[{"content":{"text":"Gift giving is hard enough as it is, and when video game and board game players are on your list, it can be even harder to give something truly memorable.<\/p>That's why we asked the experts across Schell Games for a variety of ideas across different niches of gaming to help you conquer the holidays, even for the toughest people to buy for.<\/p>"},"id":"00843425-52de-4179-be2f-0f5a7513ae91","isHidden":false,"type":"textBlock"},{"content":{"level":"h2","text":"Cozy Gaming Gifts","customid":""},"id":"57d9724e-a159-4831-90ed-26f07e842145","isHidden":false,"type":"headingBlock"},{"content":{"location":"kirby","image":["file:\/\/fQ3aZbINI5BXAVcs"],"src":"","alt":"Holiday gift ideas for the cozy gamer","caption":"","link":"","ratio":"","crop":"false"},"id":"6b8503bd-a8b7-4d7c-bded-2d3ec076d92d","isHidden":false,"type":"imageBlock"},{"content":{"text":"Switch Skins & Accessories (StickieTech) $14-46<\/strong><\/a> - Sure, they own a Switch. But does it fit their personality? StickieTech offers an amazing Cozy Collection of Switch skins (residue free), cute thumb grips and chic Switch travel pouches made with PU leather that will elevate their cozy gaming to the next level.<\/p>Candles (Threads & Thistles) $30-36<\/strong> <\/a>- Cozy gaming is an all five senses experience. Grab a scent from Threads & Thistles that matches the vibe of the gamer you're buying for with inventive candles including Cottagecore Lifestyle, Playing Sims on my Laptop, and Playing on Easy Mode in their shop.<\/p>Lightsync Keyboard (LogiTech G) $139.99<\/strong><\/a> - The ultimate blend of comfy design and pro performance. This wireless keyboard will keep you gaming for hours with 25 hours of battery life, lightsync mood animations you can customize and the ability to customize your keycaps and top plates.<\/p>Stardew Valley Apparel (Mage Apparel) $28-60<\/strong><\/a> - We LOVE these comfy tees and sweatshirts inspired by the ultimate cozy game in Stardew Valley. Mage's general shop also has hats, tees and sweatshirts with more general cozy gamer aesthetics.<\/p>Beats to Study & Relax to (Barnes & Noble) $42.99-57.99<\/strong><\/a> - OSTs are great, but you can really level up your gaming experience with this collection of lofi albums inspired by video game music on B&N. Undertale, Paper Mario, Sonic Frontiers, Celeste, and more are available along with beautiful cover and album art.<\/p>"},"id":"cecb8118-fec5-489a-97ca-45ddf9f8c000","isHidden":false,"type":"textBlock"},{"content":{"level":"h2","text":"Gifts for RPG Enthusiasts","customid":""},"id":"50eab1fb-e9c4-4e14-8320-b2e166e5c7bf","isHidden":false,"type":"headingBlock"},{"content":{"location":"kirby","image":["file:\/\/IVdmkhBMx6l5uFZe"],"src":"","alt":"RPG Gift Ideas for the Holidays","caption":"","link":"","ratio":"","crop":"false"},"id":"ded6e944-6364-4235-a46a-ce609f89d42c","isHidden":false,"type":"imageBlock"},{"content":{"text":"It's been an absolutely incredible 2024 for RPGs. Here's some specific merch we love for the person in your life that spends 10 hours in the character creator:<\/p>Metaphor Refantazio Collector's Edition (Amazon\/Best Buy) $222<\/strong><\/a> - It's one of the highest rated JRPGs of all time, a frontrunner for game of the year, and by the incredible team at Atlus. Get all the feelies and experience all the feels from the one you love.<\/p>Aggro Crab Beanie or Cap (LazyDevs) $25<\/strong><\/a> - Another Crab's Treasure has delighted audiences this year with a Souls-like experience in a beautiful, pinchy crab package. We think the black-and-white beanie is the perfect wardrobe addition for going aggro.<\/p>NieR:Automata Manga (Square Enix) $14.99 each<\/strong><\/a> - We'll take any bit of NieR lore we can, and this 3-issue manga series tells a beautiful original story accompanied with fantastic art that puts us right back in the angst of playing in that universe.<\/p>Diablo IV Rocklove Lilith Ring (Blizzard) $75<\/strong><\/a> - With the release of Vessel of Hatred, Diablo IV is captivating audiences young and old. Forget the engagement ring; what your partner really wants is this incredible statement piece of the Queen of the Succubi engraved with \"BLESSED MOTHER\" on the inside.<\/p>Baldur's Gate 3 Cassette & Pins Bundle (Larian Studios) $50<\/strong><\/a> - You've romanced Astarion, you've unlocked every character and ending, but do you have the...official cassette? It even contains an exclusive synthwave cover and makes the perfect item to decorate a shelf or desk in your gaming room. Plus, those enamel pins are just gorgeous.<\/p>"},"id":"9745aad7-5927-462d-b054-7bf43d62b140","isHidden":false,"type":"textBlock"},{"content":{"level":"h2","text":"Gifts for the VR Game Guru","customid":""},"id":"6a98c397-b6e8-47c2-b834-754fdc600eac","isHidden":false,"type":"headingBlock"},{"content":{"location":"kirby","image":["file:\/\/GbouB78BAb4Ou296"],"src":"","alt":"VR Gift Ideas for the Holidays","caption":"","link":"","ratio":"","crop":"false"},"id":"aeabdd77-4d6f-47c8-9272-e499d7d95f76","isHidden":false,"type":"imageBlock"},{"content":{"text":"Meta Quest 3S (Meta) $299.99<\/strong><\/a> - This is as close to a MUST-HAVE item for gamers as anything else on this list. A fantastic VR headset at an affordable price.<\/p>Among Us VR Bundle Gift Card (Walmart, Gamestop, Best Buy, Target) $14.99<\/strong><\/a> - When tons of people wake up to having the 3S under the tree this year, the first thing they're going to want to do is explore virtual worlds with their buds. Pick up Among Us VR for the ultimate social deduction game, now available in a virtual environment. Plus, the game card comes with a ton of free hats.<\/p>VR Long Sticks\/Handle Attachments (Amazon, be sure to get the right one for your device) $19.98<\/strong><\/a> - These attachments are perfect to enhance the VR experience and make games like Gorilla Tag and Beat Saber even easier to master. A must for kids.<\/p>VR Gun Grip (Amazon, be sure to get the right one for your device) $25.99<\/strong> <\/a>- Are you really playing hosts of Tabor or SUPERHOT VR if you don't look rad as heck doing so? These weighted pistol grips feel great, don't slip and fully immerse players into their FPS experience.<\/p>"},"id":"45338ec1-0e48-4558-8b7d-bcba61550839","isHidden":false,"type":"textBlock"},{"content":{"level":"h2","text":"Gifts for People who play FPS & Competitive Games","customid":""},"id":"3ffb912e-2ed2-4151-ba92-eadaaa048ca6","isHidden":false,"type":"headingBlock"},{"content":{"location":"kirby","image":["file:\/\/dvEnZWj7HIcJYzWq"],"src":"","alt":"Competitive gift ideas","caption":"","link":"","ratio":"","crop":"false"},"id":"ff1c52e4-0eba-4a53-94db-fb0bdff28f77","isHidden":false,"type":"imageBlock"},{"content":{"text":"Candy Con Wireless Controller (GameStop) $34.99<\/strong> <\/a>- If you shred controllers anything like us, you know how expensive it can get to keep replacing them. Not only are these half the price of a 1st party controller, but the thumb grips are designed to last years longer than the competition. Plus, you can get additional kits to fully customize the look and feel of each one, so every family member can have their own controller that uniquely fits them,<\/p>LED Monitor Light (Amazon) $179<\/strong> <\/a>- Eye fatigue has ended a lot of competitive nights of gaming well before they should have. Reduce eye strain with this no-glare light bar with modes that can be switched and adjusted on the fly with the included wireless controller.<\/p>Pro Keyboard (Amazon) $139.99<\/strong><\/a> - When winning is everything, the slightest improvement can make the different between first place and first runner up. SteelSeries Apex Pro series gives players adjustable, hypermagnetic switches with 40 levels of sensitivity. Plus, this mechanical keyboard just looks incredible.<\/p>All Button Gaming Controller (Best Buy) $299.99<\/strong><\/a> - Fighting game fans, the future is here. Lose the joystick and avoid input errors with their layout, customize the optical switches and take the slim design with you to any tournament you attend.<\/p>Lego Fortnite (Lego) $14.99-99.99<\/strong><\/a> - Waiting for the next round to start? Add a few bricks to your build while you wait. The supply llama and battle bus are great for younger gamers, and the Peely Bone a great challenge for any fan of Lego.<\/p>"},"id":"c89560dd-2791-470c-8efc-b60ee2846102","isHidden":false,"type":"textBlock"},{"content":{"level":"h2","text":"Gifts for Gamers On-The-Go","customid":""},"id":"413e33d8-62b0-454d-8406-45bdd64765af","isHidden":false,"type":"headingBlock"},{"content":{"location":"kirby","image":["file:\/\/G9Z0G7sOAYUlp4eK"],"src":"","alt":"","caption":"","link":"","ratio":"","crop":"false"},"id":"cbcc7017-8782-43ae-9660-33b372855085","isHidden":false,"type":"imageBlock"},{"content":{"text":"Perfect for those spending a lot of time in the passenger seat, on public transit or with lots of downtime away from their home PC or console.<\/p>Steam Deck (Valve) $399.99<\/strong><\/a> - Take those hundreds of games you never play with you! The Steamdeck packs a huge punch and can play a ton of current-gen titles, plus the screen and performance are amazing. <\/p>Anbernic RG CubeXX (Anbernice) $69.99<\/strong><\/a> - <\/strong>Retro gaming aficionados know that these little devices are becoming an essential way to experience the classics. We love the native 4X3 screen on this, responsive controls and great amount of emulators it can run. Just make sure to acquire those ROMs legally ;)<\/p>Backbone One Mobile Gaming Controller (WalMart) $75<\/strong><\/a> - Easily converts your phone into an easy-to-control portable device so you can rock at Call of Duty: Mobile<\/em> and anything on Game Pass. Easily lets you record video and take screenshots, too.<\/p>Play Nice: The Rise, Fall, and Future of Blizzard Entertainment (Amazon) $30<\/strong><\/a> - See, we can still go old-school. Perfect for big fans of the video game industry or those aspiring to be developers one day, Blood, Sweat, and Pixels's author Jason Schreier is back with a new book in 2024 turning his passion for investigative journalism to Blizzard Entertainment.<\/p>Axe of the Blood God Subscription (Patreon) $1-10\/mo<\/strong><\/a> - Support creators, unlock new content for your friend or loved one, and keep the wonderful content flowing. Patreon subscriptions to their favorite podcast are a fantastic gift and usually unlock even better rewards at higher tier levels. One of our faves: Axe of the Blood God's awesome hosts, fantastic FFXIV content and wonderful mix of RPG, JRPG and retro game content.<\/p>"},"id":"ee85cdf2-6452-4c28-b4a6-0230040f38c2","isHidden":false,"type":"textBlock"},{"content":{"level":"h2","text":"Gifts for People Who Play Board Games and TTRPGs","customid":""},"id":"c9bebaf3-a0a4-49c7-b163-bb574eb547ab","isHidden":false,"type":"headingBlock"},{"content":{"location":"kirby","image":["file:\/\/AJe5XctMySoRZTEF"],"src":"","alt":"Gift ideas for TTRPG game players","caption":"","link":"","ratio":"","crop":"false"},"id":"7859855e-d9ef-474b-8e5f-aac7b6efef53","isHidden":false,"type":"imageBlock"},{"content":{"text":"Dice Bath Bombs (Fantasy Soapworks) $15<\/strong><\/a> - Roll a Nat 20 every time with these inventive bath bombs for every class you might be playing that dissolve to reveal a full dice set and bliss. No one has to know you're playing your digital campaign from the comfort of your tub.<\/p>The Morrison Game Factory (Post Curious) $39<\/strong> <\/a>- Solve riddles, crack codes, and reveal secrets. Post Curious' new game for 2024 is a boxed puzzle campaign themed on a fictional mid-century boardgame manufacturer.<\/p>Board Game Arena Subscription (BGA) $36<\/strong><\/a> - Play hundreds of premium online tabletop games complete with stats, ranks, and integrated voice\/video chat.<\/p>Crokinole Board (BrownCastle Games) $199-280<\/strong><\/a> - Customize the perfect board, discs, and even accessories for this easy to learn, hard to master disc-flicking game of precision. Then, join the Pittsburgh Crokinole Club<\/a> (if you're local) or a club near you to find tons of people nearby to play with!<\/p>Custom Objective Markers for 40k (3d6 Wargaming) $30<\/strong><\/a> - Demonic seal, chaos altar and more options to customize the 40k experience while ending the debate of how many units are on an objective permanently. It's a win-win.<\/p>"},"id":"5bf882c9-b9ec-4bc8-abc0-f3e33678aa1e","isHidden":false,"type":"textBlock"}]
