12 Birthday gift ideas for your partner who loves video games

12 Birthday gift ideas for your partner who loves video games

1. A video game with them as the hero Our product

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2. Game merchandise

   A hoodie or figure from a series on their shelf. Around $25-100.

3. A new controller

   A DualSense, Xbox Wireless or 8BitDo pad in a colour they will like. Check the console first. Around $60-180.

4. A game store card

   A Steam, PlayStation or Nintendo eShop card, so they can choose the next game. Around $20-100.

5. A game cafe visit

   An afternoon at a board-game cafe, with food and a table booked. Around $20-60.

6. A streaming starter kit

   A webcam and a USB microphone for sharing sessions with friends. Around $60-200.

7. A game art print

   A poster of a game you have played together. Around $20-60.

8. A cake from a good bakery

   Ordered in their favourite flavour and delivered with candles. Around $30-70.

9. Jewellery

   A simple bracelet or ring from Mejuri or Pandora, with a small engraving. Check their style first. Around $50-250.

10. A well-made tote

    A canvas or leather tote they will carry daily. Around $30-120.

11. A soft scarf

    A wool or cashmere scarf in a colour from their wardrobe. Around $30-120.

12. Flowers

    A bouquet delivered to the door with a handwritten card. Around $25-80.

Buying for a gamer

Most keen players already own the big-name releases. Instead of guessing a title, give them the choice with a store card, or give something that improves the setup they already have.

Then add one thing that is only from you.

Buying for your partner

Gifts for a partner work when they reflect the way the two of you live. Notice routines, shared jokes and plans you have made together.

If you are unsure of a taste, an experience for two is safer than an object.

If the birthday is tomorrow

Game store cards, cakes and a personalized game can be arranged online the same day. An oin game is usually emailed within an hour of payment, so it can still be ready for the morning. Pair one with a handwritten card and they still have something to open.

Think of the day as a whole: a morning surprise, a gift at dinner and something for the evening. A single gift rarely feels like enough on its own.