If you have a gamer boyfriend, you’ll know very much how hard it is to pick gifts for them especially if you aren’t a gamer yourself. You get easily confused which latest consoles to get as this is not really in your radar. Asking them directly spoils the fun! So if you’re looking for the best gift ideas for gamers, this list is perfect for you!
1) Retro Insert Coin Keychain
If they spent most of their childhood playing arcade games with their friends, then a gift that will take them to a trip down memory lane is the best pick. How about giving them this Retro Insert Coin Keychain that reminds them of coin slots in old arcade games? Made from diecast metal and plastic, this nostalgic accessory recreates the look of original arcade machine coin doors that they are very much familiar with. Your significant other will feel the nostalgia of the old times. A gamer will always love the first game he ever played. It’s the most affordable item on the list as well, so it’s a great gift even if you’re on a budget!
2) USB C Wall Charger
Having a great game will have your boyfriend glued to their gadget all day. As much as his gadget would like to cooperate with his non-stop enthusiasm and endurance,these devices have battery packs that deplete over time and they will have to be charged. Draining the battery down to 0% is a huge no-no, so it’s essential to keep their devices up and running without reducing its performance in the long run. This USB C Wall Charger is perfect for the moments when you just do not want to put down your game even if your console has a low battery.
3) Nintendo Switch
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This is a must-have for every gamer. Nintendo has brought its A-game in providing portable gaming to its fans and made it more flexible for on-the-go users and stay-at-home gamers. Nintendo Switch is sleek, durable, has tons of variety of games, great and unique features and it is a power-packed device. In just a few steps, you can enjoy the same game on a handheld unit and a home console for the price of one! Don’t let your gamer miss out on the joys of Nintendo Switch. You might enjoy it as well with its multiplayer feature and 2-player-friendly games. There is so much to do with a Nintendo Switch that you might be converted and buy yourself one.
4) PacMan Ghost Lighting Table Lamp
$29.99 in stock
1 used from $28.49
One of the most classic games for every gamer is PacMan. It has been around for ages and it is still as good as you first played it. Get your gamer boyfriend a PacMan Ghost Lighting Table Lamp to spruce up his desk. Featuring one of the most iconic video game characters of all time, this lamp will remind them of their childhood every time they turn it on. It also features 9 phasing colors that can react to music if you activate the party mode. Hosting a party? Place this in the living room and it’s sure to be a conversation starter!
5) Playstation Wallet
If they have been a loyal Playstation fan for years ever since the release of its first model, then giving something related to the brand will definitely make their day. He will surely appreciate the care you put into buying him a Playstation wallet for his PS console. This wallet features the design of the original Playstation, and is officially licensed by the brand. Inside, it has several note and card slots as well as a zip-up coin pocket, which makes it a practical item on top of it being a memorabilia. Pick this as a gift, and they’ll thank you for it!