Ideas to shop around
Directions rather than one particular thing, for when you’d rather choose. Some come with a few that fit.
Mice and keyboards
What they touch most. Wired is cheapest and lag-free, wireless is tidier.
5 that fit · about $29.99 – $99.99
Logitech G502 HERO Wired Gaming Mouseabout $37.99 · amazon.com
Logitech G305 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouseabout $29.99 · amazon.com
SteelSeries QcK XXL Gaming Mouse Padabout $29.99 · amazon.com
Redragon K552 Mechanical Gaming Keyboardabout $36.99 · amazon.com
Razer BlackWidow V4 X Mechanical Gaming Keyboardabout $99.99 · amazon.com
Headsets, mics and streaming
Better audio for gaming and chat, plus tools for anyone who streams or records.
4 that fit · about $57.99 – $134.99
HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headsetabout $57.99 · amazon.com
Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 Studio Controller, 15 Macro Keysabout $134.99 · amazon.com
Logitech G PRO X Wired Gaming Headsetabout $92.06 · amazon.com
Elgato Wave:3 USB Condenser Microphoneabout $97 · amazon.com
Monitors, lights and desk
Make the setup look and feel better.
5 that fit · about $14.99 – $249
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQ 27" QHD 165Hz G-SYNC Monitorabout $249 · amazon.com
BenQ ScreenBar LED Monitor Light Barabout $109 · amazon.com
Govee Gaming Light for Monitor G1about $49.99 · amazon.com
Govee 16.4ft RGBIC LED Strip Lightsabout $14.99 · amazon.com
Personalized Controller & Headset Stand with Gamertag (Etsy)about $65.43 · etsy.com
Controllers and handheld PCs
Play on the couch or on the go. The Steam Deck LCD is the budget model, the OLED has a better screen and battery life.
2 that fit · about $49.49 – $549
Xbox Wireless Controller, Carbon Blackabout $49.49 · amazon.com
Valve Steam Deck OLED (512GB)about $549 · amazon.com
Racing sim gear
A wheel and pedals turn racing games into a different experience. Check platform support before buying.
2 that fit · about $56.91 – $229.99
Logitech G29 Racing Wheel and Pedals (PS5, PS4, PC)about $229.99 · amazon.com
Foldable Racing Wheel Standabout $56.91 · amazon.com
Gift cards for games
Let them pick what to play. Steam covers most of the PC library.
One that fits · about $50
Steam Gift Card, $50about $50 · amazon.com
Cable management and upkeep
Cheap items that keep a PC clean and tidy.
3 that fit · about $4.07 – $12.99
Nettbe Reusable Cable Ties (60 pack)about $4.07 · amazon.com
VELCRO Brand Reusable Cable Ties, 6in (100 pack)about $9.07 · amazon.com
Compressed Air Duster, 10 ozabout $12.99 · amazon.com
Funny Gamer T-Shirts and Hoodies
Wearable jokes for PC gamers: keyboard shirts, side quest tees and a hoodie to game in. Easy to buy and easy to wear.
4 that fit · about $16.99 – $29.99
WASD Gaming Keys Funny PC Gamer Keyboard Quote T-Shirtabout $19.99 · amazon.com
I'm Not Procrastinating I'm Doing Side Quests RPG Gamer T-Shirtabout $24.99 · amazon.com
Funny Lag Kills Video Game PC Gamer T-Shirtabout $16.99 · amazon.com
I Paused My Game To Be Here You're Welcome Pullover Hoodieabout $29.99 · amazon.com
Desk Upgrades, Mugs and Gaming Setup Decor
Small upgrades that make a gaming desk tidier and more fun, from a controller mat and mug to a monitor riser.
4 that fit · about $11.99 – $49.99
Game Over Ceramic Coffee Mug with Controller Handleabout $11.99 · amazon.com
Retro Gaming Desk Mat with Controller Printabout $16.99 · amazon.com
Computer Monitor Stand Riser with Storage Drawer, USB Hub and RGBabout $49.99 · amazon.com
Under Desk Cable Management Tray (No Drill)about $13.89 · amazon.com