The Xbox One is a versatile machine, and there’s a lot to love about it. It’s a powerful system, and a very attractive one at that. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a hardcore streamer who spends as much time as possible online, it’s got something to offer you. So if you’ve got some new Xbox One owners on your holiday gift list, you might want some suggestions on what to buy for those lucky giftees of yours. Whether they’re happier lounging on the couch and binge-watching their favorite show on Netflix or ravenously devouring all the content Destiny 2 has to offer, we’ve got something to help make their time with the Xbox One time well-spent.
Xbox One Play and Charge Kit
How many times have you been chugging along mid-game, only to find that your controller’s batteries are low? It’s the fifth time this past couple of weeks, and after some high-intensity gaming sessions, the cheapie batteries you bought just aren’t making a dent. You don’t want to keep buying more either, so what’s a viable solution? A rechargeable battery pack that you can continue charging up, then swapping with another when that one’s drained. This way, the game never has to end. The Microsoft-branded Xbox One Play and Charge Kit is one of the best options to keep Xbox One controllers juiced up and ready to go.
Seagate Game Drive 4TB Game Pass Special Edition
Collecting Xbox One titles is an expensive habit, but there’s one aspect that collectors don’t often factor in: the space all those games take up. We’re not even talking solely physical games, either. These days, even a few digital games can start to fill up even the largest hard drive very quickly. Make sure your favorite Xbox One fan doesn’t have to worry about that problem by grabbing a massive hard drive. The Seagate Game Drive 4TB Game Pass Special Edition is a worthy choice, offering enough space that your giftee likely never has to worry about running out of it ever again… unless they prefer their entire collection to be digital. Then they might need another solution, eventually.
Xbox One Design Lab Custom Controller
There are a variety of different Xbox One controllers out there to choose from, but what better way to show your loved ones that you care with a custom-colored option? Using the Xbox Design Lab, you can create your own custom controller starting at $79.99 with color schemes that are completely up to you. Know someone with a favorite sports team who needs a new controller? Deck one out in the team’s colors. Celebrating someone who loves the color blue? Make an icy blue controller. There’s a whole new world of possibilities here.
Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller
You may be spending a pretty penny on this controller, as it’s over $100, but it’s the absolute best controller you’re going to find for the console. The analog pad is customizable, as is just about everything else you need to be concerned with. It’s hefty, feels great in the hands, and it’s effortlessly stylish. Plus, it lasts a pretty long while on a charge if that’s a concern. If the Xbox One gamer in your life looks for the finer things in life, especially when it comes to their favorite console, this controller is a must-have, over third-party replacements and even the original Xbox One controller.
Razer Thresher Xbox One Headset
Any gamer who jumps online for some multiplayer rounds of Overwatch or exploring in Destiny 2 is going to need a headset to communicate with others. The Razer Thresher is a great choice due to its oversized, comfortable ear cups, the ability to be used with the Xbox One wirelessly without a dongle, and its retractable mic. It can also last up to 16 hours on a single charge, which makes it a good candidate for a gift paired with the Xbox One Charge and Play Kit, since both make sure the power is flowing when players need it the most. Now everyone can hear those screams of rage and hollering with joy!
Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Xbox One Headset
Turtle Beach’s Stealth 600 is another viable headset option for communication with other players that doesn’t require any complicated setup. It syncs easily to the Xbox One and offers great sound and comfort, even for gamers who wear glasses. Not only is it affordable, but it fills a gap between value and luxury options for any Xbox One owners in need of a new go-to headset. Plus, it’s very comfortable to wear for hours on end.
Xbox Live Gold 12-Month Subscription
An Xbox Live Gold subscription is any Xbox One owner’s ticket to downloading free games, playing online with friends, and trying out new games as they become available via demos. For $60, you can give your favorite Xbox One gamer a world of entertainment, as most games require a Gold subscription for online play. It’s an affordable gift that costs the same as a new video game in most situations, and it’s also extremely practical.
Xbox Game Pass One-Month Subscription
Rather than buying one game, why not gift a month (or two!) of the Xbox Game Pass program? A month costs $9.99, and it unlocks over 100 Xbox One and Xbox 360 games that can be played on the console, ranging from big names like Halo and Gears of War to smaller affairs that are still worth playing. It’s like adding an instant collection of games to experience on the console without even having to leave the house. And with all the games out there that have been looked over since the Xbox One debuted, there’s bound to be several titles your giftee will want to sink their teeth into.
Published: Nov 13, 2017 10:00 am