This keeb tops our list of the best gaming keyboards, so it's a safe pick for any gamer. Typing and gaming on it feels like a dream, the switches are hot-swappable, and it's still compact enough for a full-sized keyboard. Check out our review of the Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 to learn just why we love it.

Amazon: $209 $158

Anyone who's ever played Red Dead Redemption 2 knows that the music is top-notch. With this beautiful set, you can listen to it for as long as you like. This collection of the best tracks, produced by Daniel Lanois, will bring you back to the game's best moments.

Amazon: $30

A decent headset is a must for most gamers. It can make the difference between life and death in shooters like Arc Raiders, and in other games it can make your gaming buddies happy. After all, no one wants to listen to an echo-ridden mess on Discord. This is a great starter headset (a close cousin of the Razer BlackShark V2), and at its current price, it's an absolute steal. Bonus: You can also buy it in a few different snazzy colors.

Amazon: $60 $38

This Christmas, it's time to get yourself a proper mouse. Enter: the Logitech G502 Lightspeed. We're here to sing its praises, because when we reviewed it, we loved its outstanding 16K CPI sensor, fully programmable buttons, and modular weight. It also has a whopping 11 buttons, so it's a good pick for all kinds of gamers, whether they're into esports or RPGs.

Amazon: $120 $92

Seriously, speaking from experience: there's nothing worse than lag or disconnects when gaming, so it's best to avoid them. This is why picking up a solid Wi-Fi 7 router is a great choice. It sets you up for success with speeds reaching up to 5765Mbps, and gives you superb Wi-Fi coverage with those six fancy antennas. Featuring EasyMesh compatibility for anyone living in a space where it's hard for Wi-Fi to reach every room.

TP-Link: $220

A genuine open-world board game, Vantage crashes you and up to five friends into an alien planet overflowing with life, weirdness, and discovery: burning deserts, magic crystals, treasure heists, and underwater prisons. Vantage is structurally loose and light on complexity, leaving maximum room for pleasant wandering. You might start off trying to repair your broken spaceship, but decide that you actually want to settle down and build a barn for all the sentient rock people you've befriended.

Stonemaier Games: $85

If you (or your loved one) liked Assassin's Creed Shadows, you can't miss out on this full-color hardcover book of art. Whether the architecture, the armor, or the character models, you'll find heaps of art and fun facts in this carefully crafted tome.

Amazon: $50 $30

I don't know a single fan of Stardew Valley who would be able to resist these. These tiny pins (only about 0.6-inch tall at the most) showcase all the characters we love, from the various breeds of chickens to the Junimos.

Etsy: $4+

This one may not be as cute as those Stardew Valley pins, but it sure is useful. Acer's USB hub comes with four USB 3.0 ports, offering up to 5Gbps data transfer speeds. It plugs in via USB-A and is compatible with a PC, but also all kinds of other devices, such as the Xbox or a MacBook.

Amazon: $15 $12

Have you ever played Skyrim, or any other game within the Elder Scrolls universe, and felt a little peckish? Well, this book won't make you any less hungry, but it might help you cook something delicious. It contains over 60 recipes inspired by the cuisine in the Old Kingdom, Tamriel, and more.

Amazon: $35 $26

Old school The Sims players (or those who recently discovered the joys of the re-release that EA served up earlier this year) will recognize this personality trait mug immediately. It's an exact copy of the user interface in The Sims 1, but personalized. Think of some funny traits and make that '90s kid in your life happy.

Etsy: $15.49+

This cute little cube is a fidget toy. The perfect companion to Discord calls, Netflix binges, and moments when we wish we had something to play with. This particular toy is quiet, durable, and feels a little weighty in your hands—good for a tiny de-stress while a game is loading up.

Amazon: $12 $10

We all need a little bling in our lives sometimes. If you or your lucky gamer happen to love RGB lighting, why not make your gaming setup a little more snazzy with this set of LED strips? This pack contains two 130ft strips that you can use to decorate your desk or your bedroom.

Amazon: $15 $10

Elden Ring is more than just an amazing game (with some very challenging, at times frustrating gameplay). It's an entire world with a very rich lore. This manga comic book, created by Nikiichi Tobita, tells the original story of Elden Ring in several beautiful tomes.

Amazon: $13 $11

Here's another one for Assassin's Creed fans, and it's going to be a hit if you like gaming merch. This decorative lamp with the Assassin's Creed logo creates an optical illusion. It's pretty mesmerizing, and it'll look fantastic on a desk or a shelf.

Amazon: $20

Speaking of making your gaming room look brilliant: any fans of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 in the house? You're gonna love this art print. You can get it in various sizes, ranging from 8x12" to 24x36".

Crowsmack: $15+

We've all seen gaming headsets with kitty ears (or maybe even the Gengar-themed Razer Kraken Kitty V2), but what about a Plumbob? This thing will turn you into your Sim, complete with all the color options you might want. Are you feeling great, flirty, or tired? That Plumbob will tell the world.

Etsy: $16.38

Here's another fun stocking stuffer: Elden Ring decals. Any fan will crack a smile at some of these, and although there's one we weren't able to show here on PC Gamer, you'll know it when you see it.

Etsy: $5+

Whether you want to really hear what's happening on Discord, or you want to indulge in that immersive RPG on max volume, this multimedia speaker system can do that for you. Logitech Z313 comes with its own subwoofer, offers 50 watts of peak power, and strong bass that will have your neighbors knocking on your door in no time.

Amazon: $69

Those in need of a massive mouse pad will appreciate the Razer Gigantus V2 XXL. This beast is huge, measuring 37 by 16.2 inches. With a textured micro-weave cloth surface, it'll let your mouse glide smoothly all the way to victory. You're paying a premium for that Gengar theme, but who could resist it?

Amazon: $50

It's hard to get by without a controller these days, and out of all the options out there, the GameSir G7 Pro is the one we at PC Gamer consider to be the best PC controller. It has everything you could wish for as a serious gamer, from TMR sticks to Hall Effect analog triggers and a 1,000Hz polling rate.

Amazon: $80

Gaming isn't just about engaging gameplay and GPU-crushing visuals—the story is just as important. The Assassin's Creed franchise has rich lore, and this massive set of 10 paperbacks explores it in great depth in a series of gripping stories.

Amazon: $66 $60

This isn't exactly official merch, but it's close enough for us to say that any fans of the recent Hollow Knight: Silksong will enjoy it. It's a joy to put together, and the little LED lights make it a wonderful dust collector for any Hollow Knight enthusiast.

Amazon: $35

How many hours a day do you (or your gift recipient) spend at the desk? If the answer is "too many," you need to invest in comfort, and a nice foot rest goes a long way. This memory foam foot rest will let you put your feet up a little bit, and it has a bunch of different ways it can be used, so you can adjust based on what you like.

Amazon: $50 $40

If there's just one thing we gamers never have enough of (other than buying more and more of the best PC games and then never playing them), it's storage. All those games have to end up somewhere. SSK's portable SSD gives you two things you need: a reliable place for your backups and storage for your games, all with speeds of up to 1,050MB/s.

Amazon: $81

The world of Elden Ring is grim and not-so-pretty, but you wouldn't think so based on this wall art of Lunar Princess Ranni. This is a Displate, meaning that the art is printed on stainless steel and attached to your wall by a sticker and a magnet—perfect for those who don't want to anger their landlord.

Displate: $58+

If you love handmade game merch, and you've put in some time (read: probably well over 100 hours by now) into Hollow Knight: Silksong, then you're bound to appreciate this Hornet plush. It was hand-crafted using soft fleece, stands almost 8-inches tall, and has an impeccable level of detail.

Etsy: $42+

Frostmourne hungers... for space on your desk, in this case. This is a handmade World of Warcraft-themed lamp, depicting Frostmourne, The Lich King's iconic sword. Made of high-quality epoxy, the entire thing lights up, and the sword can be removed if you suddenly need to defend yourself from a group of defenders of Azeroth.

Etsy: $31+

Budding streamers and Discord enthusiasts alike are all in need of a solid mic. Trust me, they really are. I've been in too many calls with people who sound like they live inside a tin. This standalone HyperX SoloCast microphone gives you hi-res 24-bit/96KHz recording for that HD feel on every call.

Amazon: $60 $40

A gaming headset that actually looks kinda cool? You've got it in the Logitech G733 Lightspeed. Available in a bunch of different colors, this wireless headset lets you go all-in on RGB customization. It's reasonably comfortable and has an impressive battery life to sustain those long gaming sessions.

Amazon: $160 $145

The LG UltraGear 27GS50F-B (doesn't that just roll off the tongue?) is a reasonably-priced gaming monitor that'll do the trick for most gamers. It's 1080p, which means that even older rigs will handle it no problem (although high-end PCs will benefit from switching to one of the best gaming monitors instead). 180Hz refresh rates make it solid for both shooters and RPGs.

Amazon: $167

If this is what you're getting, then your giftee must've been pretty darn good this year. Secretlab's Titan Evo gaming chair is the key to a healthy spine and no backpain for us gamers. We all spend way too many hours sitting; might as well make the most of it. The chair comes in size regular, X-large, and small, and is available in a bunch of different colors.

Amazon: $690

This is one of the most unique PC cases we've ever seen. Pyramid-shaped and completely transparent, it will help you display your small form factor gaming PC in a whole new way. It's compatible with mini-ITX motherboards and optimized for cooling. This is how you score endless compliments on your build, by the way.

Etsy: $200 $150

I own the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7, and I love almost everything about it. As a person who wears glasses, it's one of the few that never makes my ears hurt. Sound quality in games is really good, and unlike many gaming headsets, this pair of cans can also stand its ground when playing music or movies. It's not the latest SteelSeries headset, but it's still top-notch.

Newegg: $260 | Amazon: $200

Any WoW enthusiast who's ever played Wrath of the Lich King will have appreciate the original soundtrack. Arguably one of the best in the entire series, this set of two vinyls brings you right back to Northrend. Listen to the heart-wrenching "Arthas, My Son," or the nostalgia-inducing "Totems of the Grizzlemaw" in a whole new way.

Amazon: $51

This gorgeous set of two vinyls contains some of the most iconic tracks from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Many gamers grew up playing that version of Zelda, and those unforgettable tracks are bound to bring a keen feeling of nostalgia (and a sudden urge to re-play it ASAP).

Amazon: $90 $66

The original Hollow Knight is a beautiful game, and this gorgeous set of two vinyls does it justice. Composed by Christopher Larkin, this contains the original soundtrack to the game. Get ready for an emotional adventure.

Amazon: $60

"Kill the monsters. Steal the treasure. Stab your buddy." Sound fun? You've got to check out Munchkin Deluxe. This is a card game about dungeon adventure, but don't expect it to be anything like D&D. It's a hilarious game for up to 6 players, and by the end of it, you'll all be crying with laughter.

Amazon: $40

Now that it's winter and we're all stuck inside, what's more fun than playing through a mystery with friends? You can play Bureau of Investigation by yourself or with a group of up to eight players. This is a mystery game set in the U.S. in the 1920s, and it'll have you solving Sherlock Holmes-style cases inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's stories. Perfect for a game night over the holidays!

Amazon: $45 $41

Magic: The Gathering fan? Fallout fan? Doesn't matter, get this. This Fallout-themed MTG set comes with a collector booster sample and two legendary traditional foils. You're getting 100 cards in total, and 38 of them have never been seen before, and they're all extra iconic -- what's not to like?

Amazon: $60 $46

I can never resist a pretty dice set, and this one is seriously next level. It's made out of metal and hollow on the inside, and it's all dragon-themed. It's intricate, with large dice and a beautiful wooden coffer to store them in.

Amazon: $35

Marvel X-Men Dice Throne is a fast-paced combat tabletop that lets you play in 1v1 duels, 2v2 teams, or even in free-for-all mode. You can play as Iceman, Psylocke, Storm, and Wolverine, and each comes with their own unique dice, board, and deck of cards.

Amazon: $50