn’t what it used to be, and here is a case in point. If you have children and wish to punish them, then lock their next gen consoles away and leave this out for them to play instead. This is an effective way to get your children to complete their chores in record time. For the rest of us this gift is a trip down memory lane. (Memory lane is 8 bits wide, if you were wondering)

If using a game emulator offends your moral fiber (and if it doesn’t, shame on you!) then this official Sega Genesis Classic Game console could be the salve to your moral dilemma. Simply pop in your old Sega cartridges and away you go, old school at its finest is back in your living room. A worthy addition to our list of retro gifts.

If your current desk doesn’t have a cup holder for your Slurpy Cup, then you need to reevaluate your life choices my friend. The Atlantic Desk has this, plus much more, including individual storage platforms for your peripherals and gadgets. A Gift that is going to be difficult to hide, but it will be wholeheartedly appreciated!

If you’ve ever been sitting at your desk and suddenly wished that you were sitting in your car instead, then this MX product is just for you. This office chair has all of the ergonomics and lumber support that you would expect from a high performance sports car seat, but with wheels. If you're looking for gaming gifts that have the wow factor, this gift is for you!

Gamers with a desire to play the best titles on a premium device would do well to get their hands on the ASUS ROG GL702VM. This is a 17” laptop with a GTX 1060 and an Intel Core i7-7700HQ CPU shoe horned into its slim laptop body. Did I mention that its VR Ready as well? This makes it one of our most awesome gifts! If someone would like to gift this to me, I would be eternally grateful.

PCs are a difficult item to shop for at the best of times. This is due in part to the fact that there is a mountain of peripheral choices to be had at any given time, with newer and better parts always around the corner. Choose wisely.

This is a modern PC that can run 2018’s titles with very little limitations. If you are a fan of Ultra high detail with all settings maxed out then you might be disappointed here, but this is a great mid ranged PC that will game with no issues.

This is one of those gifts for people who love cosplay. Halo fans are notorious for dressing up, and this little number is a firm favorite in their circles. The helmet looks great and is sure to be the pride and joy of any fan of FPS cosplay. Don’t expect much head protection though, as it is just a novelty item. And Jill from Human Resources wants to see you.

If you have a webcast or a YouTube channel that needs a unique looking little microphone, then this could work out quite well for you. It features a tripod stand and is quite sturdy. As it is a condenser mic, expect great voice quality with minimal background noise.

If the gamer in your life has told you that they “need more space” then they could have been subtly hinting at a gift idea, like the SteelSeries QcK XXL Mouse Pad! The area that it provides is huge, and poor mouse response is sure to be a thing of the past.

Have you ever looked at your mousepad and wondered why there is no RGB lighting on it? Razer has, so they made the Firefly Chroma Custom Lightinh Hard Mouse Pad. The mousepad provides a smooth surface for your mouse to glide over, and the lighting adds to your existing RGD. Rad.

The Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller is a serious implement of carnage, designed to show your enemies who’s boss. The controller features interchangeable components and even comes in its own carry case. Showing up to an Xbox Tournament with your own controller also looks pretty cool.

Looking for gifts for a future racing driver? Then this gift is must. Having a steering wheel and pedals is the ultimate driving sim controller for many, so it should come as no surprise that peripheral masters, Logitech have a tasty trick up their sleeves with the Driving Force G920 Racing Wheel. It is a quality controller with excellent responsiveness.

4K Smart TV prices have started to plummet in recent months, but their feature sets keep growing and growing. This fine example comes with a built in Roku player, taking care of all of your streaming IP TV needs. Couch potatoes rejoice.

Ever wondered what it means to be ahead of the curve? Me neither. But anyway, here we have a 4K Curved 49-Inch TV from Samsung. It offers fantastic viewing angles and unparalleled viewer immersion, making you feel like you are inside the action on your screen.

Link and Zelda team up as king and queen and try to take on the dark forces of Ganondorf and Twinrova on the battlefield. Fans of the video game series will be right at home on the chess board, adding a modern twist to this age old game of skill.

Remember everyone, it’s not a toy, it’s an action figure. This particular one is a 21” scale Warthog Vehicle and Master Chief that both come together as a set. This is a collectable item and could be a worthy addition to your collection.

This is a clever adaption of the classic board game Monopoly. Fallout’s 1950’s styling lends itself quite well to the format of table top games such as Monopoly, so you can expect a few modern twists to the classic game. Play in a nuclear bunker for maximum authenticity.

Gunnar Optiks are leaders in the eyewear field when it comes to events and gamer wear. The amber tint of these glasses helps to relax the eyes and prevents eye strain and headaches. It also provides superior contrast and can help players by improving their performance

Another one for the retro gifts available out there and If you were a video game rat back in the day, then this item is sure to bring back some memories. Officially licensed by Sony, the Hori Real Arcade Pro 4 is a high quality controller that brings all the analogue charm of a coin op game.

Laser tag was really popular and it still has a big fan base in some parts, but finding a venue can be tricky. This Two Player Laser Set from Laser X can bring a bit of fun to your living space, and can be a great way to decide who has to do the dishes after dinner.

This soundbar puts out some serious noise without distorting or sounding flat. Perfectly balanced, the Sonos PLAYBAR TV is perfect for your entertainment area and is bound to be the center of your TV setup. Wireless transmission and a beefy subwoofer are just a few notable features that come with this unit. One of our more expensive gifts, but it will no doubt be one of those gifts that will cause much envy.

This is a Bluetooth soundbar that offers great sound quality and stereo. This is a basic device but is more than enough for devices such as TVs, mobile phone and anything else that can be paired via a Bluetooth connection. If your TV is under 42” then this soundbar could be for you.