Gifts for Gamers

Gamers usually own the games they want, so the safest gifts are accessories, store credit, or something that brings the hobby into the room: art books, a game café, a comfortable setup.

15 ideas to start from

Board-game café evening

Book a table at a board-game café and let the staff teach you something new.

$25–50experience

Mechanical keyboard

A satisfying typing upgrade for people who write, code or game all day.

$50–100fun

Retro handheld console

Hundreds of classic-style games in the pocket; nostalgia for adults, novelty for teens.

$50–100fun

Art book of a game they love

Concept-art books show how their favourite game world was designed.

$25–50fun

Desk mat or mouse pad, extra large

A big, smooth mat makes a gaming or work desk look tidier and helps aim.

Under $25practical

Gaming headset

Clear voice chat and better sound for someone who plays online with friends.

$50–100practical

Game controller or accessory

A second controller, a comfortable headset or charging dock for someone who plays every week.

$50–100practical

Gaming gift card

When you don't know their library, credit on their platform lets them choose the exact game.

$25–50practical

Controller charging stand

No more dead controllers mid-session; tidy and practical.

Under $25practical

Sibling day out

Plan a day doing something you loved together as kids, now as adults.

$25–50experience

Date-night box

Snacks, a game and a film suggestion bundled for a night in.

$25–50homemade

Large-print crossword or puzzle books

A daily brain workout for grandparents who love puzzles.

Under $20practical

Kids' science kit

Crystal-growing, slime or volcano kits make a rainy afternoon an experiment.

Under $25fun

Building bricks set

Open-ended construction toys suit a wide age range; pick the set by their current obsession.

$25–50fun

Novelty desk toy

A tiny newton's cradle, fidget toy or desk zen garden; perfect for gift swaps.

Under $20fun

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Tips for choosing

  • Check which platform they use before buying credit or games.
  • Accessories like headsets and controllers depend on platform too.
  • For tabletop fans, a new board game or a board-game café night works.

New to this? Our guide to choosing a gift explains why recipients and givers judge gifts differently.

Questions

What do you get a gamer who has all the games?

Comfort and setup upgrades (headset, big desk mat, charging stand), an art book of their favourite game, or store credit for their platform.

Is a gaming gift card a good present?

Yes, especially if you are unsure what they own. Make sure it matches their platform.

What are good gifts for board gamers?

A new modern game in a genre they like, card sleeves or an organiser insert, or an evening at a board-game café.