Accessories
Give computer and gaming accessories that enhance your gamer's experience. Peripherals may allow the user to interact with an online community, such as a headset or game-specific accessories, like a guitar for music games or a drawing tablet. Computer gamers can play across multiple platforms. If you know the specific platform, or game machine, he has, buy an accessory for it.
General Purpose Gifts
Give your gamer a gift that enhances not only her gaming experience, but also her home theater and entertainment. Look for an universal remote to control all those gaming and electronic components from one source. A high-definition television set works well for a higher-end gift, so your gamer can see every detail of her favorite game. Accessories like power strips, digital cable connectors and speakers are all practical and necessary components for a complete gaming system.
Subscriptions
Instead of buying all of his games, get a rental subscription that allows him to try games out before he buys them. Buy a gift card at your local video game rental store or a subscription to an online rental service. Gaming magazine subscriptions also help your gamer keep up on the latest gaming news and tips. Electronics and gadget magazines may also interest him.
Memorabilia
Gamers likely have favorite games and characters. Buy a gift that celebrates her favorites. Posters, books and T-shirts work as an inexpensive gifts. Novelty items like plush toys, action figures and even kitchen and household supplies may feature a favorite. More serious gamers might appreciate concept drawings and collectible items.