Christmas Gaming Gift Guide for 2020 (Image: EXPRESS)
Christmas may be less than two weeks away, but in the age of next-day deliveries and online shopping, that doesn’t mean it’s too late to get some jazzy gifts that will dazzle gaming fans.
If there’s a gamer in your life that you’re struggling to buy for, Express Online has put together a list of the best gaming gifts for Christmas 2020.
We’ve got headsets from the likes of Turtle Beach, LEGO sets with a gaming twist, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo accessories, and even a Christmas jumper or two.
Turtle Beach Recon 70 (CAMO BLUE) – £24.99
Don’t let the price tag fool you, the Turtle Beach Recon 70 headphones are a real quality set of cans. The Recon 70 headphones feature powerful 40mm over-ear speakers, crystal-clear mic performance and leatherette-wrapped cushions for supreme comfort.
You’ve even got a nifty high-sensitivity flip-up mic, which means you can chat to friends while playing multiplayer. Better still, they’re compatible with PlayStation devices, Xbox consoles and the Nintendo Switch.
Minecraft-style WX-4 Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch – £19.99
Why pay upwards of £70 for a Nintendo Joy-Con controller, when this colourful alternative will only set you back £20?
Clearly inspired by the likes of Minecraft, the WX-4 doesn’t just look fantastic, but it feels great, providing an experience much more akin to the PlayStation and Xbox.
Turtle Beach Recon 70 (Image: GABRIEL BADEN)
WX-4 Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch (Image: EXPRESS)
Nacon Revolution Unlimited Pro PS4 COD Wireless Controller – £169.99
Created by Nacon, the Call of Duty-themed REVOLUTION Unlimited boasts a design that’s similar to the Xbox One pad. This is of particular appeal to first-person shooter fans, as the Xbox One controller is arguably a better fit for this genre.
The controller also features a series of buttons on the underside of the pad, which can be programmed with different inputs for a little extra speed.
It also comes with a series of weights to customise the feel of the pad, not to mention a Call of Duty-themed military design and camo carry case.
BB-1 PS4 Audio and Back Button Adaptor – £19.99
If you can’t afford a fancy Revolution Unlimited Controller for your PlayStation 4, then the BB-1 might be your next best option. The nifty device gives gaming fans the competitive edge by adding full button customisation with ergonomic back buttons. This means you don’t have to move your fingers around when playing games like Call of Duty,
It also comes with a 3.5mm port and separate Game and volume controls for ultimate control of your chat and audio functionality. Priced at just £20, this is a fantastic stocking filler for anybody with a PS4 console in their collection.
Nacon Revolution Unlimited Pro PS4 COD Wireless Controller (Image: NACON)
Pac-Man Arcade Machine (Image: NAMCO)
Playstation: Console 3D Mug – £13.99
If you love tea almost as much as you love video games, then this awesome PlayStation Console 3D Mug is an absolute no-brainer. It’s modelled after the original PSOne and controllers, so retro gaming fans will get a real kick out of it.
It’s even supplied in a PlayStation branded presentation box, just in case you want to keep it as a collectible.
Pac-Man 40th Anniversary Quarter Arcade – £129.99
Speaking of retro games, this quarter scale replica of the original 1980s Pac-Man arcade cabinet is the perfect gift for fans of old-school gaming. Just don’t try squeezing it into a Christmas stocking.
Despite the reduced size, the cabinet is about as authentic as it gets, featuring a replica wooden shell, artwork, buttons, joystick, air vents, light-up LED marquee and volume control. The game itself is a 100% accurate emulation of the original Pac-Man, which means hours and hours of entertainment.
Don’t like Pac-Man? You can pick up lots of similar items based on arcade classics like Dig Dug, Bubble Bobble, Galaga and Space Invaders.
Hero Doom Edition Gaming Chair (Image: EXPRESS)
Fall Guys Ugly Christmas Jumper (Image: NUMSKULL)
Pokémon Carry Case Playset – £39.99
There are a million Pokemon toys, games and gadgets that I could pick for this list, but I do like the look of this Carry Case playset, which lets a couple of friends enact their very own Pokemon battles.
Not only does it come with a replica battle arena for the very best Pokemon Trainers, but it also features a whole host of traps, secrets and surprises to discover.
Once you’re done, it folds away into a replica of Ash’s iconic Kanto Region backpack, so you can take it wherever you go.
Fall Guys Ugly Christmas Jumper – £34.99
Celebrate Christmas in style (or not as the case may be) with a festive jumper honouring one of this year’s most popular games. And don’t worry if Fall Guys isn’t your thing, because Numskull has Christmas jumpers for lots of different games and platforms, and in all different shapes and sizes.
The Hero Doom Edition Gaming Chair – £349.99
Finally, if you really want to spoil somebody this Christmas, then how about grabbing one of these incredible gaming chairs themed after the mighty Doom.
The DOOM special edition model shares the same gaming pedigree as all of the premium HERO chairs, only this one features deep black and red premium PU leather upholstery with demonic iconography and the classic DOOM logo.
Not only does it look the part, but it also comes with adjustable lumbar support that conforms to the natural curvature of your spine, not to mention breathable deformation-resistant cold foam, large padded 4D armrests, plus an oversized backrest for a feeling of supreme luxury.
