I adore playing video games. I've even gone so far as to review them in the past. I've also received a lot of terrible presents in the past, such as garish merchandise for a game I've never played, sent by a relative who knows I'm a player. I know exactly what to buy gamers if anyone does. Gaming Gadgets For Pro Players my first tip for purchasing presents for gamers? Find out their preferences, where they play, and the essentials. This will give you a better idea of what kinds of presents are even suitable. Everything we honored in our Esquire Gaming Awards is a wonderful place to start if you're truly unsure of where to begin. They deserve a present, whether they play PC, console, or portable games, and the following guide to gifts for gamers will help you choose the ideal one. This list of the top 50 gifts for gamers will help the person in your life fully deserve the title, from the hottest game titles to the coolest gaming accessories (such as seats and headsets) to the best-performing gaming gear of the year.

Recognizing the Value of Accessories for Gaming

Gaming accessories are more than simply luxury goods or add-ons; they are essential to your ability to interact with your games. The distinction between a casual gaming session and an immersed journey can be determined by accessories. Aside from improving appearance, well-selected accessories may improve your in-game skills. The correct tools can help you perform better overall and increase your response speeds, regardless of whether you are a casual or competitive gamer.

Using Accessories to Improve the Gaming Experience

A lot of players don't realize how much accessories may change their gaming experience. For example, a top-notch headset improves immersion with directional sound in addition to offering crystal-clear audio. As a result, players are able to recognize in-game indications that they may otherwise miss.

Additionally, accessories like personalized controllers provide cutting-edge features like improved grips and customizable buttons. These components provide gamers the ability to customize their gaming experience and obtain an advantage in competitive situations.

A visually exciting environment that synchronizes with in-game activities may also be produced by RGB lighting on peripherals, turning every gaming session into a celebration. Sound and pictures work together to intensify emotions, making wins more thrilling and losses more heartbreaking.

1. Headphone Stand by YuanDian

There aren't many that look as fantastic as this one, which mixes the LEDs that gamers adore with natural walnut wood if they need a place to store their existing headset.

2. Smart Goggles by Thera body

For any athlete, recovery is crucial. Indeed, we will designate gamers as athletes. Any headache or screen fatigue will be relieved by these Therabody goggles.

3. The handheld Miyoo Mini Plus

These tiny emulation devices from Miyoo allow you to play hundreds of 8-, 16-, and 32-bit games from the SNES to GBA if you're feeling nostalgic. It can even play games on the PS1!

4. Samsung's Second Generation Freestyle

One significant improvement with Samsung's 2nd Gen Freestyle projector is the Samsung Gaming Hub. This little device is capable of streaming games through Xbox Game Pass or Steam.

This implies that it can basically serve as a console that can be packed.

5. Hue RGB Light Tube by Philips

Alternatively, invest in this horizontal Philips Hue model, which works well behind a gaming setup or beneath a mounted TV.

6. Minecraft Performance B65 Higround Keyboard

Everybody has a younger relative who is an avid Minecraft player. The next time their birthday comes around, get them this fantastic keyboard and see how happy they get.

7. The ASUS ROG Ally X

The ROG Ally X from ASUS is even better than a Steam Deck when it comes to playing your PC (and console in certain circumstances) library while on the road.

It has ergonomic controls, an OLED-rivaling screen, and the capability to run AAA video games now. Oh, and it's native to Windows. That implies there are countless game options.

8. Virtuoso Max Corsair

If you don't know where they play their games, your best bet for a gaming headset this year is the Virtuoso Max from Corsair. You can tell they genuinely care.

These work well as headphones and as a headset that is completely incorporated into your gaming headset. We even granted them an Esquire Gaming Award since they are so excellent.

9. Arctis GameBuds, by SteelSeries

The Arctis GameBuds, another significant prize in our Gaming Awards, represent a significant advancement in gaming technology.

For a low-latency connection, each pair of these headphones comes with a USB dongle that connects straight into your preferred console.

10. The Shure MV6

Do you have a friend whose shabby Xbox microphone makes it impossible to hear them? Or perhaps you just want to imply that it's time to launch the podcast you've been discussing for years. Get a Shure MV6 microphone for them.

11. 75% of the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro

Give your favorite PC gamer this brand-new keyboard as a thank you for their excellent behavior this year. Despite its sturdy construction, this gaming keyboard is the most comfortable one I've ever used.

With its integrated OLED display, you can accomplish a lot. You can adjust the brightness, navigate between tabs and programs, and adjust the volume without opening a desktop window.

12. Fixit Pro Tech Toolkit

If they have shown an interest in creating a new PC or enjoy playing with their toys, this is the ideal present. a complete set of tools to update, repair, and clean their machine.

13. Lumectra-enabled PowerA FUSION Pro Wireless Controller

Choose this new PowerA controller if you want to treat your Xbox-playing friend to a fantastic one this season. It has paddles, trigger locks, and all the features you would expect from an upgraded controller.

Additionally, it illuminates in a variety of colors and patterns, giving you some control over how harsh the lights are. Personally, I adore the most understated scene.

14. 3S Meta Quest

All of our previous statements on the Quest 3 apply to the lighter, less expensive, and more mixed-reality-focused Quest 3S. The ideal way to experience virtual reality, in our opinion, is still with an all-in-one VR headset.

Games, fitness applications, and all the immersive demos you need to keep occupied for months are available. Lastly, one of them is available for a price that is suitable for a present.

15. Coiled Dwarvish YC8 Keyboard Cable Drop

The quantity of cords on a PC gamer's desk bothers them. It's just the nature of things. Make their lives simpler with these neatly wrapped, easy-to-store cables that will make you never want to use a standard connection again.

16. G Astro A50 Logitech

For console enthusiasts, the SteelSeries headphones are excellent and reasonably priced presents. However, we have a shout-out for you if your significant other switches between the PC and PS5 based on what they're playing right now.

Logitech G's newest headphones, the Astro A50 X. These are indeed the first Bluetooth headphones of their sort, and as a result, they were recognized with an Esquire Gaming Award.

17. Arctis Nova 7X from SteelSeries

This is the headset you need if you choose the Series X (or S) as your console, and you just pay for Game Pass rather than owning any games.

We adore the Nova 7 series for its simplicity and use, although SteelSeries produces more sophisticated headsets with larger dongles. The mic and sound quality are also excellent.

18. The Hori Split Pad Pro

The Joy-Cons on the Switch are terrible, let's face it. Your hands are too tiny if they are typical man-sized. Both of my pairs have a lot of stick drift, so they break easily and frequently.

Get the gamer in your life this fully licensed Split Pad Pro if they are having trouble using it. It is tactile and ergonomic.

19. Nintendo Zelda's Legend: The Kingdom's Tears

It's the greatest present you could offer them if they haven't played one of the top candidates for Game of the Year 2023. Additionally, it will occupy them for months with hundreds of hours of (really entertaining and creative) material.

20. Astro Bot on the PlayStation

The excitement around Astro Bot is already enormous, despite the fact that it just came out. Yes, everything you hear is true; we have played it. This is one of the best-made platformers ever, a sentimental journey through gaming history, and a real GOTY candidate. Additionally, it is now the official top justification for purchasing a PS5.

Conclusion on Gaming Gadgets For Pro Players

The correct equipment might make all the difference for professional players. The competitive edge required to succeed is provided by high-performance equipment like mechanical keyboards, precise gaming mice, immersive headphones, and incredibly sensitive displays.

Advanced controllers and ergonomic seats are examples of add-ons that improve comfort and accuracy during prolonged gaming sessions. Purchasing high-end devices will maximize your gaming experience overall, not simply enhance gameplay. Keeping up with the most recent tools guarantees that you're constantly ahead of the curve as technology advances.