Welcome to another one of our handy-dandy Christmas shopping guides, this time it’s the Video Gamer Edition, where the halls are decked, the loot is legendary, and the gifts are absolutely for “loved ones” (wink).
Whether you’re shopping for a console warrior, a cosy-life gamer, or yourself, because self-gifting is the true meaning of Christmas, this festive roundup has something for every playstyle.
So grab your mug of hot chocolate, put on your comically loud holiday jersey, and let’s sleigh this shopping list.
Cable Guy: Spyro
Price: R399
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Bring the heat to your gaming setup with everyone’s favourite purple menace!
This officially licensed Spyro Cable Guy is equal parts adorable and functional – ready to hold your controller or smartphone with his signature smouldering attitude.
Whether perched on your desk, bedside table, or shrine of gaming collectables, he’s the perfect fiery companion.
Note: Charging cable, device, and ability to glide across magical realms not included.
007 First Light Legacy Edition (PS5)
Price: R5,999
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Shaken, stirred, and preorder-worthy – the Legacy Edition of 007 First Light is the ultimate gift for the Bond fanatic in your life.
Follow a young James Bond through a re-imagined origin story, packed with espionage, high-stakes missions, iconic vehicles, and the freedom to go loud or stay stealthy.
This Legacy Edition includes:
• Base Game
• Deluxe Edition Content
• Golden Gun Figurine
• Certificate of Authenticity
• Steelcase with magnet
• Golden Gun weapon skin
• Obsidian Gold suit
It’s everything you need to become 007… minus the martini.
PlayStation 5 DualSense Wireless Controller – Volcanic Red
Price: R1,799
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Turn up the heat with the Volcanic Red DualSense, a controller so fiery it practically buffs your gaming skills on sight.
With immersive haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and the iconic DualSense comfort, it’s the best upgrade for PlayStation lovers (or the perfect excuse to claim Player 1 forever).
Compatible with PS5, PC, Mac, mobile devices, and your desire to absolutely dominate in your next gaming session.
Note: PS5 console not included – but we can dream.
Sonic Mood Light
Price: R199
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Gotta glow fast!
This Sonic the Hedgehog mood light brings a soft retro shine to any room, whether you’re winding down from a sweaty ranked match or setting the perfect ambience for a late-night gaming marathon.
Battery-powered, portable, and irresistibly nostalgic – it’s the ideal stocking stuffer for Sega fans and cosy gamers alike.
PlayStation – PS One Technical Men’s Hoodie
Price: R899
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Rep your roots with the PS One Technical Hoodie – a sleek, comfy throwback to the grey-bricked childhood dream machine.
Perfect for chilly late-night sessions, quick store missions, or simply letting the world know where your gaming loyalty truly lies.
Stylish, soft, and pure nostalgia.
NAG Magazine – The Gift That Levels Up Every Gamer
Price: R199
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Whether you’re shopping for a casual player, a hardcore achievement hunter, a lore junkie, or a collector of gaming merch, NAG Magazine is the ultimate gift that keeps on giving.
Packed with game reviews, features, deep dives, hardware coverage, industry interviews, comic content, and everything else gamers obsess over, it’s essential reading for anyone plugged into the gaming world.
Wrap it up with a bow, slip it into a stocking, or leave it strategically on the coffee table – NAG is a gamer’s passport to staying informed, entertained, and ahead of the curve.
And that wraps up our Gifts for Video Gamers Christmas Special – a stocking full of gamer-approved goodies guaranteed to earn you instant holiday XP.
From glowing décor to must-have gear to the kind of gifts that mysteriously end up under your tree… you’ve officially unlocked Santa-tier generosity.
