Published , by Shack Staff
Published , by Shack Staff
The holiday season is fast approaching. Before anybody realizes it, it'll time to deliver gifts to all of your loved ones. Some might be asking, "What can I possibly give to friends and family this year?" If the person you're shopping for is into video games, you'll want to follow our holiday gift guide. We've rounded up some ideas for the hottest games this year, peripherals to improve their gaming stations, tabletop games to enjoy with others, collectibles to show off, and so much more.
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In most cases, you can't go wrong with video games for the gamer in your life. Some incredible titles released this year, so we're here to guide you to the best ones. (The regular retail price will be shown below, but actual prices may vary depending on promotions.)
Some games can also (or, in some cases, exclusively) be picked up through services like Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation Plus, and Nintendo Switch Online. These services offer massive game selections. Consider gifting subscriptions to these services so that your friends and family can pick up such digital titles as:
Finally, if you're still at a loss on what to get the gamer in your life, gift cards will do the trick. Visit your local retailer to find gift cards for Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, and Steam. Apple gift cards can be used to purchase games or on an Apple Arcade subscription.
Video games and peripherals are the primary focus of our annual holiday gift guide. With that said, there's definitely an appeal in board games. They're a great activity for friends and family, so let's take a look at some that might be a good choice for your next game night.
A comfortable gaming chair can be hard to find. A good chair will help maintain your posture and give you all-day comfort. Take a load off with some of these chair suggestions.
We're all about a good audio setup to complement the rest of your gaming room. A strong headset can greatly enhance your game night and maybe even help keep you competitive when playing certain titles. Plus, be sure to consider a good microphone to make sure your lines of communication are clear.
Glasses are also in this season. Smart glasses, in particular, are the hotness. Check out the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, which feature hi-res cameras for photos and video capture, speakers for listening to music without obstructing anyone in the surrounding area, and Meta AI. Plus, they look sleek! Those who want to stick with the Amazon family can also pick up Echo Frames, which feature full Alexa integration.
Of course, there are people who aren't into the smart glasses trend for various reasons, and that's okay. We have other glasses for your gifting needs. The folks at GUNNAR have released some fabulous lenses this year and have also had some keen collaborations that we're happy to share.
We've got other peripherals to suggest for this holiday season, including sharp mice, comfortable keyboards, and sleek webcams.
Toys bring out the child in all of us, so whether you're gifting to young children or to adults who need a break from the real world, there's something on this list for everyone.
Not everything fits into a neat category, so for everything else, we have this section. Check out what else you can get for the people closest to you for the holidays.
This rounds out our gift guide, but be sure to come back throughout the month of December. We'll be sure to keep our 2024 holiday gift guide up to date as we discover new items that we think you'd like to give and/or receive. We welcome your input, so join the conversation below and drop in what awesome gifts you’ve discovered for your gamer friend, children, or partner! You can also chime in on the Official Shacknews Community Discord.