The holiday shopping season is nearing the finish line. With only a couple of weeks until Christmas, you might be scrambling to find the best tech gifts or pop culture collectibles for the person who has everything. Being a gamer geek is more than just enjoying video games, so we have found several tech and pop culture gifts that will put a smile on their face. From stocking stuffers to room-changing gear, we’ve compiled a list of the best tech gifts that will fit within any budget, whether big or small.
VITURE PRO XR Glasses
If you have a PC monitor or TV on your list, you could head over to your closest big box store and stare at screen after screen, trying to decide which one would make the best tech gift. If you really want to WOW that special person on your list, you could pick up a pair of VITURE XR Glasses, on sale right now for $399.
Instead of taking up an entire wall for a giant TV, the VITURE PRO XR Glasses offer a full HD 135”-equivalent UltraClarity display with a 120Hz refresh rate all in a compact and stylish pair of glasses. Other features include built-in HarmonAudioEFX sound, a dimmable electrochromic film that blocks up to 99.5% of external light, myopia correction up to -5.0D, and 3D/VR support all on Sony micro-OLED panels projecting at 4000 nits.
Compatible with PC and Mac computers supporting USB-C displays, mobile (Android and iPhone) devices, and handheld consoles like the Steam Deck or ROG Ally right out of the box. The PRO XR Glasses also work with Nintendo Switch and any other device with HDMI output via the optional VITURE Pro Mobile Dock ($129).
If the $399 price tag is a little above your budget, you might want to consider the $289 VITURE One Lite Glasses instead. With a 120” virtual screen, the One Lite Glasses are a budget-friendly option that only sacrifices a few of the PRO XR’s premium features.
Roto VR Explorer – $799
Welcome to the next generation in VR entertainment. Made in conjunction with Meta, the VR Explorer provides an unparalleled seated 360-degree experience with its patented “Look & Turn” technology. With a motorized base and haptic feedback, the Roto VR Explorer is a must-have for any Meta Quest enthusiast.
Iam8bit
If you are looking for some video game pop culture items, then you will want to stop by iam8bit’s site. They have apparel, collectibles, pins, games, and art at the link above, but I’m excited about their collection of video game soundtracks on vinyl. Yes, I said vinyl!
- Oxenfree II: Lost Signals 2xLP – $42.99
- Joystick Jazz: The Blueshift Big Band Plays Iconic Video Game Hits Vol. 2 – $31.99 – Listen to the BBB play classic tracks from games like Castlevania, Sonic 2, and Grim Fandango.
- Steven Spielberg Presents Animaniacs Soundtrack – $32.99 – It may not be a video game, but you’ll love the soundtrack from the original series.
- Five Nights at Freddys – $31.99 – First it was a video game, then it was a movie. Now you can listen to the FNAF Soundtrack on vinyl.
- Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble Soundtrack – $32.99
Sonic The Hedgehog Merchandise
One of the most iconic video game characters of all time, Sonic the Hedgehog, has had a resurgence of late. There are a variety of toys and collectibles that will be a hit with your Sonic fan.
- Ultimate Talking Sonic – $35.00 (Amazon)
- Tornado Biplane Playset – $44.99 (Target)
- Amy Rose’s Fortune Card Deck – $22.44 (Amazon)
- Club Mocchi Mega Plush – $34.99 (Amazon)
- Sonic the Hedgehog Neon Wall Light – $19.98 (Walmart)
CRKD Nintendo Switch Accessories
CRKD is offering up to 50% off on items across its site. From stocking stuffers like the Atom controller to its flagship Nitro Deck+, anyone with a Nintendo Switch will be happy to find a CRKD accessory under the tree.
- Nitro Deck+ Bundles – Get 40% off bundles of the Nintendo controller that scored a 9.5 in our review.
- NEO S Controllers – Get a variety of editions for 30% off 2 or 35% off 4
- Atom Mini Controller – Buy one, get one 50% off
- Miscellaneous Accessories – Get great discounts on everything from Carry Bags to Stick Tops to Charging Docks.
Looking Glass Go
Do you remember when digital frames were a hot Black Friday item? Now, Looking Glass is taking digital photos to the third dimension with the Looking Glass Go ($299). A portable spatial display, the LGG takes your 2D photos and other art projects and converts them into 3D holographic images. Just slightly bigger than a cell phone, you can take the LGG with you to holiday parties where others will ooh and ahh at your transformed photos.
Ohuhu Art Supplies
Recently featured in our Living In My GameSpace column, the Ohuhu Dual Nip Waterproof Acrylic Pens are a fantastic gift idea for anime fans and other budding artists. Ohuhu’s full line is available on Amazon or the official site above.
Honeycomb Aeronautical Flight Sim Accessories
Take the Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 experience to the next level with the best tech gifts for flight sim enthusiasts. Honeycomb’s newest arrival, the CHARLIE Rudder Pedals, are guaranteed to work right out of the box for PC and Mac. And the CRP pairs perfectly with Honeycomb’s other flight sim products like the ALPHA Flight Controls and BRAVO Throttle Quadrant.
Stern Pinball
An expensive pinball machine may be out of reach for most of us, but if you have the cash and want to surprise the pinball enthusiast on your list, a Stern might be the best tech gift ever. With tables like the John Wick (starting at $6,999), Godzilla 70th Anniversary Premium Edition ($9,699), and Metallica Remastered ($9,699), you’re sure to find enjoyment that will last for years to come.
If you can’t drop thousands of dollars on a new pinball machine but still want to give the gift of the silver ball, Stern also has a shop full of collectible merch at much more accessible pricing.
Arcade1Up
If the Stern pinball tables left you drooling but $10,000 just isn’t in the budget, you can find some great retro-style arcade cabinets at Arcade1Up. Slightly smaller than an OG cabinet, Arcade1Up machines have the same great looks in a smaller footprint, so you can fit more cabinets in your game space. Many of the cabinets feature Wi-Fi leaderboards, a 17″ monitor, and multiple games in one cabinet.
- Pac-Man Plus Deluxe – $379.99 (Amazon, Target) – This Pac-Man themed cabinet has games including Pac-Man, Dig Dug, Galaga, and more.
- Mortal Kombat II Deluxe – $424.99 (Amazon), $399 (Best Buy) – If fighting games are your thing, The Mortal Kombat II Deluxe cabinet comes with 14 classic games including Mortal Kombat, Mortal Kombat II, Mortal Kombat 3, and Ultimate MK3.
- Infinity Game Table 32″ – $999 (Best Buy, Amazon) – Perfect for game night, this game table has a 32″ touchscreen display, so you can play your favorite digital versions of classic and modern board games.
- Infinity Game Board – $499.99 (Costco, Amazon) – With an 18.5″ screen, the Infinity Game Board is a more portable version of the Game Table.
For The Sports Fan
If you’re looking for a gift for someone who likes to mix their sports and video gaming, we have a few games you might want to pick up.
- EA Sports NHL 25 – $34.99 (Best Buy, Amazon)
- EA Sports UFC 5 – $34.99 (Walmart, Best Buy)
- iRacing Merch – Get gift cards and other iRacing merch
- Sociable Soccer 25 – $24.99 (Steam)
- EA Sports F1 24 – $34.99 (Target, Best Buy)
- EA Sports WRC – $39.99 (Target)
Jackbox Games
When your holiday party turns stale, it’s time to get things kicking with Jackbox Games. You can find Jackbox Party Packs and Bundles on the official site, and be sure to check out their newest titles below.
- The Jackbox Party Pack 10 – $29.99 – Recently released to celebrate its 10th anniversary, the JPP10 features five party games, including the revamped Tee K.O. 2, Fixy Text, Hypnotorious, Timejinx, and their first-ever rhythm game Dodo Re Mi.
- The Jackbox Survey Scramble – $9.99 – Another new title, the JSS is a collection of hilarious survey-based games. I just added it to my Jackbox collection and it has been a ton of fun.
- The Jackbox Naughty Pack – $19.99 – When the kids go to be, it’s time to check out Jackbox Games’ first M-rated collection of games. Fakin’ It All Night Long will have you learning your friends’ spiciest secrets, while Dirty Drawful will test your doodling skills (how raunchy will you go?). And Let Me Finish! will bring the night to a steamy climax.
- Fakin’ It Board Game – Jackbox has released its first physical board game, and it’s just as fun as the digital version. Fakin’ It, and the spicier Fakin’ It All Night Long, is a 3-6 player card game where a task card is passed around for all players to read using a special viewer. But one player’s viewer won’t reveal what the card says, so they have to fake it to make it to the next round.
Magic: The Gathering Foundations
Hot off the presses, the Magic: The Gathering Foundations set is the quintessential Magic set covering the greatest hits across the game’s storied history. Whether you’re giving a gift to someone just starting their MtG journey or a seasoned veteran, Foundations sets will be a great addition to their collection.
- MtG Foundations Beginner Box – $30.99 (Amazon) – Welcome to the perfect introduction to the MtG universe. Filled with a collection of MtG’s most popular characters, the Beginner Box gives a new player a hands-on way to learn and play the venerable card game.
- MtG Foundations Starter Set – $56.99 (Amazon) – Add 387 cards to your collection with the Foundations Starter Set. The kit includes 26 Traditional Foil of rarity Rare or higher, 6 Borderless and 10 Full-Art land cards, 3 Play Boosters with 1-2 foil and 1-4 Rare or higher cards per pack, and miscellaneous accessories.
RGB Lighting
If you want to spruce up your loved one’s gaming space, nothing says Merry Christmas quite like RGB lighting. Here are some of our favorite kits.
- Nanoleaf – Nanoleaf’s Christmas sale has a wide variety of RGB lighting at up to 50% off. I just reviewed the Nanoleaf Blocks Combo XL Smarter Kit ($224.99), and they will make a sweet addition to any gaming battlestation.
- Govee – Govee’s Christmas sale is going strong and getting stronger every week through Christmas. The AI Sync Box 2 ($239.99) is one of our favorite TV light kits, and you can light up your whole room with the Star Light Projector ($55.99)
Stocking Stuffers
If you’re looking for a cool tech gadget to use as a stocking stuffer, we have a few quick gifts that will fit perfectly into those stockings hung by the chimney with care.
- OhSnap Snap Grip Luxe – $39.99 (OhSnap)
- 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless Controller – $29.99 (Amazon)
- Smartish Phone Accessories – Get holiday-rific discounts on iPhone and Android cases, chargers, and other accessories, like the Bigger Cable Wrangler ($39.99), Charge Shack ($39.99), and Crown Joule Universal Cable ($19.99).
