If you know someone who constantly goes on about how today's video games are no good and too complex, these retro gamer gifts ideas will be right up their alley. Referencing a simpler time with much simpler games, these charming designs add personality to products that might not otherwise have it.
Whether it's an iPhone skin made to look like an old school Gameboy or a stapler in the shape of Pacman, surprise the gamer in your life with these retro gamer gifts.
Old school gaming is still very prevalent today, but thanks to digital downloads on consoles and smartphones, gamers can still relive their glory days of saving the world from space invaders.
10 Retro Gamer Gifts
From Magical Arcade Game Mugs to Vintage Gamer Cartridge Artwork:
Mesel Isaac — Dec 8, 2013 — Special
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Vintage Gamer Cartridge Artwork
Drew Wise Created Unique Artwork for Classic NES Games
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Pure Ownage Phone Covers
The iPwn Will Keep Your iPhone in Winning Condition
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Retro Gamer Pot Holders
The Pac-Man Oven Mitt Chomps Down on Your Hot Dishes
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Gaming Console Cufflinks
These Unique Cufflinks from Fancy are Made Using PlayStation Parts
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Arcade-Inspired Coffee Machines
CapsuleKong is a Fun Way to Store Your Nespresso Pods
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8-Bit Hogwarts Shirts
This Fantasy Novel Attire is Perfect for Gamers Too
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Magical Arcade Game Mugs
Watch the Pac-Man Characters Appear as You Pour in Your Java
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Retro Game Organizers
The Tetris Desk Tidy Set Helps Keep Your Workspace Organized and Fun
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Geeky Compact Staplers
The 'Pac-Man' Stapler is the Perfect Functional Gamer Tool
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Michievous Extraterrestrial Lamps
Embrace Your Inner Child with the Space Invader Alien Lamp
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Retro-Style Mini Gamer PCs
The AYANEO Retro Mini PC AM01 Has a Macintosh-Inspired Design
Retro-Futuristic DJ Consoles
The Conceptual teenage engineering OP-J DJ Console is Advanced
Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual PocketMan P1 Has Exposed Components
Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles
The Analogue 3D Console Upscales N64 Games to 4K
Modular Next-Gen Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual Nintendo Switoo Imagines the Brand's Next Handheld
Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles
This Nintendo Game Boy Concept is 90s-Inspired
Minimalist Mobile Gaming Controllers
The Conceptual 'Mini Controller' by Wootae Kim is Stylish
Nostalgic Computer Graphic Cameras
Retrospekt and Polaroid Collaborated on a New Camera
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Cat-Inspired Camera Collections
Hello Kitty's Strawberry Kawaii Collection is Nostalgic and Fresh
Retro Gaming Phone Cases
The GameBaby Optimizes the iPhone 15 & 16 Pro Max for Mobile Gaming
Brand-Themed Handheld Consoles
The HyperMegaTech Super Pocket Comes in Two Special Editions
Retro 90s Arcade Games
The Arcade1Up X-Men '97 Cabinet Features Eight Classic Titles
Vibrant Retro Tech Collections
The Retrospekt x Miffy Collection Features Illustrious Devices
Family-Friendly Gamer Apparel
The Gap x Super Mario Nintendo Clothing Line is Arriving in Japan
Millennium Gamer Mechanical Keyboards
The 8BitDo Retro 87 Mechanical Keyboard is Xbox-Inspired
Nostalgic Retro Music Capsules
KICKBACK Blends Retro Design with the DIY Mixtape Kit
Stylish Gaming Controllers
The Xbox Wireless Controller Nocturnal Vapor Special Edition is Chic
Collaboration Gaming Console Timepieces
The ANICORN x SEGA MegaDrive/Genesis is Retro-Inspired
Bookshelf Board Games
These Classic Board Games are Disguised as Vintage Books
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Repurposed Vintage Apple Computers
Aquariums, lamps, and clocks made out of Apple iMac Computers
Retro Vinyl Record-Inspired Lamps
Artyom Alimpjvev Designs the Minimal Gramophone Lamp
Cozy Video Game Loungewear
The Super Mario Meets Gelato Pique Collection is Arriving in Japan
Accessible Nostalgic Gaming Systems
The Anbernic RG35XX H Pays Homage to the History of Gaming
Video Game-Inspired Homewares
The Super Mario Home Adventure Life Products are Game-Themed
80s Computer-Inspired Keyboards
The 8BitDo C64 Edition Retro Keyboard is Commodore 64-Inspired
Building Block Gaming Consoles
The LEGO PS One by GoofySwan099 is Highly Detailed
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Retro Video Game Stores
Gamestop is Opening 'Retro' Locations to Sell Used Games
Vintage-Inspired Mini Gaming Systems
The AYANEO AM02 Mini PC System Has a Retro Flair
Surrealist Phone Cases
The Salvador Dalí x CASETiFY Collab Elevates Everyday Accessories into Art
Gamified Cookie Packs
Oreo Pac-Man Cookies Come in Scan-to-Play Packaging
Arcade-Style Gaming Controllers
The Octopus Arcade Stick Brings the Arcade to the Living Room
Anniversary-Celebrating Console Bundles
Sony Launched a PS5 Bundle with PS1-Inspired Designs
Streaming Service Gift Boxes
The Netflix Gift Box Shares Collectibles from Favorite Franchises
Video Game-Based Prize Packages
This KRAFT Mac & Cheese x Nintendo Collab Boasts Game Elements
Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Super Mario is Sure to Capture the Attention of Fans
Retro Gaming Merch Collections
The Rollercoaster Tycoon Collection from Atari Celebrates the Game
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 2S is Retro Yet Powerful
Heritage-Inspired Game Consoles
PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection Nods to the First Console
Insulated Video Game Tumblers
The Super Mario Tumbler Book is Arriving at 7-Eleven Japan
Wireless Controller Custom Kits
8BitDo Introduces the NGC Mod Kit for Custom Experiences
Millennium Gamer Smartphone Chargers
The Elago WS M5 Charging Stand is Game Boy-Inspired
Retro Gaming Wearables
The SPACE INVADERS™: My Play Watch Offers Nostalgic Gaming Fun
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Bookish Advent Calendars
This Advent Calendar for Book Lovers is Filled with 25 Gifts
Retro-Inspired Gaming Controllers
The 8BitDo M30 Wired Controller for Xbox is Officially Licensed
4K Display Arcade Games
The AtGames Legends 4KP Digital Pinball Machine Has Virtual Design
Digital Pet-Inspired Streetwear
The BAPE x Tamagotchi Collab Delivers Nostalgia with Style
Vertical Layout Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20 Pro Plays 16-bit-era Games with Ease
Anniversary-Honoring Vintage Drinkware
Starbucks and Disney Join Forces on a New Collection
80s-Inspired 16-Bit Display Devices
Ahmed Esmael Designs a New Range of Retro Device Concepts
Dark Sci-Fi Capsules
Darc Sport Introduced a Star Wars Collection Featuring Over 100 Pieces
Nostalgic Gamer Smartphone Wallets
The elago Game Boy MagSafe Wallet is Nintendo-Inspired
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Phones
The Samsung Young Entertainer Nods to Earlier Eras
Ultra-Miniature Gaming Handhelds
Anbernic Unveiled the RG28XX to Play Retro Games in your Pocket
AI-Powered Gift-Wrapping Tools
The Food Group Has Introduced the Holiday GiftWraptor
Comic-Inspired Gaming Consoles
Microsoft Unveils Exclusive X-Men ’97 Xbox and Series X
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
All-in-One Anime Card Games
The Pokemon Trading Card Game Classic is Ready to Play
Retro Handheld Computers
soulscircuit Draws Nostalgic Elements with Raspberry Pi and Pilet 5
MP3 Player Smartphone Wallpapers
These iPod Wallpapers Transform the iPhone into a Retro Device
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Handheld Gaming Mechanical Keyboards
The Angry Miao AM RGB 65 Mechanical Keyboard is Retro Styled
Shot-Dispensing Consoles
Southern Comfort SoConsole is an Adult Gaming Accessory & Shot Dispenser
Millennium-Inspired Handheld Gaming Consoles
The ANBERNIC RG34XX Has a Nostalgic Function and Form
Retro Game-Streaming Services
'Antstream' is the First Licensed Retro Game Service on iPhone
Crystalline Handheld Gaming Devices
The Analogue Pocket: Transparent Limited Editions are Stylish
Game-Themed Retro Keyboards
Higround and Minecraft Launch a New Collaborative Keyboard Collection
Retro Computer-Inspired Phone Cases
Spigen Presents New Cases for iPhones Including Classic C1
Artful Diverse Gaming Backgrounds
The Xbox Celebrates Collection Honors Cultural Heritage
Retro-Inspired T-Shirt Capsules
YoungLA Embodies the 70s with Vintage Colored Tees
Low-Cost Gaming Devices
The RGB10X Offers Powerful Pocketable Emulation at Just $40
Retro 3D-Printed Bags
Coperni's CD-PLAYER Swipe Bag Resembles a Portable Music Player
Modern-Retro Handheld Games
'Kien' is a 2024 Release For 2001's GameBoy Advance
Organized Gaming Storage Cabinets
Bauhutte Presents a Special Cabinet for Game Accessories
Desktop GIF Displayers
The Cyber Cube is Bringing 2D mages to Life
All-Aluminum Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Analogue Pocket Aluminum Comes in Four Colors
Video Game Travel Merchandise
The Nintendo Super Mario Travel Items are Arriving for Summer
Hardware Replication Gaming Handhelds
The Chromatic from ModRetro Uses FPGA to Play GameBoy Games
Retro Colorful Turntable Devices
Gadhouse Introduces the Brad Retro MKII Turntable
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
Retro Mechanical Numpad Devices
8BitDo Released a Dedicated Numpad for Professional Use
Multipurpose Handheld Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20SX Plays Games from Various Platforms
Paranormal Cartoon Apparel
JOURNAL STANDARD and Ghostbusters Release a Vintage Apparel Capsule
Cartoon-Inspired Festive Collections
The Pokémon Company Unveils a Range of Festive Products
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Modular Arcade Gaming Systems
The Polycade Sente System is an Innovative Gaming Design
Anime-Inspired Collectible Collections
Fangamer Launches a New Line of Castlevania Merch
Pizza-Themed Arcade Games
Mike’s Hot Honey Launched an 80s-Inspired Game Called Slice Hunter
Full-Size Retro Mechanical Keyboards
8BitDo Now Offers the 'Retro 108' Keyboard for 90s Nostalgia
Miniature Retro Consoles
The Atari 400 is Downsized for the Modern Era in 'THE 400 MINI'
Video Game Refreshment Campaigns
The Suntory x Super Mario Campaign is Playful
Expanded-Capacity Game Cartridges
Evercade's 'Giga Carts' Enable Larger, More Ambitious Titles
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Units
The Analogue Pocket GBC Colors Edition is Limited in Numbers
Revived Retro Arcade Games
Nintendo Breathes Life Back to the NES Version of Tetris
Museum-Inspired Tech Accessories
CASETiFY's Ancient Korean Designs for Devices are Elegant
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Exclusive Gamer Gift Cards
Candy Crush Saga Gift Cards Share a 48-Hour Unlimited Lives Bonus
Seasonal Gamer Ornaments
Hallmark Launches a Variety of Gamer-Approved Ornaments for the Holidays
Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles
The XGO Handheld Retro Gaming Console Supports 10 Emulators
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
Digital Experience Gifting
Memory Crate Lets Users Gift Coupons, Experiences, or Acts of Service
Game Console-Inspired Keycaps
8BitDo Launched New NES-Inspired 'Retro Keycaps' for its Keyboards
Nostalgic Gaming Charger Protectors
This elago W5 Silicone Cover Has a Retro Gamer Design
Game Preservation Initiatives
GOG is Launching an Official Preservation Program for Video Games
Digital Gifting Platforms
On Me Makes the Traditional Gift Card Experience Modern & Personal
Artistic Gaming Peripherals
Razer Has Launched a Collection Inspired by the Late Keith Haring
Retro Phone-Inspired Label Makers
102 Design Lab Presents the Vintage Phone Labeling Machine
Magical Jelly Bean Products
The Jelly Belly Harry Potter Collection Has Four New Treats
Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems
The 'Playdate' Handheld Gaming Device Has a Charming Function
Mint-Tonal Retro Radios
Lego Launches a New Nostalgic Radio Design with Vintage Detailing
Functional Gaming Toys
Nintendo's Latest Gashapon Toys Can be Added as Controller Parts
Celebratory Sci-Fi Tech Products
The Logitech G Return of the Jedi-inspired Collection is Official
Festive Sweater Vests
Numskull Launched Novelty Fandom-Specific Sweater Vests
Retro-Inspired Power Banks
AYANEO's Retro Power Bank Replicates Old Video Game Consoles
Color-Matched Gaming Consoles
The Analogue Classic Limited Edition Pockets Come in Eight Colors
Backwards-Compatible Gaming Consoles
This Atari 7800 Plus Console Will Run the Original Cartridges
Early Computer-Inspired Keyboards
8BitDo Released the 'M Edition' Mechanical Keyboard
Gaming Console Energy Supplements
The G FUEL Atari 2600+ Pays Homage to the Golden Era of Gaming
Neon Retro Gaming Consoles
Evercade Announced the 'VS-R' for Couch Cooperative Play
Mobile Radio Players
Retro Radio is a Stylish, User-Friendly Radio Player with Vintage Design
Retro Arcade-Themed Capsules
The Hundreds and Tetris are Teaming Up on the 'Future Vintage' Line
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Nostalgic Gaming Power Banks
The Ayaneo Retro Power Bank Delivers 45W Charging Speeds
Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings
Minecraft Honors Anniversary with a Pixel Art Collection
Metallic Retro Game Controllers
8BitDo Debuted Two Limited-Edition Controllers for its Anniversary
Parental Gift Generators
The Parent Present Gift Generator Supports Gen Z & Millennial Shoppers
Cost-Effective Handheld Consoles
Evercade Announced the 'EXP-R' at a Lower Price
Retro Digital Flip Clocks
The Flip Clock Turns Any Device into a Nostalgic Time Piece
Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition is Sleek
Social Gaming Calendars
ArcadeCal Helps Gamers Coordinate Their Gaming Sessions
Digital Dartboard Game Systems
The 'Pixeldarts' Electronic Throwing Game Offers Nonstop Fun
Retro-Futurism Video Cameras
This Super 8 Camera Concept by Juliana Iacono is Nostalgic
Personalized AI Gift Recommender
Gift Recommender Simplifies Gift-Giving by Analyzing Details
Retro Game Console Cartridge
Atari is Launching a New Save Mary Cartridge for a Retro Console
Cartoon-Inspired Animated Games
The Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland Game Nods to the 90s