Gamers will definitely spend hours fully appreciating your gift!
The holiday season is in full swing, and with the cold weather, hot chocolate and generally merry atmosphere comes the dreaded fear of buying gifts.
But if you’re buying for gamers, then you’re in luck, as they are truly an easy bunch to please!
Find out which console they own or the kind of gaming-related topics that always somehow flow into your conversation, and you’re not far off.
DESIblitz checks out the best deals available this holiday, so you can buy the perfect gift for them, without having a deep hole in your wallet afterwards.
Consoles
If you want to get your money’s worth, a console bundle is a great choice, as they generally come with spanking new games, such as Fallout 4 and FIFA 16.
GAME offers a good range of deals for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One – perfect for serious gamers.
The battle between PS4 and Xbox One surely makes for tricky decisions, but in most cases it comes down to personal preference, as most games are available across all platforms anyway.
A 500GB model will be more than enough to get things started, unless the user frequently downloads online games, in which case a 1TB model may be more suitable.
If you’re looking for a gift for a more casual gamer or a family, then Nintendo is your choice. Most deals for the Wii U and 3DS come in various colours, prices and fun games, like the Black Wii U Premium or 3DS XL in Blue or Black.
Games
Walk into any supermarkets or video game outlets and you will find a plethora of games, ranging from RPG to strategy games.
These are great bundles of joy for any gamers, whether the games are preowned or first-hand.
For those who prefer fact action, Tesco is offering amazing deals, such as Watchdogs and Tomb Raider Definitive Edition for the Xbox One at only £10, and Far Cry 4 for the PC for £20.
For a more sport-orientated gamer, Argos is another retailer that offers big discounts on the likes of FIFA 16 on the PS4 and Xbox One for £32.99.
GAME is also stepping up with Christmas offers, with up 50 per cent off selected games.
Get Assassin’s Creed: Syndicate for £24.99 on all platforms, for those who love to explore their worlds, fight with stealth and use parkour in games.
Halo 5: Guardians is also on offer at just £32.99 which is great for Xbox fans who love first person shooters and Rise of the Tomb Raider for £29.99 for those into open world action adventure games.
Another interesting deal is Destiny: The Taken King Legendary Edition on the PS4 for only £29.99. It generally appeals to all kinds of gamers and provides a twist on the classic first person shooter experience.
Accessories
Gaming accessories is a completely different world of its own, and any avid gamers would appreciate a little something extra to go with their gaming set.
For a Star Wars fan who happens to own an Xbox One, why not treat them to a Star Wars controller for just £36.99?
If you’re buying for a Batman fan who owns a PS4, nothing says ‘I love you’ like a Batman controller bundle from Tesco at only £5.
Buying for a PC gamer? Check out Guillemot T Wireless controller compatible for the PC and PS3 to make gaming easier for £19.99 at Argos.
Headset is also a really cool gift for online gamers. Turtle Beach P4C Headset for the PS4 provide great audio quality alongside a mic, so gamers can talk to their friends whilst playing online.
It also comes with a ‘unique slotted ear cup design that lets you hear external game sound and chat at the same time’ to make sure gamers never miss out on the action, and only costs £20.
Now if we’re talking about the ultimate gaming experience and if you’re in the mood to go all out, then the X Rocker 2.1 Floor Rocker Gaming Chair (£79.99) is what you need.
These ideas will help you find the perfect present for a friend, a loved one or family who loves nothing more than immersing into the virtual world.
Especially at a fraction of the full retail price, whoever you give them to will definitely spend hours fully appreciating it!