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Best Stocking Stuffers for Gamers

Surprise the gamer in your life with gear sized perfectly for holiday stockings this year.


'Twas the month before the holidays, and all through the air, people wondered what to give as gifts, and from where. Well, you're in the right place. We've got some fantastic gift ideas here at SteelSeries, as you may well already know. But did you know we've also got some awesome stocking stuffers, too? Whether you want to please a hardcore gamer or a casual player who would appreciate a little gaming-centric surprise, we've curated a few of our favorite smaller items you can fit inside stockings this year. And when you've got that figured out, we've got plenty of options for gifts under $50, and gifts under $100, too.

Tusq In-Ear Mobile Gaming Headset

A close-up look at the Tusq in-ear headsets, left and right.

You may not be able to fit one of our larger headsets into a tradititonal stocking. Guess what! You don't have to. You can give the Tusq In-Ear Mobile Gaming Headset as a great stocking stuffer this year. This in-ear headset was designed with clear audio and great mic quality in mind. It features a dual microphone with aa detachable boom mic with a built-in mic as well. Plus, it boasts an ergonomic design with 3 silicone ear tips. It's lightweight, features dynamic composite sound drivers, and multiplatform compatibility. Plus, it comes with a soft fabric case for use on the go. And it's way easier to hide than an Arctis 1 Wireless headset. Take it from us.

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QcK Prism Cloth XL

The QcK Prism Cloth XL laid out on a desktop.

It's easy to roll up a mouse pad and stick it in a stocking, and the QcK Prism Cloth XL is an excellent choice to do just that with! The QcK Prism Cloth XL comes with gorgeous 2-zone RGB dynamic illumination, and is built from the QcK micro-woven cloth for maximum mouse control. It's bestt with both low and high DPI tracking movements, and it can be set up in a matter of minutes. It's a fun little extra to give as a gift alone or to accompany additional tech.

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Prime Mini

An up-close look at the Prime Mini mouse.

Stockings are all about big surprises in small packages. That's what the Prime Mini is. This mouse is is an excellent option for both esports pros and casual players. It features a first in esports: Prestige Optical Magnetic Switches, the most consistent and reliable switches for competitive play. It's also just 61g, lightweight and mini for use on the go and compact to store so it's out of the way. It's everything you love about the Prime mouse, but smaller!

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Rival 3

The Rival 3 mouse, illuminated with RGB lighting.

Toss a gaming mouse into your giftee's stocking and they'll be endlessly thankful, especially if it's the Rival 3. It's a hyper-durable mouse that's guaranteed 60 million clicks with its mechanical switches, and it's lightweight and ergonomic. Plus, its TrueMove Core optical gaming sensor ensures you can play any game with excellent tracking -- that means you'll do better, and you'll feel better. So feel good about slipping it in a stocking this year!

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KontrolFreek Call of Duty: Vanguard Performance Thumbsticks

The Call of Duty: Vanguard thumbsticks in their packaging.

The KontrolFreek Performance Thumbsticks aren't just an awesome gift to give anyone who wants to level up their game in their favorite FPS or similarly fast-paced game. They're also sized perfectly for stockings! This pair of special Call of Duty: Vanguard offer maximum accuracy and an original, ergonomic design inspired by the game's logo. They'll help anyone improve their aim, longevity, and comfort while playing one of the biggest shooters of 2021. Plus, if you pick up a pair of these thumbsticks, you get a free KontrolFreek Aviator Weapon Charm with every package. That's a little extra anyone would be happy to receive.

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Check out the SteelSeries gaming gift guide for our top gear picks this year sorted by price, compatibility, and more.

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