Christmas Gifts for Video Game Lovers

The term ‘gamers’ covers a broad range of people, from modern console warriors and PC players, who love picking up the latest gaming tech to give them the edge in competitive play, to retro enthusiasts who want a jolt of nostalgia. As such, shopping for the gamer in your life can be notoriously hard.

But fear not, here we’ve compiled some top gift ideas for gamers of all ages be they hard core or casual, next gen or retro, and all points in between!

Consoles

If you’re looking for that big gift that’s going to impress, then the latest console is sure to wow any fan of video games. There are a few options out there and researching the wants and needs of what your gamer loves is key to getting the right thing.

Nintendo are known for great, family-friendly gaming and their latest console, the Switch 2, combines portable and home gaming in one. Able to connect to the TV for up to 4k resolution, you can also remove it from the dock to take with you on the go! If you want a similar experience for a little less cost, why not try out the original Nintendo Switch?

For retro gamers, you can pick up an array of miniature arcade machines that bring the feel of coin-operated fun into the home. Orb Gaming’s 240 in 1 mini arcade brings familiar gaming experiences together in one cabinet, whilst the legendary Pac-Man continues to appear in many fans including a desktop arcade and plug and play versions.

Video Games

The core of gaming is the video games themselves. From wild and unexpected worlds travelling through a galaxy far, far away and becoming part of the Star Wars universe or competitive sports like playing with your favourite football stars in FC26, discover stories of wonder on your screen.

Many well-known video game series have continued to release games into the modern age including Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, Pokémon and Crash Bandicoot. All of these have had classic games remastered for newer consoles as well as new additions to their libraries in recent years.

Of course, there’s always original and innovative games being released all the time so it’s worth keeping an eye on what’s coming out and when, to pick up exciting games that push boundaries and bring fun to your home.

Controllers and Accessories

Controllers and accessories can be ideal gifts for gamers as it opens up the multiplayer options for them, as well as levels up their gaming set up. Nintendo consoles often have motion sensor controls and so accessories that add to the feel of the game can really enhance the experience. Take, for example, a Joy-Con Sports Kit that can make it feel like you’re really swinging a racquet or bat. Alternatively, you can pick up joystick style controllers for your Play Station console to bring that sense of button bashing fun from the arcades to your living room.

Cameras and microphones make for gaming online, or even streaming, that extra bit exciting so you can chat and play at the same time, and carry cases protect your gear when gaming on the go.

For the gamer who has their own den, why not pick up some cool and quirky lighting and wall art? Create a cosy gaming space with posters of their favourite franchises or lighting that lends an intense atmosphere for battling it out on screen, with designs from gaming’s iconic moments to add another element.

Memorabilia and Action Figures

Gaming memorabilia is a great way to bring the fun from the screen into the real world and makes an ideal gift for those who may already have all the games they want but would enjoy another way to show their fandom for them.

For example, fans of Minecraft can pick up everything from toys to LEGO sets, games, plushies, and backpacks to immerse themselves further into the block building world.

Others may find collectibles more up their street, with action figures being great for playing out story lines of your own, as well as posing and displaying them around a games room.

Sonic the Hedgehog has plenty of creative and colourful characters who feature as figures and in playsets. The super-fast blue hedgehog has been an icon of gaming since 1991 and has continued to thrive in games and beyond since then. As such, toys, games, books and other merchandise are easy to come by. With a Funko Pop! range too, you can collect these anthropomorphic animal heroes as beloved vinyl figures for display.

Similarly, Super Mario and co. continually pop up outside of the gaming arena in their own LEGO kits, or even as Hot Wheels cars that pay homage to the legendary Mario Kart series of games.

Pokémon fans have over 1,000 battling creatures to choose from when it comes to the in-game fun of exploring a unique world and collecting and trading these brilliant beasts. Consequently, there’s a myriad of magnificent items to explore featuring different Pokémon and their various forms. Figures, board games, construction sets and soft toys are just some of the items available.

Horror game fans aren’t left out either with creepy figurines from franchises like Five Nights at Freddy’s are able to add an eerie aura to any setting.

Gifts for Younger Gamers

Younger gamers need not be left out of the fun with Fortnite toys making it great to bring the action of the battle to life. Branded NERF blasters and LEGO allow for the wild and wacky world of the game to come to you.

Roblox offers up a virtual universe to share adventures in and millions of user created games within the game. The potential for merchandising is endless and there are toys, figures and games that represent some of the most popular in-game experiences.

Whatever the gamer you’re looking for loves, The Entertainer has a massive amount of brilliant Christmas ideas for them and others. Browse our Christmas toys today and take home the perfect present that they’re sure to love.

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