Top Holiday Gifts and Stocking Stuffers for Gamers

Thanks to Costco, XBox, and BackBone for providing products to facilitate this post. All thoughts are my own.

Do you have a gamer in your life to shop for this holiday season? If so, I've got some great gift suggestions for you! My brother-in-law, my husband, and my teenage son all love video games. My husband doesn't have a lot of time to play anymore, but he'd like to. He steals a game with our son every now and then, and it's a nice way for the two of them to bond. My brother-in-law is a super gamer, and it's a pretty big hobby of his, so he knows his stuff. I usually ask my sister gaming-related questions, because this mom is only just starting to become in the know when it comes to games and equipment.

My son is really interested in gaming and wants to build his own gaming PC. I love the way he loves to know how things work and wants to try and build things himself. He's like his dad that way. I did a little research this year, and found some amazing gifts that any of these special gamer guys in my life would love!

DPS PRO Bravent Elite Gaming Chair, available at Costco $299.00

Every gamer needs a comfortable chair for gaming. With so many gaming chairs out there, it can be tough to know which one to choose. One of the things I love about being a Costco Member is being able to touch, see, and often try out products before deciding to purchase them. I came across an amazing gaming chair when we were in Costco several weeks ago (similar to this one, and by the same brand), and my husband and son immediately put it on their Christmas lists.

The DPS PRO Bravent Elite Gaming Chair is the stuff gamer's dreams are made of. It's a handsome chair for any game room, bedroom, or office, and is incredibly well-made, and comfortable. It has a high back, excellent lumbar support, adjustable armrests, beautiful upholstery, and a 400 lb weight capacity.

This is an online-only product at Costco and is ready to ship right to your door. We assembled the chair in less than thirty minutes (my teenager assembled it mostly on his own), and it was ready to be tested out by some pretty harsh critics- my husband and son.

Their thoughts:

My teen thinks the DPS PRO Bravent Elite Gaming Chair is the best gift ever! It's so comfortable, moves easily, and is the ultimate chair for hours of gaming fun.

My husband asked if he could have another one of these chairs for his office at work. He's just recently started to experience (middle-aged aches and back pain), and loves how comfortable and supportive the chair is. It's easy to adjust, moves with ease, and is much more comfortable than any office or gaming chair he's previously used or sat in. The high back and headrest really make this chair stand out from others.

We think this chair is a top-notch gift idea for anyone who loves gaming or wants a comfortable chair for their home office. Gotta love a two-in-one chair!

Head to Costco to purchase this amazing gift!

BackBone One Mobile Gaming Controller, available on Amazon $99.00

For the gamer who loves to play on the go, check out BackBone!

My husband and son both love to play games on their phones. It's more convenient than getting out another device, and it's always with them. How cool is it to be able to turn your phone into a gaming device with a simple snap?

A mind-blowing new gaming experience. Just snap your phone into the Backbone One controller, launch the Backbone App, and start playing your favorite mobile, console, or PC games from anywhere, in seconds.

PLAY VIRTUALLY ANY GAME, ANYWHERE: Choose from free App Store games like Call of Duty & Roblox, stream through cloud gaming services such as Xbox Game Pass & GeForce NOW, or play games with Remote Play from your PlayStation*, Xbox or PC. For Android devices, PS Remote Play is only compatible with the Backbone One - PlayStation Edition

CONSOLE QUALITY ON THE GO: Meticulously crafted to be comfortable and portable, our compact design features ultra-wide analog triggers, a highly accurate thumbstick, and a responsive D-pad and buttons.

LOWEST LATENCY, PASS-THROUGH CHARGING & 3.5MM HEADSET JACK: Connects to your phone's USB-C port for ultra-responsive gameplay. Charge and use your favorite headset while you play.

XBox Game Pass Ultimate, Subscription- Price Varies

If you're looking for a cool gift or even stocking stuffer for a gamer in your family, don't forget about XBox! Sure, XBox has been around for ages, but serious gamers are true to this staple gaming brand.

For the gamer who has everything, the XBox Game Pass is a great idea! You can purchase a Game Pass gift card or subscription for a few months, one year, etc. The Game Pass gives the recipient access to hundreds of XBox games without having to install anything. Gain instant access to all of these awesome games and play them whenever you want! It's a great way to try games out before you buy them, or to be able to play without having to purchase the games. I think it's particularly great for teens who want to play the games a handful of times, and then they're done with them forever.

New games are added every month, so you'll never grow tired of this awesome way to play. Getting started has never been easier, and XBox has lots of helpful information on their website to help you get everything set up and ready to go.

Game Pass Ultimate Features:

Extensive Game Library: With over 100 high-quality games, including new releases and popular titles, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

Family-Friendly Options: The service includes a variety of family-friendly games that are perfect for kids and parents to play together with examples

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Convenience: Games can be downloaded directly to your console or PC, making it easy to switch between titles without the need for physical discs.

Cost-Effective: For a single monthly fee, you get access to a wide range of games, which can be more economical than buying games individually.

Exclusive Perks: Subscribers also get access to exclusive discounts, deals, and in-game content.

Want them? Get them!

These are the perfect gifts for gamers who 'have it all' and can be hard to shop for. The gaming chair is an amazing 'big gift,' and BackBone is perfect to wrap up and place under the tree. What I love about the XBox Game Pass is that it's easy to add to a stocking, or gift to someone who might not physically be with you on Christmas.

What excites you most about giving one of these cool gifts to a special gamer in your life this holiday season?