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Top 6 Christmas Gifts For Gamers

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Drew Lewis
| November 15, 2023
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It’s never easy to buy Christmas gifts for gamers, especially if gaming is a foreign concept to you. If you’re tirelessly searching for a gift with no luck, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will help you to find at least one gift you can be sure every gamer wants.

Take a look at these top 6 ideas for inspiration.

LogiTech Stream Cam

When gaming online, a webcam comes in really handy for older gamers. This streaming cam is ideal for gamers who hate having to adjust the camera mid-game. It has super accurate focus and exposure adjustment.

In addition to being used for gaming, this also makes an ideal webcam for business meetings. So, if your recipient works from home and has team meetings to attend, this gift should be top of your list.

New Gaming Monitor

HP OMEN 32q 31.5" QHD IPS 165Hz 5ms RT Freesync Gaming Monitor

As technology advances, gaming monitors become better. They are clearer and the image is crisper, making a better game more possible. There are tons of monitors to choose from but an HP Omen is recommended highly by gamers.

The HP Omen offers a vibrant experience no matter what game is being played. It also comes in a range of different sizes to accommodate the player's space.

Stream Deck

If your recipient enjoys multiplayer gaming, a stream deck is essential. It’s perfect for controlling lighting and music queues on podcasts. Any streamer will quickly realize that multiple controls are needed to stream sufficiently.

When playing multiplayer games with a stream deck, it makes it easier to reach your gaming goals. For instance, if you’re using Star Trek: Infinite cheat codes you’ll need to utilize the console hacks and commands. The more equipment available to the gamer, the easier it is to play.

Wireless Gaming Headset

PlayStation 5 Pulse 3D Wireless Headset

Every gamer needs a wireless gaming headset. All too often, people avoid buying these as gifts because every gamer already has a pair. However, you’ll be surprised how quickly these headsets need to be replaced.

Headsets commonly lose their sound quality over time or the microphone is damaged through extensive use. If you have a gamer recipient to buy for, the latest wireless gaming headsets are a must-have gift.

Gaming Books

Don’t disregard books as a gift for a gamer. There are tons of books that any avid gamer would find interesting. For instance, many gaming books are about the art and creativity of gaming which highlights the beauty of playing video games.

‘Users’ is a great example. It’s a book about the life of a VR game developer and it’s been hugely popular in the gaming world. If nothing else, it makes a perfect stocking filler.

Tracker Watch

Perhaps you know a gamer who spends too much time gaming. A tracker watch will notify a gamer of when it’s time to get up and move around to ensure their physical health stays on track while still being able to enjoy everything that gaming has to offer.

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  • Drew Lewis

    Editor-in-chief at CouchSoup and Emmy winning producer at Redbear, Drew embraces today's media landscape of real-time data, co-creation with fandoms, and branded entertainment. He also likes pugs and has an impressive 80s He-Man toy collection.

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