The 10 best gifts for the cozy gamer in your life

Every desk could use a bit more Bulbasaur. The cute grass-type Pokémon makes a perfect home for a small succulent that will add a pop of color to anyone’s gaming space. This tiny planter includes a drainage hole, so after watering, be sure to let it drain fully to ensure your gaming gear stays dry.

Getting new keycaps is a simple change that can completely change the vibe of a gaming setup. You could buy someone a whole new set, but it’s more personal to find the exact keycap to fit the recipient’s personality and personal style. Amazon stocks several options, but we’re partial to this colorful turtle keycap (perfect to use for the “T” key).

Many of our recommendations are about setting the right atmosphere, but being comfortable is just as important. If you notice that your loved one’s analog sticks are worse for wear, or if they complain about thumb pain while gaming, Skull & Co.’s stick grips are a good solution for bringing an extra level of comfort to controllers. Each set comes with options for adding grippier texture to slippery sticks, or adding some height to ones that feel too short.

A gaming pillow is a great gift for anyone who plays on a handheld device or with a controller. Queen Rose’s wrap-around lap pillow comes in a variety of color options and offers arm, elbow, and back support while your cozy gamer invests long hours into their favorite games.

Finding the right lighting is absolutely key to creating the perfect ambience, and Govee’s TV Backlite 3 takes it to the next level by matching the visuals of whichever cozy game is being played. These lights create the ultimate immersive gaming experience by mimicking the colors on the TV and adding a matching splash to the wall behind. If you’re shopping for a PC gamer, Govee makes a similar model for monitors.

Sometimes, the best addition to a gaming space is something that can just tie the room together. So don’t underestimate the comfort-enhancing powers of a simple rug, like this plush shag one that will add luxurious texture to any setup. Whether it goes under their couch, computer desk, or wherever the recipient likes to sit while unwinding, the coziness of the space will be improved immensely.

Rather than tucking in with a blanket — which can render you a bit immobile — a hooded wrap has all the benefits of a blanket with the bonus of being cuter and easier to game in. We love this one that looks like a cuddly llama, but Amazon also has hooded blankets for those who’d prefer to be a sloth or axolotl. Or, if you think your loved one wants pockets and a more jacket-like fit for their cozy gaming uniform, UnHide’s Shleepy Robe will make for a great gift.

Despite our best intentions, we can all be a little messy. If the person you’re buying gifts for is known for enjoying a snack or drink while they play games, do them (and their precious gadgets) a favor and surprise them with a cute bamboo food tray. It’s where all of the crumbs and inevitable spills can safely exist instead of falling on their desk or floor, where they might be forgotten.

Cozy games aren’t so cozy if you aren’t comfortable. A good wrist rest, like this adorable (and TikTok-approved) cloud one from Logitech, not only will make playing PC games more enjoyable, but it’s a great way to lean into a room’s aesthetic — or serve as the launching point for creating one. This cute, seemingly minor upgrade is a gift that shows you’re looking out for your loved one’s well-being and honoring their taste in design.

For all the good they do, most humidifiers are eyesores that stick out due to their bland or outright ugly design. Well, in the case of this humidifier, sticking out is a good thing, as it turns the typically boring gadget into a centerpiece any Pokémon fan would love. Designed to look like Gastly is popping out of a Poké Ball, this humidifier’s purple light shines through the water vapor, making it look like Gastly has come to life.