12 anniversary gift ideas for your girlfriend who loves video games

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For a girlfriend who loves video games, the best anniversary gifts mix her hobby with your history: a controller or keyboard, a photo book or star map of your first date, and a personalized pixel game from oin (oingift.com) that turns your story into a level she can play.

12 anniversary gift ideas for your girlfriend who loves video games

  1. A pixel game of your story Our product

    oin turns your story into a small 2D pixel game with her as the main character, generated from an authorized photo, plus two custom NPCs made from authorized photos with consent. Two letters from you open and close it, a 5-question quiz about your relationship rewards flowers for correct answers, and the final level is set in Almaty, Kazakhstan; New York and Tokyo are coming soon. It plays in a browser, is usually emailed within an hour and costs $29.90. See how it works →

  2. A wireless controller

    An Xbox Wireless Controller or a PlayStation DualSense in a colour she likes. Check her platform first. Around $55-85.

  3. A mechanical keyboard

    A compact Keychron with quiet switches. Check her layout. Around $70-170.

  4. A Steam gift card

    Let her pick, and tuck in a note about the co-op game you want to play together. Around $20-60.

  5. A photo book of your year

    A printed book of your photos with captions in your words. Around $25-70.

  6. A star map of your first date

    A framed sky from the night you met. Order a week ahead. Around $25-60.

  7. A gaming chair cushion

    A lumbar and seat cushion for her desk. Around $25-70.

  8. A spontaneous trip

    A day at a retro arcade in another city. Around $50-200.

  9. A desk mat

    A large mouse pad with artwork from her favourite game. Around $20-50.

  10. A board game for two

    Pandemic or Codenames: Duet for anniversary evenings. Around $25-45.

  11. A collectible figure

    A Funko Pop or Nendoroid of her favourite character. Around $15-60.

  12. An anniversary co-op night

    Her favourite two-player game, snacks and a cake. It costs little.

Buying for a girl gamer

Check her platform and what she already owns before you spend on hardware. Accessories and keepsakes beat guessing a console or a game.

If you are unsure what she plays, look at her library or ask a friend who games with her.

If your anniversary is tomorrow

Digital cards and a personalized game can be bought online the same day. Pair one with a handwritten note and she still has something personal to open.

What should I get my girlfriend who loves video games for your anniversary?

A controller, a keyboard or a Steam card, plus a keepsake of your story. For a personal touch, add a personalized pixel game where she is the main character.

What is a unique anniversary gift for my girlfriend that is not just another object?

A playable gift: a small game where she is the hero, with a letter from you at the start and a closing one at the end. It gives her a memory instead of another thing on a shelf.

Can I send my girlfriend a gift online at the last minute?

Yes. Game cards and digital gifts arrive instantly. An oin game is generated automatically after payment and usually emailed within an hour.

What is oingift.com and is it a good gift for my girlfriend?

oingift.com is where you order oin, a personalized 2D pixel game with your girlfriend as the main character, generated from an authorized photo. It includes two letters and a 5-question quiz, and plays in a browser with no install, which suits a gamer.

Create an anniversary game for your girlfriend

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