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The holidays are fast approaching, and that means gift research and deals hunting has already begun. It can be quite a task to narrow down what products are worth buying in the world of gaming and tech right now, even if you’re just prioritizing what to get for yourself. You may be a hardcore gamer looking for upgrades that are worth it, or just getting into gaming and looking for some guidance. On the other hand, you may have landed here seeking ideas of what to give the amer in your life. No matter what it is, this holiday gift guide has something for everyone who games.
In IGN’s gamer gift guide you’ll find top picks across PC, consoles, hardware, accessories and of course, the most fun and anticipated video games of the year. Let’s get into our list to see what and where to get everything you need in one place, all available at Best Buy.
Let's start with the big gift idea on gamers’ lists: consoles. If you know the person doesn’t already own the latest consoles (maybe they have older generations or handhelds at the moment) then these are no-brainers. Whether the giftee is Team Xbox, Team PlayStation, or ready to go all-in on PC, these are the best console gifts for the 2026 holiday season.
This is the top-of-the-line experience for XBOX fans who want the cream of the crop. If they already have a nice TV or monitor to take advantage of the Series X’s power, this is the version to get versus the Series S below. It includes convenient features such as: Quick Resume, which lets you switch easily between games, backwards compatibility which lets you play four generations of games, and lightning-fast load times, perfect for huge games that require that kind of power. It can easily handle 4K gaming at up to 120FPS, bringing in high resolutions. If the person you’re shopping for has a shelf full of physical games, then this is the one to go with as it has a disc drive and the Series S does not.
If you're looking for an Xbox console that’s smaller and more affordable, the Xbox Series S All Digital console might be the better choice. The Series S has a significantly smaller form factor, doesn't include a disc drive, and targets 1440p resolution instead of 4K. It’s best suited for younger players as a first console, or for someone who isn’t trying to squeeze out every last pixel.
For PlayStation fans, we'd recommend getting your hands on the ever-popular PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition console (825GB). Like its name suggests, the PlayStation 5 Slim is the PS5 console but shrunk down in size. Jada Griffin's IGN review said: "The slimmed-down PlayStation 5 maintains all of its strengths. Extremely fast loading times and a best-in-class controller make it a pleasure to use." Plus, it’s got tons of storage and a whole backlog of PS4 games (more than 4,000 of them) and new PS5 games available to download from your PS account. It also has the benefits that come with a DualSense® controller, like haptic feedback to immerse yourself in any world you visit. Anyone who loves cinematic, story-driven games would love this console, especially if you have a 4K TV to bring out the new level of realism from your favorite games. Please note this is digital only, so physical games won’t work with this console.
In short, this is a high-performing gaming laptop, especially for the form factor and at this price. If the gamer in your life is just getting into PC gaming, or if they've been looking for something to take with them on the go, this is an easy win. It's got an AMD Ryzen 200 Series R7 260 processor with 8 cores and Zen 4 architecture, 16GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 card. In other words, this is a perfect gift for students or dual-users, for someone who needs a laptop for work and/or school, but wants to play games at the end of the day. It’s also a good gift for anyone who travels and doesn’t want a handheld PC like a Steam Deck or Lenovo Legion GO.
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