Gifts for gamers aren't nearly as big of an issue as they might've been a decade ago. Google is just a few clicks away, after all, and if you know your gamer well, locating a neat little gift should hardly be a problem! However. Ideas don't always come easy, and trust us when we say that we've all been there, if you're looking for good gifts for gamers.

Either way, we're here to help! We've assembled a hefty list of goodies both physical and virtual for you to check out. From tasteful gaming periphery all the way to collectors' must-haves, we believe we've got a bit of everything for everyone included. Gifts are separated into pricing categories, too. That way, you can jump right into the desired sweet spot for your gift, whether that be a video game, a Game Pass, a gaming console, a mouse pad, or a cool pair of gaming socks! Indeed, whether you're buying for casual gamers or a gaming fanatic, we've got you covered.

It's worth pointing out, too, that you can always find a whole bunch of your favorite games on sale right here at 2Game. If you'd like to get your gamer a specific favorite game, or any new game, that'll be your best bet!

Best Gifts for Gamers Under $10

 

Destiny Generalist Ghost Shell Figure

Far as Destiny fans go, this small vinyl figurine of the Traditionalist Ghost Shell may well be one of the things they universally find emblematic of Bungie's flagship IP. If you know your gamer plays Destiny and they don't yet have this little slice of the game's history, the figure is a safe bet.

Final Fantasy Save Progress Bookmark

Is your gamer also a reader? If so, there can never be enough bookmarks around. Why not give them a cutesy Final Fantasy-themed one? A perfect match for the job it's designed to do and a monument to gaming history? Not bad.

World's Smallest UNO Cards

Are these a hoot or what? Not only is the world's smallest deck of UNO cards perfect for out-of-pocket gaming, but it's also just the right size for a quick match with your partner or pal while you wait for your matchmaking to wrap up!

Of Course! Riddle Book

Keeping your mind razor-sharp is important. Crucial, even. For readers, in particular, one way to go about doing this in-between bouts of gaming is to read riddle-books. We found that 'Of Course!' offers a phenomenal bang for your buck, and it might even be a bit of a must-have if you're into this sort of stuff.

Reusable Cable Ties

No matter what anyone tells you, dealing with cables is a losing battle in the long run. Keeping your gaming space neat and tidy is one of the most important things you should be doing to make your gaming experience less stressful, and this pack of Flexi Ties not only looks nice, but it's also perfectly reusable. Very useful.

Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer

This one's a tiny bit over $10, sure, but we reckon it's worth the upbeat. Fans of tea and coffee will agree: having your beverage go cold because your SSD loads games way too fast to take a sip between rounds is no fun at all. With this mug warmer, that'll hardly be a concern.

Nintendo NES Cartridge Drink Coasters

Cup and glass coasters are underrated. Or, rather, they're a bit of a necessity if your goal is to keep your table more or less unscathed over the years. These NES cartridge coasters promise to do just that all the while looking like, well, game cartridges. And Super Mario Bros and Zelda game cartridges at that. It's cool!

SOXY Classic Cotton Gaming Socks

Yes, we know - it's socks. But hey, socks are useful. Better still, socks like these are universally awesome on top of being useful. We find it hard to imagine anybody over the age of 18 won't be able to appreciate these lovely cotton legbags.

Best Gifts for Gamers Under $25

 

Xbox Game Pass - 3 Months

Xbox Game Pass is a one-size-fits-all gift that you definitely don't want to ignore. Owners get three months' worth of unlimited gaming on all Xbox consoles and PCs and over a hundred top-tier games that everyone wants to play. Microsoft keeps adding more titles to Game Pass every week, so whether you're on the lookout for a top role playing game, a new game, or any of your favorite games, you can't go wrong with this one! I mean, for PC and Xbox players, why buy 1 video game when you could get access to over 100!

Blood, Sweat, and Pixels by Schrier

As you may or may not know, Jason Schrier is one of the all-time-greats in gaming journalism. The man has worked on many, many stories over the years that have been outright monumental. His book, Blood, Sweat, and Pixels: The Triumphant, Turbulent Stories Behind How Video Games Are Made is a mouthful. However, it's also a must-read for anyone with an even passing interest in gamedev.

Luminoodle LED Strips

Alright, sure, the Luminoodle LED set isn't top-of-the-line far as screen backlighting goes, but it sure is an affordable way to upgrade your room's general appeal and enhance your gaming experience. Coincidentally, this also makes it a phenomenal gift idea on a budget for you PC gamer!

VicTsing Mouse Pad

Is your gamer in need of a substantially large, well-made mouse pad? We think the snazzy VicTsing pad shown above very well could do the trick and without breaking the bank. Of course, it's not peppered with RGB on all of its sides, but this snazzy mouse pad will fit into any battlestation without so much as a hassle.

HyperX Wrist-Rest

It's difficult to overstate just how important comfort is during extended playing sessions. While not everyone needs a wrist-rest, many people do, and in those cases, you definitely want to get something that's tried-and-true, for maximum effect. This comfy bugger from HyperX should do the trick in most cases, we think.

Thermos Nissan Intak Bottle

Hydration is crucial, we're sure the good folk over at r/hydrohomies would agree. Water is your best friend in general, but especially during extended playing sessions. Before you ask - no, energy drinks shouldn't be your main source of hydration. Though, technically, we suppose you could fill up this snazzy water bottle with half a liter of Monster, too. Not that you should... but you could.

MANCRO Laptop Backpack

Is your gamer in possession of a laptop? If so, they definitely need a good satchel to lug it around in. Now, chances are that they do have one, but is it cooler than this all-in-one ultra-backpack? This particular Mancro offering is water-resistant, offers a handy USB charging port, and comes with an anti-theft lock on top of all that. 15.6, by the way.

Nyx Titanium Dice

We'll concede that not everyone needs gaming dice, but we do think everyone would be happy to get this wonderful set of Nyx Titanium polyhedral lovelies. Not only are the dice themselves masterfully crafted, but they also come in an engraved wooden box that just begs to be displayed somewhere front-and-center.

Don't Bother Me Right Meow T-Shirt

"Ugh," you might be thinking. "A shirt?" But come on - look at that thing. It's cute. And it somehow manages to avoid that generically outdated "gamer" aesthetic that is almost always plastered over "gaming" clothes. It's neat!

IKEA FIXA Cable Management Set

IKEA is one of those brands you honestly can't go wrong with. If you're Swedish or alien, at least. Far as IKEA Fixa goes, however, it's a real boon for cable management. We'd even go so far as to bill it a must-have, in fact. This fairly inexpensive 114-piece cable management kit will get your gear sorted out in no time whatsoever, trust us.

Best Gifts for Gamers Under $50

 

Xbox Game Pass - 6 Months

It's the Game Pass, but half a year's worth of it. Forza, Halo, Gears, Batman - all yours. Or, rather, your favorite gamer's, after you give them this lovely gift-card. It's the definition of a great gift!

Logitech G305

There are many mice on the market, but when it comes to playing your favorite video game, we believe none of them come close to the universal appeal of the classic Logitech G305. No, really, this thing is a beast, but it sure doesn't look the part. Fast, reliable, and with what seems like ridiculously long battery life, the G305 is one of the best mice on the market, all the while remaining affordable and appealing across the board.

IKEA SKÅDIS

IKEA strikes again, this time with their phenomenally customizable SKÅDIS pegboard which is, coincidentally, one of r/battlestations' favorite items. It's hard to overstate its usefulness, granted. Using IKEA's own selection of hooks, shelves, and containers that are all compatible with SKÅDIS, you can nudge your gamer into creating the ultimate display/utility combo while taking up an absolute minimum of horizontal space.

COZOO Headset Stand

We weren't going to include a headset stand because we've already got SKÅDIS on the list, but the COZOO stand shown above goes one step beyond that with its added utility. It's got three extra USB slots, so it also works as a splitter for charging and whatever else you think your gamer will appreciate!

SEGA Genesis Mini

Is the gamer you're about to gift a bit of a nostalgic one? Do they yearn for the days of their youth, when the gaming console SEGA Genesis was all the rage? Help them out with that using the awesome SEGA Genesis Mini console. All the cool 90s nostalgia in a handy and portable package, including 40 video games! Plug and play, they'll love you for it.

Bluelounge CableBox

We're back at it again with organization items, yes. But look, gift or no gift, these things are absolutely awesome for keeping a tidy office/gaming cave.  They're good gifts! Bluelounge CableBox, for example, hides away all your extension cords in neat little boxes that look like they've been designed by Apple. It's great!

Spiral Dice Roller Tower

Does your gamer already have top-tier RPG dice at hand? Well, surely they can't possibly have as sleek a dice roller such as this one. Perfect for both Dungeons and Dragons and Magic: The Gathering, as well as everything in-between.

PlayStation Classic

PlayStation Classic is, well, a classic. Much like the SEGA Genesis console we mentioned above, it's going to make your favorite gamer very happy no matter the occasion - if you can get your paws on it. Prices vary a whole lot, and though it is possible to get one under $50, there's no telling if you'll have the chance to do so. So, maybe a pipe-dream?

Jenga TETRIS Edition

Jenga and TETRIS. If that's not a match made in heaven, we don't know what is. A phenomenal gift if you're looking to spend more quality time with your favorite gamer, but without necessarily foregoing gaming sessions altogether. Beware, though: word is that these are kinda rare, so grab one if you're at all interested in it. And if you can't get your hands on it, there's always your favourite Tetris video game on an original Game Boy as a backup.

Bulbasaur Ceramic Planter

Pokemon is cool. Plants, too, are coincidentally pretty darn cool. This obvious combination of the two is awesome in just about every way possible. If you're looking to gift a neat little succulent to your gamer, then this may well be the way to go about things!

Best Gifts for Gamers Under $100

 

Razer Kishi Android Gamepad

If you've spotted your favorite gamer playing something on their phone from time to time, and if you want to get them a top-tier phone gaming gift, Razer Kishi is probably your best bet. This collapsible telescopic gamepad nestles in one's hands perfectly, all the while cradling their phone and delivering awesome gaming performance across the board.

BirdRock Comfy Gaming Chair

What would the best gifts for gamers 2020 list be without a chair to tie it all together? This memory foam floor chair offers no less than 14 adjustable positions for your gamer to crawl into, and will undoubtedly ensure a comfortable gaming session no matter what shape or form your gamer comes in.

Keychron K8 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

Slowly but certainly, Keyhcron keebs have become synonymous with quality at affordable prices. Granted, 'affordable' stands to reason only in the context of mechanical keyboards at large, which is a microcosm all of its own. Regardless! What you're getting with K8 is a universally well-designed and reliable wireless keyboard that's going to look awesome on just about any desk. That, of course, includes your gamer's desk, too.

Home Computers: 100 Icons that Defined a Digital Generation

Another lovingly-crafted book for the more technically inclined, Home Computers: 100 Icons that Defined a Digital Generation describes entire eras of computing tech with the kind of character you won't easily find. It's a real hoot, and the pictures and illustrations are just a cherry on top of this wonderful package.

Raspberry Pi 4 - 4GB Starter Kit

A Raspberry Pi is a wonderful thing in the right hands. If you believe your gamer could turn this little beastie into, say, an ultimate all-in-one emulation beast, then you've got your winning prize at the ready. There's a variety of different models available, depending on how much RAM you think they'll need, and the 8 GB model falls squarely under the $100 price point.

Razer Firefly RGB Mousepad

The Razer Firefly is essentially a god-tier RGB mouse mat. Sounds simple, right? The secret of its pricepoint, however, is twofold: first is the fact that this is Razer, and second is that Firefly offers industry-leading RGB. No other mouse-mat can reach quite the same heights as Firefly can, and if that's what you think your gamer needs, well, there you go.

Xbox Adaptive Controller

It's a simple truth that people with disabilities of all sorts usually get the short end of the stick when it comes to gaming periphery. Thankfully, the incredibly awesome Xbox Adaptive Controller is now here, and it's downright unbeatable. Not that there's much in the way of competition, but that's all the same with this beastie. It's compatible (or can be made compatible) with just about any platform under the sun, and we do think it's a must-have for gamers with disabilities.

Seagate Backup Plus Slim - 2TB External Hard Drive

In these trying times, a top tier video game often goes over 100 GB in size, and that's no good for hard drives and SSDs that haven't really kept up with rising size requirements. If your gamer often complains about space constraints, why not bless them with a badass 2TB external hard drive from Seagate?

ECHOGEAR Dual Monitor Stand

Is your gamer plagued with default monitor stands that just take up a ridiculous amount of space on their desk? Do they, by chance, have two monitors that could use with an alternative mounting mechanism? ECHOGEAR's awesome gas-spring arms are extremely flexible and versatile and will turn your gamer's desk into something that could actually be used for storing things.

When Price is not a Concern: Best Gifts for Gamers 2020

 

Xbox Elite Series 2 Gamepad

You'll be hard-pressed to find a better high-end controller than Xbox Elite Series 2. At the MSRP of $180, though, that's about to be expected, of course! High-quality metal and plastics meshed in a universally appropriate design are only enhanced further with the addition of metal paddles on the back. Bless your favorite gamer with this bad boy and watch them love you forever.

Yamaha YAS-108 Soundbar

One of the best soundbars around, Yamaha's own YAS-108 isn't easily matched when it comes to style and sound quality combined. The full feature list is appropriately hefty - much as you'd expect from a soundbar at this price point. It's also way more stylish than traditional speaker sets, so if you think your gamer needs a soundbar, this may well be the one.

NANOLEAF Wall Lights

There's really not much we could say about the legendary Nanoleaf that's not already been said. Fully customizable and wonderfully modular, Nanoleaf patterns may be high in price, but they more than make up for this with sheer style. A perfect gift for those who are looking to spruce things up a tad!

Arcade Rig Cofee Table

This wonderful thingie may well be a niche product, but if your gamer is interested in arcade gaming, it's not going to just be one of the best gifts for gamers in 2020, but the entire decade! For all the work that goes into making one of these bad boys, $300 is an absolute steal. What would be your top old school video game to play?

Samsung CHG90 49-inch Ultrawide

Looking for a gift to top all the gifts your gamer has ever received? Samsung's incredible 49-inch curved ultrawide 144Hz monitor is probably your best bet. It's essentially the ultimate package of everything a modern gamer could wish for in a monitor. Not to mention what a looker it is, even when it's turned off.

Nintendo Switch Lite

One of the greatest handheld consoles ever created, Nintendo Switch Lite offers everything the "big" console does, but in a smaller and even more portable package. It also looks pretty damn cool, and it's going to afford your favorite gamer hundreds and hundreds of hours of fun on the go. Especially if they are a Super Mario Bros fan!

Razer Blade 15

There are many, many awesome gaming laptops to choose from in 2020. There's only one Razer Blade 15, however, and there's a good reason for it to be as coveted a device as it is. While hardware itself is powerful, you can get it in a wide variety of other laptops, too. The brushed aluminum shell, however, is uniquely designed and it looks amazing. Blade 15 is blessed with great performance, phenomenal quality, and awesome looks. The price, of course, is appropriately high!

Corsair K95 Platinum

What would a list of best gifts for gamers be without a top-of-the-line Corsair product? The popular periphery maker's absolute pinnacle of keyboard technology is a veritable tank and offers a typing and gaming experience that you'll get basically nowhere else. Granted, it does look gamer-y, but when it's this good, we hardly even care!

Valve Index VR Kit

A VR video game enthusiast? We feel that it's important to say that, when it comes to VR, nothing beats Valve Index. Nothing. Sure, most other VR headsets are fine, but they all pale in comparison to Steam's ultimate virtual reality offering. Naturally, it's also appropriately expensive on top of needing a rather hefty set of hardware to run games well. That said, this may well be the most coveted gaming gift anyone could wish for, even when compared with all the other entries on this 'best gifts for gamers' list put together. Take that as you will!

Is this the ultimate Best Gifts for Gamers List in 2020?

We don't know, you tell us! Do you think you've got your gamer-gifts pinpointed after going through our list? We hope we've provided you with plenty of ideas, if nothing else. And yeah, don't forget that you can also check out the full roster of games we've got on sale here at 2Game. Happy gaming, and happier gift-giving to you!

Gifts for gamers aren’t nearly as big of an issue as they might’ve been a decade ago. Google is just a few clicks away, after all, and if you know your gamer well, locating a neat little gift should hardly be a problem! However. Ideas don’t always come easy, and trust us when we say […]