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20 gifts for gamers that will score big on Christmas

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Whether a gamer is Team Nintendo, Sony, Microsoft or PC, these gifts for gamers will drag them off their rig this holiday.

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1) Playstation VR Bundle

 

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This bundle has everything you need to take your PS4 into the next level of virtual reality.

Price on Amazon: $449

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2) Sega Ultimate Portable Game Player

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Consider this the Sega version of the SNES Classic Edition, but portable. Play 85 classic Sega Genesis games on-the-go or  you can plug and play on a T.V.

Price on Amazon: $49.99

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3) Pokémon Ultra Sun and Moon

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Ultra beasts. Ultras sequel. Ultra fun.

Price on Amazon: $39

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4) Super Mario Odyssey wired Nintendo Switch controller

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Not only does this Nintendo Switch controller have a sweet Mario aesthetic, but it’s roughly half the cost of a Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. Win/Win!

Price on GameStop: $29

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5) Universal gaming headset

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This headset works on all consoles and computer gaming rigs for serious competitive gaming. Plus, it’s got a noise reducer so the competition can’t hear your heavy, panicked breathing.

Price on Amazon: $22

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6) Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition

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The huge PS4 hit set in a lush post-apocalyptic world just got a little more awesome. This version comes with the game and all the DLC in one convenient package.

Price on Amazon: $49

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7) Hyperkin SmartBoy

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Turn any Samsung S8 phone into a working Game Boy and Game Boy Color system. It’s also compatible with Game Boy Advance apps on the Google Play store. Sweet!

Price on Amazon: $44

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8) Call of Duty: WWII

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The latest Call of Duty relives the fiercest battles of the second World War. Land on Normandy in D-Day and fight to liberate Europe from the evil forces of the Third Reich. Expect a heart-wrenching cinematic experience.

Price on Amazon: $59

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9) New Nintendo 3DS XL SNES edition

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Are you cold from not being able to nab a SNES Classic Mini? Grab this SNES themed New Nintendo 3DS XL system. Not only does it looks just like a SNES, but it comes with Super Mario Kart packed in.

Price on Amazon: $199

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10) Steam Link

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Stream and play your entire Steam library on any television in your house. Works with all manner of gaming controllers. It blends the high-octane gaming of PC with the convenience of gaming on a console.

Price on Amazon: $29

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11) Super Mario Odyssey Lunchbox Kit

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This one is for seriously big Mario fans. It comes with a sleek steel Mario lunchbox, a bright-red Joy-Con grip, earbuds, a Mario cleaning cloth and a low-profile screen protector.

Price on Amazon: $29.99

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12) Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy

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Relive the magic of the first three Crash Bandicoot games in glorious high definition.

Price on Amazon: $34.99

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13) PS4 Destiny 2 Bundle

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A bundle so great it’s white hot. This PS4 bundle comes with Destiny 2 and an entire terabyte of space to get a great library of games going.

Price on Amazon: $449

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14) SNES Pro Controller

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These pro controllers give the SNES controller a modern day upgrade. They’re compatible with Windows, MacOs, Android and iOS, Nintendo Switch and even the SNES Classic Mini. Available in SNES or Super Famicom flavors.

Price on Amazon: $49.99

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15) Robot Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

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Serious PC gaming requires a high-end keyboard. This flashy red model comes complete with 104 anti-ghosting keys and an ergonomical design for long gaming sessions.

Price on Amazon: $49

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16) Question Block Nintendo Switch case

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Don’t lose track of your teeny tiny Nintendo Switch cartridges. Keep them safe in this Question Block case. This Mario-tastic case holds 12 games securely with form-fitting rubber slots.

Price on Amazon: $12.99

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17) Avermedia Live Gamer Portable

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Think your gaming skills are ready for Twitch? The Avermedia Live Gamer portable is all you need to get your streaming channel started. It connects to all modern gaming rigs and consoles with or without your PC. Best of all, it’s incredibly user friendly.

Price on Amazon: $170 (regularly $200)

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18) DexCharge Power Bank

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When you’re on the hunt in Pokémon Go, the last thing you want is your phone to run out of power. This Pokédex styled power bank stores enough power to charge your iPhone or Samsung phone three and a half times. Plus, it’s small enough to fit in most pockets.

Price on Amazon: $34.99

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19) Nintendo Switch Neon Blue/Red

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Big N’s latest and greatest. Play classics like Super Mario Odyssey, Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Splatoon 2 at home or on the go.

Price on Amazon: $299

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20) PowerLead Bluetooth Smartphone Controller

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Touch screen gaming can be totally cumbersome. Enjoy the App Store and Google Play’s best titles with this handy (pun intended) bluetooth controller. Snap on your smartphone, connect the controller and game anywhere and everywhere.

Price on Amazon: $22.99

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