The best last-minute gaming gifts

The holidays are just around the corner (or maybe already, depending on how you celebrate), leaving you in a bit of a pinch as you need to cross a few more names off your holiday shopping list. If you're still struggling to find something special to gift to the gamer in your life, our collection of the best last-minute gaming gifts is here to help.

If you're short on time and need something quickly, you can't go wrong with digital gift vouchers for online stores from various platforms like Nintendo, Play stationor Xbox. However, V-Bucks seems to have quickly jumped to the top of everyone's wish list this year, especially with the recent launch of Lego Fortnite.

For physical gifts like Xbox controllers, gaming headsets and other accessories, we've picked out a few suggestions that are easy to find and will be available quickly so you can tackle your Christmas shopping quickly. For even more suggestions, check out our roundups of the best gifts for fans of Mario, Zelda, Fortniteand more.


Digital gift vouchers and subscriptions

Game controllers


Xbox wireless controller

Prices taken at time of publication.

Compatible with PC, Steam Deck, Xbox, Mobile (Android/iOS)

The Backbone PlayStation Edition for Android.  The controller is advertised spread open with a phone in the middle.  The phone's screen shows a user interface that looks a lot like a console dashboard, filled with tiles showing games and other interactive features like videos and friends lists.


Backbone One USB-C phone controller

Prices taken at time of publication.

Whether you have an iPhone 15 or the latest Android phone, the Backbone One is the best gaming controller you can buy for it. It stretches around your phone without taking away your charging and audio port.

Gaming headsets

Gaming accessories

Game books