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- Gamers are a diverse group from a broad spectrum of ages, interests, and levels of dedication to their hobby, so there's no one-size-fits-all best gamer gift.
- When choosing a holiday gift for a gamer, don't beat yourself up looking for the perfect game when there are so many products that can enhance the gaming experience available.
- We've put together a list of great gifts for gamers that should cover the console users, the PC players, the retro-gaming aficionados, and the up-and-coming newbies.
The term "gamer" can kick up a bit of controversy when used in certain circles. In fact, the very word gamer might be taken as quite the compliment to some but as an insult to others. Whereas one person may self-evaluate as a hardcore gamer, another as a real gamer, and still another a retro, old school, or classic gamer. Then you have your girl gamers (though that also cuts both ways). And your noobs. And so on.
My advice when shopping for the perfect gift for the gamer on your list is to not try and get him or her the perfect game; they assuredly have that covered already, and you would almost assuredly buy the wrong one. Instead, look for products that can make the gaming process more enjoyable, or for gifts that fit into the larger sphere of the gaming world beyond the games themselves.
Today, we're featuring everything from hardware that will make game play more comfortable and immersive to keepsakes the gamer will love showing off on a Twitch stream or to their gaming buddies who stop by for a session.
Still shopping for more gifts? Check out all of Insider Picks' holiday gift guides for 2018 here.
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