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The Best Holiday Gifts for Gamers of 2026
If you're looking for the best holiday gifts for gamers this year, you're in the right place. Some stores might have a few games or the right consoles, but we've got the best holiday gifts for gamers: think presents that can help casual players and serious gamers alike level up their gaming. PC players will have fun with new peripherals like great headsets and speedy mice. And if you're looking for a console everyone in the house will love, we have favorites from Nintendo and PlayStation right here. Our top picks are all wrapped up in one gift guide for the 2026 holiday season; read on to check out presents players are sure to love.
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Quick, Comfortable Communication
One of our top holiday gifts for gamers is this headset by Razer. The wired or wireless gaming headset is a fave for anyone who plays online. Whether they're hanging out with friends, fighting enemies or somewhere in between, gamers will need to communicate (and hear what other players are saying). The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro wireless headset is equipped with ANC capabilities and 70 hours of battery life. That means players stay in their own world with external sound sealed away for hours and hours of play. Latency and lag are no issue thanks to the 10 ms ultra-low latency capabilities. Audio comes across clearly with the headset's 50mm drivers, and the detachable mic makes communication easy when they need it, and gone when they don't. Your gift recipient can connect via multiple wired or wireless ways, too. It's a great present for anyone who's just getting into online gaming, streaming, or someone who's looking for a headset update.
High-Octane Play on Virtual Roads
Ride-or-die gaming racers who want to feel every push of the gas and spin of the wheel will have fun with the Logitech G923 racing wheel. This version is customized for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC players, making it a great choice for gamers who play across multiple consoles and/or a PC. With TRUEFORCE feedback, drivers can sink into the game's physics for a truly realistic experience. It's not about default settings here; the focus is on power, torque, traction and a truly road-worthy feel. Between brushed metal, leather stitching that feels automotive, and all three polished petals, this unique racing wheel is one of our favorite additions to our guide for the best holiday gifts for gamers. Even better? Players can customize every inch of it to fit their favorite settings. No matter how they race, they're sure to have fun.
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A Speedy Gaming Mouse
If you've ever seen a gaming mouse before, you'll know that they can be complicated. Buttons everywhere, spinning wheels, sensors in places you might not expect and all kinds of places you can click are great for customization, but it can also make play more complicated than it needs to be. That's where the Logitech PRO X2 SUPERSTRIKE LIGHTSPEED steps in. This wireless gaming mouse is crafted to make play intuitive and simple, and it has racked up awards from publications like Tom's Guide and PC Gamer. It begins with Haptic Inductive Trigger System, or HITS, which keeps click latency at its lowest for quick action and fast targeting. Then there's the customization factor: players can customize ten separate actuation points and five reset options for the two main keys. Gamers will feel tactile responses immediately. And it was all made with help from over 100 e-sports pros. Whether the gamer in your life is playing at the professional level or just has fun with friends online, the Logitech PRO X2 SUPERSTRIKE LIGHTSPEED mouse is one they'll love—and it earns its spot on our list of the best holiday gifts for gamers for its true comfort and performance.
See All the Glory on Screen
No gaming PC is complete without a monitor, and a regular screen just won't cut it. A curved gaming monitor like the Samsung Odyssey G55A brings any player into the worlds they love, and the specs deliver the performance players need. A 165Hz frame rate and 1 ms response time keep the action snappy, and the WQHD monitor tilts back and forth for a comfortable experience. That realistic HDR lands this a spot on our list of the best holiday gifts for gamers. The gaming monitor comes in at a great price for anyone who needs their own PC and is just starting to build their first rig, and we'd say it's a great replacement monitor too.
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A Truly Pro Controller
If players are ready to break into the world of e-sports or online streaming, they'll need more than the classic controller that comes with a gaming console. Meet the Razer Raiju V3 Pro wireless e-sports controller. Designed for the PlayStation 5 and PCs, this flexible video game controller earns a top spot on our gifts for gamers guide with customizability at every corner. They'll have fun personalizing different elements, from the four removable back mouse-click buttons to grippable bumpers. Everything here is a bit sturdier, like anti-drift thumbsticks that can stand up to hours of heavy-duty play. Your player will have fun exploring just how precise gaming can be on a controller with the Razer Raiju V3 Pro controller.
Players, Get Ready
Players have loved the Sony PlayStation 5 since its initial release, and with hundreds of titles to choose from, there's something for everyone in the house. Kids will have fun with titles like the critically acclaimed Astro Bot, newer picks in the Ratchet & Clank series and classic Minecraft, while action-focused players will have fun with picks like God of War: Ragnarok, Elden Ring, Ghost of Yotei and more. Then there's Grand Theft Auto VI, launching soon: if you've been waiting for a great console for a great game (or vice versa), you're in the right place. The digital edition of this console has no disc drive. Instead, users download games directly from the PlayStation Store for a seamless gaming experience. Gameplay is immersive and speedy, and that's why this console is still on our list of the best holiday gifts for gamers years after its initial launch.
Great for Young Gamers
If you're looking for a newer console than the PlayStation 5, you've found it. This is the Nintendo Switch 2 bundle (complete with Mario Kart World). The Nintendo Switch 2 is a direct sequel to the popular Nintendo Switch, and while it's a great gift for any gamer, the Nintendo Switch 2 is a must-have for homes with kids who love playing. They'll be able to game on the TV, move to tabletop mode or play in handheld mode when they need to hit the road. Great games will be on the shelves for holiday release (like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake) but this console comes with Mario Kart World, too. There will be lots to play when your friend or loved one unwraps their console—expect a round or two of racing along with them as your favorite Mario character.
Have Fun Shopping Holiday Gifts for Gamers at Abt
Video gamers love a great addition to their collection around the holidays, whether they're getting a new game, a fresh monitor or even a completely new console. But it can be hard to know exactly what they want, or what to shop for. Our list of the best holiday gifts for gamers is a great place to start. There's lots more for players to love—even like a new TV or a comfortable gaming chair. And if you have any questions or don't know where to look, our team of experts is here to help. Call us at 800-860-3577, or explore other gift guides for the holiday season, like our men's gift guide, as well as our gifting center to see other Abt favorites.
