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Level Up the Holidays with These Gifts for Gamers
Gamers always welcome adding to their collection of games, consoles, accessories, and more
Gamers are always looking for the next great item to fuel their love of the hobby. The best gifts for gamers are great as a birthday gift for gamers, holiday gift, or for any occasion. Accessories are always useful, with gifts for PC gamers including things like a cooling system, wireless speaker, keyboard, optical mouse, mouse pad, and even a webcam for live streaming. For video game console users, an extra wireless or wired controllers (including fun themed ones) will come in handy, as will a gaming headset, gaming furniture, VR headset, Wi-Fi extender, or even smart light panels to make the experience more immersive. Go big with the gift of a console itself, like the Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch. Not sure what they’ll want? Grab a gaming gift card they can use towards the purchase of a new console or to buy the latest and hottest new video game.
Family Fun with Nintendo Switch
If you’re looking for a family-friendly console that makes a great gaming gift, the Nintendo Switch lineup offers fun for every age and play style. Its versatility lets you play at home on the TV or take the action with you on the go.
The Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch OLED, and handheld-only Nintendo Switch Lite continue to deliver the classic hybrid experience fans love, while the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2, launched in 2025, builds on that formula with enhanced performance and portability.
With hundreds of titles spanning beloved franchises like Mario, Pokémon, The Legend of Zelda, Kirby, and Donkey Kong, there’s something for everyone in the Nintendo universe—whether you’re playing solo, with family, or online with friends.
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PlayStation. The best place to play this holiday season.
This holiday, PlayStation 5 continues to deliver cutting-edge gaming with lightning-fast load times, immersive haptic feedback, 3D audio, and stunning 4K visuals. Whether you’re playing on the standard PS5 with disc drive, the sleek PS5 Digital Edition, or the PS5 Pro, you’re stepping into a world of high-fidelity gameplay and blockbuster exclusives.
The PlayStation 4 still offers a deep library of award-winning titles, making it a great entry point into the PlayStation ecosystem. And for players looking to go even deeper, PS VR unlocks a growing collection of over 200 virtual reality games that put you right in the action.
Let Xbox power your gaming dreams this holiday season
The Xbox Series X remains Microsoft’s most powerful console, delivering blazing-fast performance, stunning 4K visuals, and massive backwards compatibility across four generations of Xbox games. The compact Xbox Series S offers the same next-gen experience in a smaller, more affordable package, perfect for digital-first players.
With Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, players unlock access to hundreds of high-quality games, day-one Xbox exclusives, cloud gaming, and online multiplayer—all in one membership. Whether you're upgrading or buying for the first time, Xbox continues to offer exceptional performance, value, and choice for every kind of gamer.
PC Gaming and Virtual Reality
Power up the holidays with high-performance PC gaming gear and immersive VR tech. From advanced graphics cards like the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX series to fast refresh-rate gaming monitors, mechanical keyboards, precision mice, and more—there’s something for every setup.
Step into new worlds with leading VR headsets, including Meta Quest and PlayStation VR, offering boundary-pushing experiences for standalone and console-connected play. For players seeking realism and full-body engagement, explore sim racing and flight simulator gear, including racing wheels, pedals, yokes, and cockpit-style rigs for true-to-life control and immersion. Whether you're building a custom rig or upgrading your current system, explore options that match every budget and play style.
Gift of Comfort with Gaming Furniture
Hours of gaming needs to be supported with the right equipment. Best Buy offers a wide selection of furniture that can keep up marathon gaming sessions. From chairs, desks to smart entertainment lighting there’s plenty of options to upgrade your gaming space.Shop Game Furniture