With the holidays approaching soon, it's time to start thinking about what to get for the Xbox gamer in your life. Tons of great games, console bundles, and controllers are available, so we're here to cut through the fat and show you the best of the best. These are the 22 essential Xbox gifts of the year.
Never buy AA batteries for your Xbox One controllers again! The PDP Energizer 2X Charging System charges two controllers at once, which is perfect for extended co-op or multiplayer sessions. It comes with two battery packs, and it’s also available in white, so it’ll look great next to your shiny, new Xbox One S.
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If you’re sick of messing with AA batteries but you didn’t buy an Xbox One S, no worries. The PDP Energizer 2X also comes in black.
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An Xbox gaming classic since the Xbox 360 days, the Play and Charge Kit lets you ditch AA batteries for good.
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A great headset for the gamer that does it all, the HyperX Cloud Stinger Gaming Headset offers excellent comfort and quality, and it’s compatible with Xbox One, PS4, and PCs. Plus, $50 won’t break the bank, meaning you can probably sneak something else onto your list. If you’re too curious to wait, check out our headset unboxing.
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The Astro name is synonymous with high-quality sound in gaming. Yes, the Astro A50 headset is large, but it’s comfortable even over longer play sessions, and its Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound is crisp. A precision microphone ensures your strategic (or trash) talk will be heard loud and clear. Play nice.
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As the ultimate console bundle on this list, the Xbox One S 2TB has it all. A custom Xbox One S console with the Gears of War Crimson Omen symbol, a custom controller, a vertical console stand, a copy of Gears of War 4 (which we gave a 9.2 review), a massive 2 terabyte hard drive, and a Season Pass for upcoming Gears content. If you want to future proof someone, this is the way to go.
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When you need a gift that satisfies everyone, you can’t go wrong with Minecraft. This Xbox One S 500GB bundle comes with Minecraft for Xbox One and Windows 10 PCs, plus two weeks of Xbox Live time. It also comes with extra content packs Minecraft, making an already endless game even more endless… if that’s possible.
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The same great Xbox One S, but with double the storage. Get ahead of the digital future.
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If your Xbox gamer constantly talks about “K/D ratios” or “hair triggers,” this is gift you’re looking for. The Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller is stylish, supremely comfortable, and it allows hardcore gamers to customize their controllers and get the upper hand over their online opponents.
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In our 9.2 Gears of War 4 review, we liken it to The Force Awakens of video games. It copies so much of what made previous Gears games great, but it does it so effectively that we don’t mind that old familiar feeling. With a strong campaign and fully-featured multiplayer and Horde modes, Gears of War 4 is a must have for Xbox shooter fans.
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One of the best games to show off your Xbox’s graphical power, Halo 5: Guardians has some of the most fun levels in a Halo game to date, and the best multiplayer since Halo 2. Plus, the Limited Edition comes with a ton of REQ packs to get you in the game faster. Read our Halo 5 review.
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There has never been a better time to jump into Destiny, especially if you only played it when it launched. With every major expansion included, you’ll have months of content to play through as you grind for the hottest weapons and flashiest gear. Beware: once this game gets its claws in you, it’s already too late.
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A perfect gift for the person who has a twenty-five-point plan for surviving an alien invasion within their own home.
If you’re a fantasy fan and you have a ton of holiday vacation time to burn through, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt should be your game of choice. In our 9.3 review, we praise the game as “massive in size and meticulously detailed.” This version brings you the base version of the game, plus all the content released to date. Some of it, like Blood and Wine, is very, very good.
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Big Boss in a beautiful, stealthy sandbox, plus a rare 10/10 review from us. What more do you need to hear?
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Somehow it’s already been five years since Skyrim was released. Even if you played it at launch, that’s enough time to warrant a replay -- especially when it looks this good. Skyrim: Special Edition includes the core game, all of the add-ons, and a ton of new visual effects that will make you forget the game is from 2011.
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One of the best action-adventure games on Xbox One, Rise of the Tomb Raider has a great story and tons of devious tombs to keep you busy. Read our Rise of the Tomb Raider review.
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Forza Horizon 3 may take place in The Land Down Under, but it’s on top of its game in nearly every way. In our 9.5 review, we called the game “a masterclass in open-world racing and bigger and better than its excellent predecessor across the board.” Gearheads, go nuts.
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With an impressive library of great games already out, plus several more coming soon, Xbox One owners might find their original 500 GB hard drives are getting too full. Upgrading to a full terabyte of storage means installing and downloading games won’t be an issue, and deleting old games to make room for the new ones will become a thing of the past. The HGST Touro S 1TB Drive also doesn’t require power, meaning you won’t need to plug in an AC cord. Win!
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Eight times -- we repeat, EIGHT TIMES -- the storage of the standard Xbox One hard drive. Get this for the game who already has everything except space.
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The gift that keeps on giving. With an Xbox Live 12 Month Gold Membership, your gamer can play online multiplayer games until next Holiday. Plus, with Microsoft’s free “Games with Gold” program, your lucky recipient will receive free games to download every month. Talk about a deal.
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Look, we love the Xbox One controller, but it was made for playing games. When it’s time to get serious about movies, TV, and other apps, it’s time to pick up the Xbox One Media Remote. It feels great to hold, the buttons illuminate when you move it, and it’s not overcrowded like most remotes.
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Not everyone plays on the Xbox, and that's okay! If there's a PlayStation gamer on your list, check out our Best PlayStation Gifts list for more great recommendations.
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