Several publications claim gamers make better partners. That is a debate for another day. However, as Valentine’s Day draws nearer, lovebirds whose partner is a gamer are already scratching their heads on the best gamer Valentine’s Day gift to get them.
Non-gamers sometimes say gamers are sophisticated people. That statement often implies they are hard to please or that you must break the bank to get them a gift they’ll appreciate. But that is simply not true.
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There are Valentine’s Day gifts for gamers across every budget, from $10 to $1,000. The key to giving your partner that WOW feeling is identifying what they don’t already have on their gaming setup or finding that one accessory or décor they have been yearning to have.
Whether you have a $10 budget for your gamer boyfriend for Valentine’s Day or are ready to break the bank for them, the suggestions below will give you an idea of the perfect gaming gift ideas for Valentine’s Day.
Under $10 Valentines Day gifts for gamers
If you have a budget of $10 or less, your gaming Valentines gift for your partner will likely be a card. Thankfully, there are lots of catchy phrases in games that can make it to your card. If your lover has played that game, it will definitely strike a fond chord that will leave them giggling. A good example is this Mario-themed Valentine’s Day card we found on Amazon.
If your lover appreciates handcrafted art, consider elevating the excitement with a hand-carved wood card. You will find many of them in virtually any online store. Get the one with a message that resonates with you. Other gaming Valentines gift you can get for your partner under $100 include:
- Gaming chair phone holder – Perfect if your partner already has a gaming man cave or dedicated gaming setup.
- Gamer Water Bottle – Remind your lover to stay hydrated. It is best for streamers.
- Room Décor – Also a great choice if your lover is a streamer. Makes their streaming room/studio more interesting.
- Cotton socks – Helps to keep your lover’s feet warm as they go through the chilling world of horror games.
- Gamer Decision Coins – If you and your lover always argue over when to stop, the decision coin can provide a way to solve this dispute forever.
Gamer Valentine’s Day gift under $50
Lovers who have $50 to splash on their partner will have a longer list of possible gifts they can get. With this budget, you can only be limited by your imagination. We strongly recommend you find out what your partner loves. Our best bet is that the perfect gift that will thrill 70 percent or more of gamers can be met with $50.
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If your partner enjoys reading or is an artist, a video game art book will get them rolling on the floor with gratitude. Most video game art books are under $50. Find the art book for their best title and hand it over to them wrapped with a red ribbon. Other interesting gamer Valentine’s Day gifts you can get under $50 include:
- Gaming keyboard, mouse, mouse pad, and headset bundle – Is your lover’s gaming gear due for an upgrade? Here’s a budget bundle that will do the trick.
- Gaming accessories organizer – Gamers with a small setup may struggle to keep their space organized. A handcrafted organizer will not only do the trick but will also elevate the space’s appeal.
- Gaming blanket or Hoodie – There is no better way to show support to your partner than getting them a thick blanket or hoodie to keep them warm this chilly season.
- Gift bumper – The only thing better than a gaming Valentines gift is more gifts. Instead of just getting one thing, why not give your lover a bumper with several video game-themed items like keyrings, baseball caps, throw pillows, and so on?
- Joel and Ellie Figures – If your partner loves action figures, Valentine’s Day will be a good time to get them a figurine of their beloved video game character, like Joel and Ellie from The Last of Us.
Gaming gift ideas for Valentine’s Day under $100
The dilemma when getting gifts is usually wondering if the receiver will appreciate it, assuming they already have something similar or an alternative. Thankfully, you cannot have too much of some gaming accessories. For example, a heavy gamer may need to change their controller every few months.
Therefore, getting them a controller like the DualSense wireless controller or Xbox wireless controller is a form of futureproofing for when their current controller succumbs to wear. 8BidDo makes rugged, fancy controllers, and you can hand one of their unique controllers to your lover for a change. Other Valentine’s Day gifts for gamers include:
- Newly released video game title – Big titles are released almost every month. For example, Nioh 3 launched on February 6. If they have not already added it to their library, purchase it for them, and they will be screaming their voice out in excitement.
- Gaming headset – High-end gaming headsets that offer the best audio and microphone quality for online gaming can be really expensive. However, you can get the HyperX Cloud III or the SteelSeries Arctis Nova for less than $100.
- Gaming keyboard – A mechanical keyboard has become the baseline of a gaming setup. While there are really expensive gaming keyboards, the AULA F99 and Logitech G213 Prodigy are available for less than $100.
- Gaming mouse – A high-end gaming mouse can be the difference between winning and losing in competitive tournaments or online gaming. Precision mouse like Razer Basilisk V3 Pro, Logitech G Pro X, or Logitech G502 Lightspeed are perfect gamer Valentine’s Day gifts under $100.
- Gaming table – The best gaming tables need to be wide enough to accommodate a really big monitor. It should also have height adjustment so that the user can change their position during extended gameplay while still having a full view of their monitor. A good example is the Veken Standing Desk.
Gamer Gifts for Valentine’s Day under $500
There is no better gaming Valentines gift for your lover under $500 than a gaming console. The base entry of all the major consoles is available for $500. For example, the latest entry in the console market, the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle, is available for $499.
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The older Nintendo Switch is also available for $301. The slim edition of the PlayStation 5 is available for $499. If you prefer the Xbox Series S, it can be yours for $428. Other gaming gift ideas for Valentine’s Day below $500 include:
- Gaming chair – How long your gaming session will last will largely depend on the level of comfort offered by your gaming chair. Dowinx gaming chair offers both lumbar and neck pillows for more comfort, as well as a footrest when you want to stretch out. Bean bag chairs are also an alternative for those who want a laid-back gaming experience.
- OLED gaming monitor – The quality of your monitor will directly affect how you experience any game. Factors you should pay attention to when shopping for a gaming Valentines gift monitor are the refresh rate (the higher the better), the response time (the smaller the better), and whether the monitor is NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync compatible. One monitor that ticks all the right boxes is the Samsung 27” Odyssey G5.
- VR Headset – An interesting gift for a gamer boyfriend for Valentine’s Day is a VR headset. If they don’t already have one, they will enjoy the experience, while a Meta Quest 3 will likely be an upgrade to their previous experience if they already have one.
- Racing wheel and floor pedals – Dating a lover who enjoys bingeing on racing game? Let them have the full experience with the Logitech G29 Driving Racing Wheel and Floor Pedals. You can never go wrong on this one.
Gamer Valentine’s Day Gift over $1,000
Really, a price tag cannot be placed on true love. So don’t let anyone make you feel bad for spending $1,000 or more to get a gift for your lover, if you can afford it. There are no better gaming gift ideas for Valentine’s Day than a gaming desktop or a gaming laptop, depending on how your lover enjoys playing their games.
If your lover travels a lot, a gaming laptop will allow them to play their favorite titles wherever they go. One of the fastest gaming laptops of 2025 is the ASUS ROG Strix G16. It comes with the latest GeForce RTX 5060, up to 1 TB gen 4 SSD, and Wi-Fi 7.
For a gamer with a dedicated gaming man cave, a gaming desktop will serve them better. One of the best desktops to have is the Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop. It comes with Intel Core Ultra 9, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, 32 GB RAM, and 1TB SSD. It will bring a new level of aesthetics to their gaming space.
What gift will you get for your gamer boyfriend for Valentine’s Day?
There is a world of gifts you can get your gamer partner this Valentine’s Day. You will only be limited by your imagination. The secret to delivering a wowing gift is finding what the recipient desperately yearns to have. If you have been together long enough, this information should not be hard to get.
As we mentioned earlier, when you are unsure of the right gaming Valentines gift to get your partner, you can never go wrong with a controller. No heavy gamer ever has enough. New, exclusive controllers frequently appear, and gamers are always interested in adding them to their collections.
What is your gift budget for your gamer boyfriend for Valentine’s Day, and what do you plan to get? Share with us in the comment box below.
