Do you have a gamer in the household? The good news is that this year, the wealth of gifts available are unprecedented, with options for all tastes catered for.
Gaming in 2022 is no longer simply a hobby, it’s an entire culture. The gaming world has its own dialects, text-based language alterations, style of humour, memes, references, airs and graces. All of this means that despite the variety of options available for gifts, the world and its vernacular is also an impenetrable one at times.
Gaming has also turned into a profession for many players with top competitors earning millions of pounds from leveraging their online followings into endorsement and sponsorships deals. Yep, gaming is definitely a big deal and getting the right present requires a little research. For that, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s what to give a gamer this Christmas; these 6 popular gaming accessories which make excellent gifts.
Blue Light Glasses Or Screen Protectors
If you’ve been a gamer for a while, you’re probably all too used to your eyes getting tired. It turns out that the blue light emitted from your screen can have lasting effects on your eyesight and circadian rhythm (which affects the quality of your sleep, your hormone balance, and your overall health).
There are glasses and screen protectors available on the market that can help mitigate some of this damage so you can keep your eyes sharp for years of gaming to come. A caring gift which also encourages responsible gaming…what’s not to love?
Personalised Items
Nowadays, there are thousands of different options for accessories which make gaming more comfortable and help facilitate endurance, and many of them are customisable depending on your interests, favourite characters, or historical gaming moments.
You can now order equipment of a specific size and design to suit your gaming style (how much space you need to play your best game, as well as how much movement you require) and choose whatever image you want. As such, a personalised gift makes the perfect gift for a teenager this Christmas. Whether you adorn yours with a Leeroy Jenkins meme or an image of CR7 is up to you!
High-Resolution Monitors
Advances in digital imaging mean that players can now enjoy their games in 4K. And judging by the rapid release of 4K games, you can bet these developments are here to stay. High-quality images and detailed video not only make our favourite games more visually compelling, but they can improve your gameplay because you’re able to see things in the distance with more clarity.
Monitor manufacturers have caught on to these developments, and high-resolution monitors are nowhere near as expensive as they used to be. Finding a good-sized, high-res monitor has never been easier or more affordable. As such, they make a fantastic gift for gaming lovers which won’t break the bank.
Device Accessories
Consider elevating their gaming room’s atmosphere with electronic accessories from Statik (other retailers do exist). In addition to the suggested high-resolution monitors above, why not add a touch of brilliance to your loved one’s gaming room with Statik’s RGB lights?
As per PC World’s acclaim, RGB lighting is ubiquitous in the world of PC peripherals, and Statik’s range promises to transform the gaming space into a visually stunning haven.
Whether it’s RGB strip lighting or panels, Statik’s electronic accessories bring the gaming room to life in the most glorious way possible, adding a vibrant and customisable dimension to the gaming experience. It’s not just a gift; it’s a luminous upgrade to their gaming sanctuary.
Ergonomic Chairs
Just as blue light can damage your eyes, so sitting for hours on end while you play your favourite games can damage your back, neck, and hips.
Ergonomic chairs are designed to help keep your posture optimised while you’re sitting to lessen the temptation to slouch and squint and the impact it can have on your body. As any gamer will attest, there are times when you want to settle in for the long haul without hurting yourself! Getting a good quality ergonomic chair for the gamer in your life is a gift that keeps on giving.
Wireless Mouses, Keyboards, Controllers & Headsets
Another fantastic technological advancement in the gaming world is wireless devices. If you’re as ancient as us, then you’ll probably recall the complete frustration of giving a game everything you’ve got and, in the final, crucial moments, things get tangled up, unplugged, and then your dog trips over a lead and the whole console comes crashing to the floor.
This type of frustration doesn’t need to be dealt with anymore. There are wireless versions of gaming mouses, gaming keyboards, controllers, and headsets, and it seems like wireless tech is here to stay. This can keep you from missing out on that perfect combo because your mouse got twisted with your keyboard. It can also give you a moment to run to the kitchen for a snack and still hear what your fellow gamers are up to!
Microphones & Webcams
Nowadays, many of us are sharing our gameplay online, either by recording and posting videos, recording podcasts or by live streaming. High-quality microphones and webcams are available to help make this part of the process as easy as possible.
If you’re not too tech-savvy beyond the four walls of warcraft, then it’s best to familiarise yourself with the styles of streaming which are currently popular (the perfect excuse to watch some YouTube videos, we think!) and the elements you need in place for a podcast or live stream. A little research will help you figure out what works best for you and your sharing style.
The above list of gaming accessories is by no means exhaustive. But if you’d like the gaming lover in your life not to get exhausted while they play, then these gift ideas will help facilitate a more comfortable, responsible approach to playing. Now, pass us the controller; it’s our turn!