Need gamer Christmas gifts that won’t bust the budget. Great ideas for inexpensive Christmas gifts for a gamer girl or best Christmas gifts for gamer guys that are cheap! This gaming gift guide has affordable computer game gifts, nerd stuff, video game lover gifts, PC gamer Christmas gifts, geek gift ideas, great presents for gamers any time of the year (even birthday gift ideas)! Best gaming gifts and Christmas on budget tips!
Inexpensive Christmas Gifts For Gamers (Or Geek Gifts Good For Anytime During the Year!)
Gamer gifts can be difficult because video game gifts and gaming platforms and accessories can be expensive. I’ve done a ton of research for my daughter and her gifts for her friends, but it can get it expensive so I have to be aware of that and try frugal gifts for these gaming geeks!
So, what are some good gifts for geeks when money is tight without breaking the budget?
These are the best cheap gift ideas for gamers and video game players.
You can still get high quality games gifts on a tight budget!
What should I get my gamer for Christmas on a budget?
Cool Gamer Christmas Gifts Ideas From Cheap Gifts To More Expensive Gifts:
- Updated gamer controls or consoles
- Gaming headset
- Gamer glasses
- Gift card for games
- Gamer pillow cases and bedspread
- Tabletop role-playing games based on video games
- Gamer decals
- Decorations for a gaming room
- Gaming keyboard
- Super Mario chess set
- Gamer desk
- Game subscription service
- Hints, cheats, and tricks books for their favorite video games
- Comic books based on video game characters
- Board games based on the video game (unique gifts gamer ideas!)
- XBox game pass
- Vintage gaming posters (great stuff for gamers rooms!)
- Multiplayer games that you can gift to all the kids as a family game
- Cool light strips for game rooms or gaming desks
- Latest must-have video game (look for classic games and used video games online or in game shops for gamer gift ideas on a budget!)
Check out our full video gamer Christmas gifts list and unique gifts for gamers below! Keep scrolling for great gift ideas for gaming teens and kids (or favorite games for a gamer friend), whether they have a Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, are or love Animal Crossing or Mario Kart, you’ll find the perfect gift in this holiday gift list!
(Not just gaming ideas for Christmas. These make fun housewarming gifts for gamers, gifts for pc gamer boyfriend or girlfriend, and even good birthday gifts for young gamers, too.)
Best Gamer Christmas Gifts
What do gamers want for Christmas when you’re shopping on a budget or where do you find great cheap gifts to get for gamers?
Buying gamers Christmas gifts can be tough when the holiday budget is already stretched and the holiday season is stressful for finances.
I mean, do inexpensive gifts for gamers even exist?
GOOD NEWS!
The answer is YES! You can actually get nice Christmas gifts on a budget for a family member!
If you have kids who love gaming and stuff that goes with games, you’ll be able to find something on our holiday list of gifts for kid gamers — whether you’re looking for Christmas gifts for gamer brother / gamer boyfriend, girl gamers, Christmas gifts, or just cool gamer Christmas gifts for anyone on your holiday presents list or anytime you’re wondering what are good gifts for gamers, you’ll find it here!
Note: If you have a little more wiggle room in the holiday budget and you’re looking for things to buy for PC gamers, check out our cool recommendations at the bottom of the list for present gaming desks as one of the top gamer Christmas gifts recommended by gamers, especially if you’re looking for a gift for pc gamers or gift for computer gamers!
UNIQUE GAMER GIFT GUIDE: GEEKY STUFF, COOL STUFF FOR GAMERS & GAMING GIFT IDEAS
To prove that gaming gifts don’t need to be expensive (and you can find fun geek Christmas gifts and cool gamer stuff that doesn’t cost a lot), we’ll start with a cool gamer gift that you can buy for $10 or less!
(YES! Good gifts for gamers cheap!)
These might be cheap gaming gifts, but there are some cool presents in this first group that make great stocking stuffers or a great option for secret Santa gifts for gamers, too. (Teen approved gifts from my daughter!)
Here’s how to shop for geeks and answer the question What is the best gift for a gamer? and awesome stuff to buy for gaming kids — great gifts for gamers under $10 and up and more expensive gamer presents!
These are actual gifts gamers will love!
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Don’t forget about gift bags! I love these to wrap your Christmas gift ideas for gamers!
(There’s an awesome Christmas stocking for cool game stuff, too!)
If you’re looking for game Christmas gifts on a budget for family, this first one is your category! (Cheap gamer gift ideas that they’ll still love!)
Be sure to scroll down to see the different budget-friendly price point ideas and best gift ideas based on most popular games!
**Prices may change from those listed here and game availability may fluctuate, so be sure to check them.
GAMER CHRISTMAS GIFTS AROUND $10 (OR LESS)
- Gamer Chopsticks – YES! They’re really popular for gamers! If you’re looking for gag gamer things, these are funny gamer gifts! Great for stocking stuffer gamers stuff!
- Nintendo Super Mario Build A Scene Peel And Stick Wall Decals (Great for gamer stuff for a game room!)
- The Ultimate Roblox Book – Perfect if you’re doing a Roblox theme for gaming stuff for Christmas!
- Do Not Disturb I’m Gaming Socks, Gaming Socks (More great stocking stuffers or Secret Santa gifts for gaming!)
- Best Gamer Ever for Video Games Geek Pillowcase
- Keep Out Gamer at Play Enter At Own Risk Sign
- Cool gamer vinyls
- Eat Sleep Game Glow Wall Vinyls
- Nintendo NES Cartridge Retro Drink Coasters for Game Lovers Super Mario Bros Accessories – If you have retro gamers, they’ll LOVE this as a Christmas gift for gamer! (It also includes popular Mario and Zelda!
- Super Mario Brothers Heat Changing Ceramic Mug
GAMER GIFT TIP: If you’re looking for Christmas games on a budget, cheap gaming gifts, or an inexpensive gaming setup ideal gift, be sure to check out local game stores, thrift stores and even library sales! Many have gently used games that kids will love!
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These gaming Christmas presents fall into around $15…
GAMER CHRISTMAS GIFTS AROUND $15 (OR LESS)
- Headphone stand / phone stand charger – Great gamer gifts for Christmas that they will actually use regularly!
- This I Went Outside The Graphics Weren’t That Good hat is a perfect gamer gift. (Or, for any homeschooler… Because, outside world? Shudder.)
- Color Changing Gameboy Glass – Honestly? This is one of my favorite gaming things for Christmas that I found!
- Blue Light Filter Nerd Gaming Glasses – What gaming gift guide would be complete without nerd glasses? You won’t need eyedrops for gamers anymore because these glasses help filter blue light to ease eye strain and reduce headaches from screen time. If you’ve been thinking about these for gaming or computer use, they really do work! My daughter wears them often!
Next we’ll check out the best gifts for gamers that fall around $20.
GAMER CHRISTMAS GIFTS AROUND $20 (OR LESS)
- MARIO 3D Illusion LED Night Light Table Desk Lamp – This is another one of my choices for best Christmas gifts for gamers! It’s fun and unique and perfect for a kids’ nightstand or a game room!
- The Comic Book Story of Video Games: The Incredible History of the Electronic Gaming Revolution – This will be a HUGE HIT for any nerdy Christmas gifts list! (It’s the ultimate in geeky things!)
- Vintage Gaming Mockup Posters – These are cool for retro game gifts or a fun game room addition.
- Changing Light Strip Kit with Remote
- Control all the Things Video Game Controller T-shirt
- Gamer Girl
- Mario Game Glasses
- Eat Sleep Game Water Bottle
Our last group is for gaming presents over $25…
GAMER CHRISTMAS GIFTS OVER $25 (and some gamer gifts under $25 and gamer gifts under $50)
- Gaming Throw Blanket
- Jenga: Fortnite Edition Game – This is a fun crossover gift ideas for boardgames and gamers! Also check out: Christmas gifts for board gamers.
- Neon Game Controller Sign
- Gaming Headset – High on the list of stuff for geeks and great gamer couple Christmas gifts, too!
- Headphone Stand with USB Charger and Gaming Headset Holder Hanger
- Nintendo Retro NES Controller Throw Blanket (Is it wrong that I put this on my own list of nerd stuff to buy?)
- Gamer Travel Laptop Backpack – Perfect for all those toys for geeks!
- Ultimate Gamer Chair (Bean Bag) (different colors/styles available)
- Nintendo Super Mario Bros Lamp Retro Light
Gamer Gifts Over $100 and Higher
Lastly, looking for awesome Christmas gifts for computer gamers?
If you have a little more room in your budget, this ultimate gaming desk (with lights!) is one of the best gifts for PC gamers.
►If budget isn’t an issue, try the Oculus VR headset / virtual reality headset Meta Quest 2 or a gamer monitor for the perfect gift for gamer.
DIY Gifts For Gamers and Video Game Lovers
If you want to do a DIY gamer gift or funny gaming gifts, you can put together a gaming gift basket!
Ideas for a Gamer Gift Basket
- Eye drops
- Gamer socks
- Favorite snacks and drinks
- Gamer glasses / blue light glasses
- Video games
- New game controller
- Gift cards
- This bed caddy (for snacks and gaming) was a HUGE HIT with my teen. She uses it all the time!
Don’t have time to make homemade gamer gift baskets or DIY gaming-related gift? Grab this pre-made gamer gift box!
Tailor a Christmas present for gamers with whatever your favorite game players like – whether they’re a PC gamer, Xbox gamer, or even a board game gamer and make the right gift for your gamers that won’t stretch the holiday shopping list!
Let us know your best gamer gifts for teenage boys and girls or good gift for gamers of all ages!
Merry Christmas and Happy Gifting!
I HOPE YOU ENJOY THIS CUSTOM GIFT GUIDE FOR GAMERS AND GAMER CHRISTMAS GIFTS IDEAS!
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