20 Cool Gifts Your Gaming Teen Will Love

Does your teen boy love playing video games? 
Are you looking for a gaming gift they will love, be useful or fun?
Check out lots of gaming gift ideas for teen boys below: 
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Gaming T Shirt

This is a hilarious t shirt for any gamer of all ages. 

It comes in lots of different sizes. 

The t shirt is 90% ringspun cotton and 10% polyester. The material is soft and smooth. 

Great for teenage gamers to wear when they are out and about. It's sure to raise a smile. 

Gaming Chair

Gaming chairs are a great gaming gift. They offer comfort, improved sound and a better experience when playing games. Some gaming chairs offer vibration too. Gaming chairs don't have to be just used for gaming. Use them for listening to music or watching TV too. And they are great to have offer as another seat for when friend's come around. 

There are gaming chair to suit every budget. You can get them from around $60. 

The Xrocker has 4 speakers for total immersion surround sounds. It vibrates and is comfortable with full back support and a headrest. The seat cover also wipes clean. It's great for mobile gaming, listening to music, watching TV, reading, and relaxing

​Marvel Avengers Gaming Chair

This chair not only looks super cool, it has tons of great adjustments so that you can be extra comfortable while gaming. 

The chair is height adjustable and can recline fully back by up to 180 degrees. 

The arm rests can be put at the right height and angle and are made of urethane so are super comfortable too.  .

It also comes in other superhero themes. 

Gaming Headphones

Headphones are great for hearing every detail of the sound in your games (like enemy footsteps or the click of a weapon in the distance).

You can also use the microphone on a headset to speak to friends online. 

The softly padded retractable headband design allows you to find the perfect fit without constraint and provide excellent durability, suits all gamers at any age.

The headphones come with a 12 months worry-free product guarantee and friendly customer service

Carrying Case for Nintendo Switch

If he has a NIntendo switch and likes to take it places, on vacation, to a friend's house or to college than a Nintendo Switch case is super useful. 

It keeps everything protected and organised. You can store the switch anytime in there that it's not in use. 

It turns a switch console into something which is extremely portable and travel friendly. 

Fortnite Monopoly

Fortnite loves will enjoy a game away from their screens of monopoly (with a fortnite theme). 

Players claim locations, battle their opponents, and avoid the Storm to survive; the last player standing wins!

The Monopoly Fortnite Edition features well-known locations as properties, and players aim to earn health point chips instead of Monopoly money to stay in the game

Back Rest for Gaming

If he likes gaming while sitting on the couch, the floor or bed he will love a bit of extra back support given by a back rest. 

It can be placed anywhere he wishes and the carry handle at the top means it's easily portable between rooms. 

It can also be used while watching television, reading or while looking at a tablet or laptop.

Video Games

Of course most gamers want new video games but it can be difficult to know what to buy if you're inexperienced in this area. It's always best to ask the teen boy in question or somebody that will know! If you can't do this a gaming gift certificate is a good option. 

If you do decide to buy a video game, make sure you know which games console they have. If you're buying for a young teen, know that games labelled "M" are mature (aimed at adults and may be violent with swearing), games labelled "E" are for everyone and "E10 plus" are for kids aged 10 and older. 

Popular Video Games 

Let's Go Pikachu was released in Christmas 2018 and is still going strong. 

Take your Pokémon journey to the Kanto​ region with your energetic partner, Pikachu, to become a top Pokémon trainer as you battle other trainers. Use a throwing motion to catch Pokémon in the wild with either one Joy-Con controller or Poké Ball Plus accessory, which will light up, vibrate, and make sounds to bring your adventure to life. 

Share your adventure with family or friends in two-player action using a second Joy-Con or Poké Ball Plus (sold separately). You can even connect to the Pokémon GO app using a compatible smartphone to bring over Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto region.

Red Dead Remption II

America, 1899.

The end of the wild west era has begun as lawmen hunt down the last remaining outlaw gangs 

Those who will not surrender or succumb are killed. 

Developed by the creators of Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption, Red Dead Redemption 2 is an epic tale of life in America’s unforgiving heartland. 

The game's vast and atmospheric world will also provide the foundation for a brand new online multiplayer experience.

Gaming Gear

You can get all kinds of hoodies, t-shirts, mugs and caps which are designed for gamers to wear while gaming or out and about.

The hoodie featured is a fun gift. 

It comes in different colors and different sizes. 

It's made of 50% cotton/50% polyester, cozy fleece fabric, center pouch pocket for storage.

Another T shirt

Gaming is popular and there are lots of fun t shirts to choose from. 

I'm a gamer not becuse I don't have a life but because I choose to have many is the perfect t shirt for the passionate gaming teenager. 

Get it in grey or black or both!​

Video Game Book

Tempt them away from their video games and get them a video game book. I love the Gamers edition of the Guiness Book of World Records for 2019.  An amazing gift for a gamer

It's the global authority on all things videogames. Inside, you’ll be able to delve into your favorite games like never before – from returning favorites like FIFA, Overwatch, Call of Duty, Minecraft, Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda, to all-new instant classics such as Fortnite, Monster Hunter: World, Dragon Ball FighterZ, and NieR: Automata.

It also introduces readers to some of the most amazing gamers on the planet. From Nathaniel “Nathie” de Jong, the world’s most popular VR-dedicated YouTuber, to Ray “Stallion83” Cox who has the world’s highest Xbox Gamerscore

Microsoft X Box Live Gold Card

If they have an Xbox, they would probably love an Xbox Live gold live card if they haven't got one already. 

It gives the user access to online games and  lets you connect and play with friends around the world 

You get free games every month, the most advanced multiplayer, exclusive member discounts up to 75% on games in the Xbox Store and more. ​

There are similar cards for other games consoles such as playstation plus - see below. 

Playstation Plus Card

PlayStation Plus is a subscription service for the playsation that allows you access to certain features for your PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and PS Vita. The most important features are online multiplayer on PS4, free games each month, game discounts and online game save storage. 

There are different cost options for a 1 month subscription, 3 month subscription and a year's subscription. 

You can give it as a digital code or a physical card. ​

Elgato - Game Capture HD

Many gamers like to record their games and share footage of their games with friends, on facebook or upload videos of their games onto youtube. 

This little device instantly share your footage with your pals with built-in live streaming to Twitch. You can upload your recordings quickly and easily with one-click sharing to YouTube, Facebook and Twitter too.

So if your teen has an online community of gamer friends or would like to start his own gaming youtube channel this could be a great gift. ​

Official Google Cardboard

A virtual reality headset is a super fun gift. And for the price of a google cardboard set it's hard to go wrong. 

It turns a smartphone  into the a 3D device. Play 3D games, watch videos in 3D and explore 3D enviroments.

Firstly download the cardboard app to your phone and place it into the front of the device which you then wear. It fits most phone between 4 and 6 inches. 

You can then experience the immersive, fun, exciting world of VR and enjoy 360 degree panoramic videos and photos. 

Enjoy a 3D movie, immerse yourself in a 3D game, experience a rollercoaster ride, hang off the side of the mountain travel through space or walk around a city you are not familiar with. 

Tons of fun! ​​

​Oculus Quest All In One Gaming Headset

The latest technology allows you to have the ultimate virtual reality gaming experience with no PC or wires required. 

It's not cheap but it's an excellent set to buy. 

Set up with the Oculus mobile app and explore VR wherever you are. 
The set has launched with original games such as Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR series 
Currently the games cost around $10 to £30. 

Gaming Monitor

Serious gamers will appreciate a dedicated gaming monitor for playing. Gaming monitors offer an excellent visual experience and gaming performance. Gaming monitors offer improved resolutions, faster response time and quicker refresh rates

​The 21.5-inch diagonal Full HD (1920x1080) monitor featured is an excellent value for gamers.

Enjoy vibrant images with 178-degree wide-viewing angles
Response time: 7ms with overdrive; Get a smooth picture that looks crisp and fluid without motion blur

Nintendo 3DS

Many teens like to play handheld games. They are fun and they can play them anywhere (on the couch, on the bed, at friend’)s houses. If so it’s difficult to go wrong if you get him a Nintendo 3DS.

Essentially with a Nintendo 3DS they  carry it round with them and play top rated games on the go whenever they want. . The 3DS is unique in that it features a 3D view with depth, which you can’t get on a console.  

This gives more immersion when playing the game and a unique gaming experience.  
​And if it's one thing Nintendo are well known for it's the quality of their games. And with the 3DS he can play the classics from Super Mario to the newest games such as Pokemon.

Gaming PC

Is the teen you know a gaming fanatic who would love a PC for his gaming? 

A decent PC can run the most popular games much better than their weaker console cousins. 

The CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme is optimized for gaming. The Intel CPU and High Performance GPU gives the computer the raw power it needs to function at a high level.

Added on, the high speed memory and large hard drive gives the CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme all the space needed to only focus on gaming.

Personal Gaming Environment

The gaming environment is a storage case for his games console which has a rugged case design. Inside is an integrated 19" LED HD display, stereo speakers, and dual headphone jacks will immerse you in your favorite game or movie wherever you are.

If he likes to take his console around to friend's houses, you travel a lot or perhaps he is off to college soon this is a fantastic gift. It will mean he can easily transport his console and play wherever he wants. It’s also good to transport from room to room around the house.

Cup Cozy Pillow 

Keep your drinks handy while you're gaming with the cozy cup holder. 

It can be placed anywhere you go and can help prevent your drinks spilling. 

The foam cup holders expand to fit almost any size and style of cup. 

Can be used while gaming, watching television or anything else you're doing. 

​Gaming Novelty Socks

These socks are great gifts for any gaming fan.
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They are made of 90% cotton, and 10% polyester and are super comfortable and machine washable.  which is soft and moisture wicking.

A nice way to keep his feet warm and comfortable while playing video games. 

Fit both for men from size US Size 6 to US Size 12. 

Dual USB Charging Charger Docking Station Stand for Playstation 4 PS4 Controller

This charger will charge two controllers simultaneously. 
It is a fantastic little gadget to have. 
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It looks good. It shows red when it's charging and blue when it's charged. 

As well as charging controllers it is also a good storage device and keeps controllers stored, neat, tidy and off the floor. No more looking for where people have put the controllers as there is somewhere for them to go.

It's also better than having 2 USB cords hanging out the back of the playstation. 
It charges the controllers in a timely fashion too. 
Similar docking stations are available for other controllers too. 

Gaming Mouse

If he's a serious gamer on his computer than he will probably appreciate a gaming mouse. Gaming mice offer a lot of extra features compared to an ordinary mouse such as  programmable buttons, higher sensitivity, adjustable weight and faster response times.

​A gaming mouse is also ergonomicly designed to make sure game playing for any length of time is a comfortable experience.
The top gaming mice will have a high dpi (dots per inch) meaning higher sensitivity of the mouse, detecting how much a hand moves and moving the cursor accordingly.

They also have a high hertz reading which affects the response time of the mouse. Standard mice have a hertz reading of 125hz. Gaming mices tend to range from 250 hertz to 1000 hertz. Acceleration is another function to look out for. It affects a mouse’s ability to move more quickly based on how quickly you move and is normally measured in inches per second. A high end mice is often programmable too. 

Razer DeathAdder Chroma - Multi-Color Ergonomic Gaming Mouse ​

Equipped with the new eSports-grade optical sensor that has true 16,000 DPI and true tracking at 450 inches per second (IPS). 

The Razer DeathAdder Elite gives you the absolute advantage of having the fastest sensor in the world.

Engineered to redefine the standards of accuracy and speed, this incredible mouse sensor crushes the competition with a resolution accuracy of 99.4%, so you can land more killing blows with pinpoint precision.

Razer mechanical switch: durable up to 50 million clicks

Mechanical Gaming Keyboard and Mouse Combo with Headset

If he likes gaming on the PC or wants to make the transition to PC gaming, a gaming keyboard is a must. 

Many reviewers use this keyboard for game play for games such as Fortnite. 

The set is a great entry level set with an ergonomic design to ensure more comfort when gaming. 

The keyboard has LED backlights and features custom mechanical switches designed for longevity with greater durability and responsiveness. 

Comes with a gaming mouse and lightweight gaming headset too. 

More Funny T-Shirts

There is no shortage of fun t-shirts for gamers and here is another one. 

The slogan reads "I went outside once and the graphics werent that good"

The t-shirt comes in lots of different colors and is 100% preshrunk cotton. 

​My Perfect Day Video Games 

This is the perfect birthday or Christmas gift for a gamer who loves videos games and can't stop gaming. 

It's machine washable and has a lightweight, classic fit. 

It reads "My Perfect Day 1. Wake up 2. Play video games. 3.) Eat breakfast 4.) Play video games 5.) Eat lunch 6.) Play video games 7.) Eat dinner 8.) Play video games 9.) Sleep"

Gift Cards

​A gift card for a gamer is always appreciated as he can buy the games and other acessories he wants to play. As he can instantly download the latest games and add ons, he can use it instantly if the card he wants instantly wishes.

More Ideas

Are you still stumped? 

Here are some more ideas:

An arcade joystick - this will allow you to add a retro feel when playing video games. Use the joystick instead of a regular controller.
Extra controllers - often extra controllers for his specific games console are welcome. This will allow more people to play, like his friends when they come to visit.

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