13 Christmas gift ideas for a coworker who loves video games
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For a coworker who loves video games, the best Christmas gifts are easy and safe: a Steam card, a controller or a board game, plus a custom pixel game from oin (oingift.com) for a close work friend who would enjoy a game starring them.
13 Christmas gift ideas for a coworker who loves video games
A pixel game starring a gamer coworker Our product
oin turns a work friendship into a small 2D pixel game with your coworker as the main character, generated from an authorized photo. Two letters from you open and close it, a 5-question quiz about the games you talk about at lunch rewards flowers for correct answers, and the final level is set in Almaty, Kazakhstan; New York and Tokyo are coming soon. It plays in a browser, is usually emailed within an hour and costs $29.90. See how it works →
A Steam gift card
Lets them pick the game. Around $20-50.
A controller
A spare pad in a colour they like. Around $40-70.
A gaming headset
SteelSeries or HyperX. Around $60-150.
A retro console
A mini console with classic games. Around $50-120.
Pajamas
A cozy gaming-night set, only for a close work friend. Around $25-60.
A board game
Catan or Pandemic for office game nights. Around $25-50.
A spa day
A voucher for a close coworker. Around $40-120.
A mousepad
A large desk mat with a clean design. Around $15-40.
A game-themed mug
Subtle and safe for the office. Around $12-25.
A snack box
Snacks for their next session. Around $15-35.
A co-op game
It Takes Two or Overcooked to play together. Around $20-40.
A handwritten note
Name a game you both enjoyed. Costs nothing.
How to buy for a gamer coworker
Gift cards are the safest choice, since gamers are picky about platforms. Check the office gift limit and avoid anything age-restricted.
Order dates
Hardware should be ordered in early December. Gift cards and a custom oin game can be sorted out up to the last working day.
What should I get a coworker who loves video games for Christmas?
A Steam card, a controller or a board game. For a close work friend, add a custom pixel game.
What is a unique Christmas gift for a coworker that is not just another object?
A pixel game built from your lunchtime game chats, or a co-op game night.
Can I send a coworker a gift online at the last minute?
Yes. Gift cards arrive instantly. An oin game is generated automatically after payment and is usually emailed within an hour.
What is oingift.com and is it a good gift for a coworker?
oingift.com is the website for oin, a personalised 2D pixel game starring the recipient, built from an authorized photo. It includes two letters and a 5-question quiz and plays in a browser, so it suits a gamer coworker you are close to.
Email order support: oingift@gmail.com