Gift season is rapidly approaching, and you can certainly feel it in the air. We've all felt the cold hard panic of being unable to come up with a gift idea for a loved one. At IGN, we're committed to ridding you of that feeling. Well, sort of, we're also just massive nerds who want to share our favorite bits of tech with you. If you've got a dedicated PC gamer in your life, then PC gifts are probably a good place to start your quest for gifts. But with so many items to choose from, which should you go for? Well, read on to find out.
Must-Have PC Gaming Gifts for 2023
Let's kick things off with an overview of our absolute top-tier PC gaming gifts. There are some fantastic products in here, all of which will make a crazy good gift for the PC nerd in your life. First, there's Valve's breakout hit, the Steam Deck. It has been incredibly well received and it's going to be as popular this holiday season as it was last.
Then there's SteelSeries' flagship headset the Arctis Nova Pro. We love this headset, that's why you'll see it listed in nearly all of our articles about gaming headsets. Interchangeable batteries, 360-degree spatial audio, and active noise cancellation are par for the course with these excellent headphones. And finally, there's the TITAN Evo gaming chairs from Secret Lab. These great thrones come with 4-way lumbar support and magnetic accessories and are made out of only the comfiest material.
Best PC Gaming Gadgets and Apparel Gifts
Your love of PC gaming can stretch to more than just your PC and your associated tech. It's time to start showing off that passion. If you, or someone you love, is a huge PC gamer, then take a look through some of these nifty gadgets and cool t-shirts. The vending machine mini-fridge is a personal favorite. I'm literally on the brink of ordering one for myself right now. Maybe that's a sign that you should do the same.
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Best PC Gaming Accessories Gifts
Not sure what to get the PC gamer in your life? Well, there are some things that you can always bank on to make a good impression. Accessories are some of those things. Check out our top suggestions for the best accessories.
Some fantastic keyboard and mouse suggestions here. Our top pick is going to be the Aerox 5 Mouse. With popular FPS games dominating the PC gaming landscape, lightweight gaming mice have been increasingly popular. The Aerox 5 features nine programmable buttons, a 180-hour battery life, and weighs just 74g!
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Best PC Gaming Headphones and Microphones Gifts
High quality headphones and a great microphone are the cornerstones of a good gaming setup. Good headphones should help to shut out any outside noise and leave you with just the best quality in-game audio. They help you to be far more immersed in your game.
A good microhpoine is all about communicating with your teammates. Online gaming is greatly enhanced when you can communicate clearly with the people that you're playing wtih. Any of these headsets would make a fantastic gift, but we partocularly reccomend the amazing SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 listed below.
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Best PC Gaming Monitor Gifts
The best PC isn't much without a great monitor to match. We like to keep our eye on our favorite monitors throughout the year, and we've picked our favorites here that we think will make a great gift for any PC gamer.
If your budget has room for it, then the LG Ultragear 34" 1440p Curved Gaming Monitor is our top choice. The absolutely massive display includes a stunning 3440x1440p resolution to ensure your games look great. It's also perfect for fast-paced gaming with 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response.
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Best PC Gamer Gifts Under $50
We get it, a huge amount of the stuff on this list is pretty expensive. Maybe you've already got a main gift picked out and you just need a few samller bits here and there to fill out the stocking or hamper. Well, here you go, our top PC gamer gifts for under $50.
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See More Amazing Holiday Gift Ideas for 2023
For an even broader spectrum of holiday gift ideas that cater to various tastes and preferences, we invite you to peruse our handpicked collection of the finest Marvel gifts, perfect for the superhero enthusiasts in your life. Additionally, if you're looking to satisfy the gaming cravings of your loved ones, our extensive compilation of the best Switch gifts is sure to offer some fantastic options.
But the gift-giving journey doesn't end there; we have a treasure trove of diverse gift guides covering everything from tech gadgets to cozy winter essentials, ensuring you'll find the ideal presents for everyone on your list. So, for a comprehensive array of gift recommendations that span various interests and passions, explore the rest of our thoughtfully crafted guides. With these invaluable resources, you'll be well-equipped to spread holiday cheer and make your loved ones' spirits bright.
Matthew Adler is a Commerce, Features, Guides, News, Previews, and Reviews writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @MatthewAdler and watch him stream on Twitch.
