Best Last-Minute Nintendo Christmas Gifts; 2023 Edition
Wrecking your brains, trying to find the perfect Nintendo gift for your choosy gamer friend? Tired of lack-luster gifts that find themselves forgotten at the bottom of drawers? With Christmas just around the corner, we have put together a list of the best last-minute Nintendo-flavored gift ideas! From the latest games for the Nintendo Switch to must-have accessories, here are the perfect gifts for all kinds of gamers that are guaranteed to be a hit this holiday season:
1. Nintendo Switch Lite
Are you looking for a last-minute Christmas gift for an on-the-go gamer? Compact, Light, and portable, the Nintendo Switch Lite is perfect for jumping right in the middle of your favorite game, wherever you are. Complete with in-built controllers and a D-pad, a sleek, unibody design, and access to the vast library of Nintendo Switch games that can be played in hand-held mode, Nintendo Switch is optimized for personal, hand-held gaming. The best part is that it comes in 5 fun colors; blue, yellow, gray, turquoise, and coral, making it the most perfectly customized gift for a special someone.
2. Nintendo Switch – OLED Model
If you want to gift someone something extra special, why not go for the newest member of the Nintendo Switch family, featuring a Vivid 7” OLED screen, a wide adjustable stand, a dock with a wired LAN port, 64 GB of internal storage, enhanced audio in handheld and tabletop modes, as well as a pair of Joy-Con controllers. Say hello to vibrant, crisp graphics and crystal-clear sound, enjoy the best of on-the-go gaming, and comfortable gameplay thanks to an adjustable stand, that can be set to your preferred viewing angle. Play anytime, anywhere, any way you want! The Nintendo Switch OLED model comes in a range of amazing colors, such as the Mario Red Edition, White, Neon Blue/Neon Red edition, as well as the time-limited Splatoon 3 edition, Pokémon Scarlet and Voilet Edition, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the kingdom Edition.
3. Wireless HORIPAD for Nintendo Switch
Sleek, lightweight and ultra-durable, the wireless Bluetooth HORIPAD features an ergonomic design and a lightweight profile, an accelerometer and gyroscope for full motion control, detachable directional disc for customized control, Turbo functions, built-in rechargeable lithium batteries, and a 32-foot range, making it a must have accessory for avid Nintendo Switch gamers. The best part is that this sturdy, high-performance controller is available in a range of fun designs, including the YOSHI edition, The Legend of Zelda edition, Super Mario edition, Pokémon Pikachu Brown and red edition, and PEACH edition, making it the perfect Christmas gift.
4. Nintendo True Wireless Sound Earphones
Another perfect gift for a pro gamer is these small, lightweight wireless earphones that promise a crystal-clear and immersive audio experience with deep bass, smooth mids and full highs. These Earphones come with smart controls, letting you skip, play or pause a track, pick up phone calls or activate voice assistance with single taps. Being IPX4 water and sweat- resistant, these earphones are the perfect accessory to experience an immersive listening experience, whether you are travelling, commuting or exercising. Last but not the least, these earphones promise a comfortable fit, thanks to two pairs of silicone ear tips.
5. Nintendo Themed Apparel
Well, even pro gamers need to wear clothes at some point and come out of their rooms! Why not dig up classy Nintendo merchandise and gift your gamer friend some Nintendo-themed clothes, shoes, bags and even socks! An avid gamer would love to wear their fandom on their sleeve, or so to say! How about The Legend of Zelda Hyrule hoodie, since nothing sums up the holiday seasons better than snuggling up on the couch with your favorite game, a cup of hot chocolate, and a cozy hoodie. Or perhaps a bomber jacket showcasing some of Nintendo’s most iconic characters, a pair of colorful socks decorated with their favorite Nintendo characters, a super Mario Beanie, paired with a pair of Pikachu sneakers?
6. The Gift of Games
When we talk about the best Nintendo themed Christmas gifts, it would be unfair to leave out the games themselves. Afterall, gamers would love to unwrap a shiny box of the best-selling titles. You just have to make sure they don’t already have them in their collection. Some hot titles include Super Mario Wonder, Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Party Superstars, Pikmin 4, Hogwarts Legacy, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, EA sports FC 24, Splatoon 3, Animal Crossings: New Crossings, Metroid Prime Remastered, Just Dance: 2024 Edition, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. These games are sure to make any avid gamer’s Christmas merrier.
7. Nintendo Lego
Recently Nintendo is storming the Lego world with successful collaborations. If your gamer friend is also a fan of Lego, Nintendo Lego sets will make their day! This season, bring Mario, Luigi, Peach, and other favorites into the real world and let your fantasy take flight. We especially love the LEGO Super Mario starter course, the LEGO Nintendo entertainment system, Donkey Kong’s tree house, Bowser’s muscle car, Picnic at Mario’s house and loads others!
