Gift a Home Console, the Gift that Keeps on Giving
So you’re in a relationship with someone who absolutely loves gaming, and you want to get them the perfect gift this coming Valentine’s Day. That could be rather difficult, considering the enormous multitude of options. But, there is no reason to get super complicated when all you want is to show your appreciation for them and their hobby. One simple, awesome gift you can pick up without burning through brain cells is a video game console.
It’s true, these tend to be on the higher end of a typical gift-buying budget, but the feeling you’ll get when you see your favorite person’s eyes widen with joy simply can’t be priced. Whether it’s a Nintendo Wii U, a PlayStation 4, an Xbox One, or even a Retron 5, you’ll be providing your special someone a gateway to infinite worlds. Such an offering won’t go unnoticed.
So, if your love is true and you don’t mind ponying up a bit of dough, get the gift that keeps on giving and invest in a video game console for your beloved. Hey, if you search, you may even be lucky enough to find a nice red controller to go with the occasion.
Custom Controllers
Speaking of controllers, why not gift that special gaming gal or guy in your life something with a bit more of a personal touch. Custom controllers are a nice way to give something truly unique on Valentine’s Day. You can have the controller be your significant other’s favorite color combination, gaming avatar, or clan. You can even put a sweet message for them to look at whenever they approach rage levels reserved for the most difficult of games.
Also consider picking up his & hers, or his & his, or hers & hers controller sets. Not only is the bundle a great gift, it’s something you will be able to get enjoyment out of as well. Gaming is fun on your own, but the person you love watching your back as you hold back hordes of enemy forces is the stuff of true love stories. There’s no reason not to start some sort of love story of your very own, so grab two of these bad boys and get ready to save some worlds.
Plushies and Vinyls
What do you get for that love of yours who is into gaming, but also likes really values the cuter things in life? If you’re stumped on that question, heres a bit of help: plush video game characters and vinyl figures.
An excellent way to kill two birds with one stone, these novelties satisfy two needs with one reasonably priced purchase. Best of all, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to learn that even the most unexpected characters can be found in plush if you look hard enough.
A soft, cuddly Metroid, or perhaps a fuzzy SackBoy is a great gift that will keep your significant other company while you’re away. Or maybe they would like the opportunity to line their shelves with one of the thousands of different Pop! Vinyls available. No matter what your player 2 is into, you’ll definitely be able to find the perfect little friend for them come February 14th.
Accessories
Now, this doesn’t mean accessories in the form of gaming peripherals. Sure a Kinect or a Wii Balance Board would make an excellent gift along-side a box of some Ferrero Rocher chocolates, but that might not land you in the good graces of your gaming romantic partner. Instead, what might help are some awesome, gaming-centric, fashionable trinkets.
There exists a wide selection of phone covers, jewelry, watches, belt buckles, and other items that your valentine can wear with pride as they flaunt their love for gaming (and you) to the world. Your job is made even easier by the extreme availability of these accessories. Whether at your local Hot Topic or through your favorite online retailer, you’ll be sure to find something affordable and special for this weekend.
Gaming Clothing
This category can be construed in a myriad of ways, and it all depends on what your valentine is into. Do they happen to be more of the “hardcore” gaming type? If so, then why not a custom jersey for them or their clan of friends? Maybe they just like gaming and nice clothes. If this is the case, then you’ve hit the gift option motherlode.
There are more online retailers offering gaming focused apparel than could possibly be counted. Available clothing can range from simple t-shirts and hats to much more personal wear such as underwear and other unmentionables. Graphic options include game covers, specific characters, other officially licensed artwork, popular memes, or cute little quips alongside custom artwork.
As with accessories, your special someone will be more than content covering their entire body in gaming gear.
Some Good Ol’ Reading Material
There is absolutely no need to pigeonhole your gaming valentine by only buying them games and gaming peripherals. Many fans of the video game hobby like to expand their experiences outside of the screen. One of the best ways to do this is with some old-fashioned reading material.
This doesn’t mean a game guide or manual; we’re talking about some well written fiction that either expands your significant other’s favorite universe or explores the inspiration behind their favorite game. Halo and Dragon Age are known for having some truly amazing novels that tie into the expansive stories of each series, while The Witcher happens to be based on the fantastic The Witcher series of novels and short stories written by Andrzej Sapkowski.
Just in case your gift receiver isn’t an avid reader, full fledged novels aren’t the only item on the menu. Comic books are also great material, and you can find some real classics to prove that you searched high and low for the perfect gift.
Rings
No, not onion rings, though those could make for an awesome pre-dinner appetizer. We’re talking jewelry, and not the kind suitable for any old accessories category. These rings are life changers, and can either lead to eternal happiness or one really disappointing Valentine’s Day. Either way, you’re in for a huge moment.
But why bring a boring diamond ring when you can bring something perfect for that special gamer in your life? Just imagine that the object of your affection has a deep love for The Legend of Zelda. You’ve set up this beautiful day, and you’re ready to pop the question. You get down on one knee (or both, whatever’s comfortable), bring up that little box, and reveal an engagement ring with a Triforce made of diamonds. Do you know what you’ve just done? You’ve won.
Do you have any awesome Valentine’s Day ideas to share with your fellow readers? If so, feel free to share them below.
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