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Video Game Gifts: Consoles, Controllers & Gaming Setup Upgrades
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items Gaming is a big part of how our family and friends hang out, especially during the holidays. Whether you are shopping for a new console or upgrading a gamer's setup, these are the consoles, controllers, headsets, and desk upgrades that have been big ...
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Consoles & Controllers
Gaming Headsets, Mice & Keyboards
Gaming Chairs, Monitors & Setup Upgrades
Consoles & Controllers
Consoles and controllers that make great big gifts for the holidays.
The Xbox Series X is my brother's pick, and Game Pass gives our family a huge library of games for one subscription. Games load fast and look stunning on our TV, and the console runs cool and quiet. It is a great value for gamers who like to try lots...
Xbox Series X Console
The Steam Deck lets my partner play PC games from the couch or on long trips, and he absolutely loves it. It runs most of our existing Steam library, so there was no need to buy games again. The controls are comfortable for long sessions, and it is a...
Valve Steam Deck Portable Handheld
The Nintendo Switch OLED is the console our kids fight over, and the bright screen makes handheld play look amazing. We dock it for family game nights and take it on road trips, too. It is durable, easy for young kids to use, and it has kept our fami...
Nintendo Switch OLED Model with Neon Joy-Con
The PlayStation Portal lets my teenager keep playing his PlayStation games in bed while the TV is in use. It streams from the console over our home WiFi, and the screen looks crisp and bright. It has ended a lot of arguments over the living room TV, ...
PlayStation Portal Remote Player
The PlayStation Five Slim is the console our family plays together most, and it is smaller and quieter than the original. Load times are lightning fast, and the DualSense controller makes games feel more immersive. It fits neatly under our TV, and it...
PlayStation 5 Console Slim
Mario Kart World is the game that gets everyone in our house off the couch cheering. My kids, my partner, and even my parents race together, and it is fun no matter your skill level. The new open world tracks are gorgeous, and it is a must have for a...
Mario Kart World for Nintendo Switch 2
The Switch Two Pro Controller is a big comfort upgrade for longer gaming sessions. It feels more like a traditional controller in my hands, and we only charge it every few days. My son uses it for his favorite adventure games, and he says he plays be...
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller
Gaming Headsets, Mice & Keyboards
Gear that makes online play clearer, faster, and more comfortable.
We think the Logitech G Pro Wireless mouse is light, fast, and incredibly responsive for competitive games. My nephew switched to it and says he notices the difference in his aim right away. The battery lasts a long time, and it has no annoying cable...
Logitech G Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse
I love that the Logitech G PRO X TKL keyboard is compact, wireless, and has satisfying tactile keys. The tenkeyless design leaves more room for mouse movement on my son's small desk in our home office. The white finish and lighting look great in his ...
Logitech G PRO X TKL Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Keyboard
This Razer BlackShark wired headset is an affordable pick that sounds great and stays comfortable for hours. The noise cancelling mic makes my teen sound clear to our friends and family online. It works with his PC and console, and it has held up wel...
Razer BlackShark V2 X Wired Gaming Headset
The Razer Viper Pro is an ultralight wireless mouse built for serious competitive players. My nephew says it glides effortlessly and tracks perfectly during fast games. I know it is a premium pick, but for the gamer in our family who plays every day,...
Razer Viper V3 Pro Mouse
The HyperX Cloud III is known for comfort, and I can confirm my son wears it for hours without complaint. The memory foam ear cups feel soft, and the sound is clear and immersive. It works with his PC, PlayStation, and Switch, and the sturdy frame ha...
HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset
This CORSAIR CORE keyboard is a full size mechanical keyboard with smooth, satisfying keys and bright lighting. My partner uses it for both gaming and work, and the volume dial is so handy. We find it solid and well built, and I think it offers excel...
CORSAIR K70 CORE RGB Gaming Keyboard
The Turtle Beach Stealth headset is wireless, so my daughter can game from the couch without cords everywhere. The battery lasts through our long weekend sessions, and the sound is rich and clear. It pairs easily with our Xbox, and the white finish m...
Turtle Beach Stealth Gen 3 Wireless Headset for Xbox
The Ultimate Two controller from this retro gaming brand works with our PC and Switch, and it comes with a handy charging dock. The hall effect sticks resist drift, which was a big problem with our older controllers. It feels great in my hands, and i...
8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Gaming Controller
Gaming Chairs, Monitors & Setup Upgrades
Chairs, screens, and lighting that level up any gaming corner.
This black and white gaming chair gave my son proper back support for long gaming and homework sessions. The adjustable height and recline make it comfortable for his growing frame. It looks sharp in his room, and we have noticed he spends far less t...
Gaming Chair in Black and White
This compact gaming desk fits perfectly in my son's small bedroom, and the built in power outlet keeps cords tidy. The lights add a fun glow to his setup without extra clutter. It was easy for us to assemble in about an hour, and I think it feels stu...
Compact Gaming Desk with Built-In Lights and Power Outlet
We love how the Govee curtain lights turned my daughter's gaming wall into a colorful backdrop she controls from her phone. She can display animations and sync them to music, which looks amazing in photos. They were easy for us to hang, and they make...
Govee RGBIC Curtain Lights
The Philips Hue Play light bars sit behind our TV and sync colors with the game on screen. It makes every gaming session and movie night feel more immersive for our whole family. They connect with our other Hue lights, and they look sleek and nearly ...
Philips Hue Play Smart Light Bar
This extended mouse pad covers my son's entire desk, giving his keyboard and mouse a smooth, consistent surface. The waterproof top wipes clean after our spilled drinks, and the grippy base never slides. It is an inexpensive upgrade that I think make...
Extended XXL Gaming Mouse Pad
This SanDisk Pokemon memory card gave our Switch plenty of room for all our downloaded games. My kids loved the design, and I no longer have to delete games to make space for new ones. It installed in seconds, and it is a great stocking stuffer for a...
SanDisk Pokemon microSD Card for Nintendo Switch
This charging dock and storage station keeps all our Switch Two controllers charged and our game cartridges organized in one place. Before this, our TV stand was a tangle of cables and loose games. Now my kids know exactly where everything goes, and ...
All-in-One Charging Dock and Storage Station for Nintendo Switch 2
The Samsung Odyssey curved monitor made a huge difference in my son's gaming setup. The fast refresh rate keeps motion smooth, and the sharp picture looks great for games and school work alike. The curve feels immersive without taking up too much of ...
Samsung Odyssey G55C Curved QHD Gaming Monitor