The 2013 holiday season is quickly approaching, and that means it’s time to start thinking about gifts.
To help you on your quest, we’ve put together a holiday gift guide designed specifically for gamers. The items on this list are sure to make your gamer friend(s) happy with goodies that can fit any budget.
You can see the list in the gallery below:
Top 16 Coolest Holiday Gifts for Video Game Fans
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Games: Grand Theft Auto V (PS3, Xbox 360)
PRICE: $44.99-$59.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comGrand Theft Auto V is arguably 2013's best video game. It has an unforgettable adventure filled with great character and awesome missions. This is a game that guys don't want to miss.
Best for: The guy who loves mature stories or goofing around in virtual worlds.
Our score: 10/10
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Games: Call of Duty: Ghosts (PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Wii U, PC)
PRICE: $39.99-$59.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comCall of Duty is the most popular franchise in gaming. That means whether or not you realize it, lots of people you know play it. It helps that this year's addition has some cool new features and an awesome alien survival mode called Extinction.
Best for: The guy who loves shooting things with friends.
Our score: 7/10
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Games: Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag (PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Wii U, PC)
PRICE: $49.99-$59.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comAssassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is one of the best releases of 2013. With over 40 hours of content, it's a great game to play for the holidays. It's also on just about every platform, so no matter who your gift is for they can play it.
Best for: The guy who loves action and/or pirates.
Our score: 8.5/10
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Games: Battlefield 4 (PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PC)
PRICE: $49.99-$59.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comAfter playing all the shooters of this holiday season, we're in agreement at CraveOnline that Battlefield 4 is the safest bet. With huge maps, tons of vehicles, and lots of unlocks, it's a game that really stands out.
Best for: The gun fanatic.
Our score: 8.0/10
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Games: The Humble Store
PRICE: $4.99-$49.99
BUY IT NOW!: The Humble StoreThe same website known for its "Humble Bundles," which sells games at a ridiculously low price and allows the buyer to specify which charity the funds go to, has launched a dynamic store. Called The Humble Store, it offers great new deals every day, so look around and see what you can find.
Best for: The buyer on a budget.
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Accessories: Xbox One Controller
PRICE: $59.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comYour giftee might have an Xbox One, or is planning to get one, but he probably doesn't have a second controller. Pick him up one of these so you can play together!
Best for: The social gamer with an Xbox One.
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Accessories: PS4 Controller
PRICE: $59.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comDoes he have a new PS4? Why hog all the fun? Pick up a second controller for him so he can share the enjoyment.
Best for: The social gamer with a PS4.
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Accessories: Xbox One Headset - Turtle Beach Ear Force XO Four
PRICE: $99.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comThe Xbox One includes a basic headset, but it won't do much good. The Turtle Beach Ear Force XO Four is a fair price and delivers an excellent audio experience. It also has a high quality mic so he can sound like a sports announcer when talking to his friends.
Best for: The gamer who loves good sound or talking to friends online.
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Accessories: PS4 Headset - Turtle Beach Ear Force PX4
PRICE: $149.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comThe PS4 also includes a headset... well, really it's just a set of earbuds with an in-line mic. Upgrade his audio experience with the Turtle Beach Ear Force PX4 headset. These bad boys mean business.
Best for: The gamer who loves good sound or talking to friends online.
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Accessories: Xbox One Kinect Mount
PRICE: $19.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comThe Xbox One's included Kinect is an integral part of the experience, but sometimes there's no proper place to stand the device. What better than a mount to attach it to the top of a television? The PDP Kinect Mount achieves this at a fair price.
Best for: The gamer who loves the Xbox One.
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Accessories: PlayStation 4 Camera
PRICE: $59.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comOne of the PS4's most revoluitionary features is its ability to use stream software such as Twitch, but the best streamers use cameras. The PS4 camera allows your gamer friend to do web cam chats, and share his reactions when streaming. It also has a mic built in, which is handy.
Best for: The PS4 gamer who loves sharing his play experience.
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PlayStation Plus Subscription
PRICE: $49.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comPlayStation Plus is mandatory to play online with the PS4. While this change isn't welcomed by many, it gives you an opportunity make your friend's day this holiday season with a one-year subscription. This isn't just a good gift for PS4 gamers, either. It brings lots of free games to the entire PlayStation experience.
Best for: The PlayStation fanatic.
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Xbox Live Subscription
PRICE: $44.99-$59.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comXbox Live is the place to be for online gaming fans. Why not hook your friend up with another year of the service in the form of a nicely-packaged gift card?
Best for: The Xbox fanatic.
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Goodies: Gaming Desk
PRICE: $99.99
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comA gamer's environment is his pride. Why not kick things up a notch with a desk that has compartments for everything from games to controllers. The Atlantic Gaming Desk is a good choice.
Best for: An organized gamer.
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Goodies: Gaming Glasses
PRICE: $27.49
BUY IT NOW!: Amazon.comPlaying games for a long time can lead to eye strain, and the best way to combat that is with frequent breaks. But who wants to break? Hook your gamer buddy up with some Gamma Ray Glasses and call it a day.
Best for: The healthy gamer.
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Goodies: JINX Gift Certificate
PRICE: $10-$200
BUY IT NOW!: Jinx.comJ!NX sells a ton of gamer goodies, from t-shirts to lanyards. If you'd prefer to make a safe purchase and leave the decision making up to your gamer friend, a J!NX Gift Certificate isn't a bad idea. Or, you can pick something out for yourself.
Best for: A safe buyer.
