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25 Unique Nintendo Gifts That Will Have You Nostalgic For The 90s

Nintendo gifts are the perfect present to give to any gamer you know this Christmas! Giving someone a Nintendo Switch or a 3DS game may seem like the obvious gift idea, but it can be hard to think of unique ones. With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of 25 Nintendo gift ideas for gamers that will stand out among the rest! Whether your gaming friend loves Mario, Pokemon, or Zelda, we’ve got something on here that they’re guaranteed to love!

1. A Mario Block Bank That Dings For Every Coin

There are fewer things more satisfying than the sound of Mario breaking a coin block. Now you can have that sound and that block for yourself with this coin bank! Every time you drop one of your quarters or nickles into this box it makes that famous coin dinging sound! You’ll have a blast saving up all of your spare change with this Nintendo gift.

2. A Game Boy Heat Changing Mug For Cold Winter Nights

There’s no better way to warm you up during a cold winter night than by having a hot drink. This Game Boy styled mug turns itself on every time you pour your hot chocolate into it! Now when you’re enjoying your drink you can enjoy a scene from the Mario Brothers series, too!

3. This Pokemon Loungefly Wallet To Store Your Pokedollars

Store your cash in style with this Loungefly brand Pokemon-themed wallet! You’re gonna catch all those Pokedollar bills in this awesome, multi-pocket pouch! All of their other Pokemon Trainer friends are going to be jealous of your friend if you give them this great Pokemon gift!

4. An SNES Classic Mini For Retro Gaming

These old-school mini consoles have been all the rage lately! Give your gamer friend a throwback to the 90s with this unique Nintendo gift. Any nerd is going to love this small Super Nintendo and the 20 games that come pre-installed on it! This is one of the best Nintendo gift ideas on the market today!

5. A Nintendo Switch Accessories Kit

Jumping back into the 2010s with Nintendo’s newest console, the Nintendo Switch, this accessory kit is one of the best Nintendo Switch gift ideas this season! Any gamer you know is going to love adding these things to their Switch collection! This kit comes with everything from steering wheels for Mario Kart to a dock to charge your Joy Cons on. They’ll be thanking you for sure!

6. The Legend Of Zelda Chess Set For A Different Type Of Gaming

Every gamer needs a break from video games now and then, so why not give them the gift of a board game instead? This beautiful chess set is modeled after characters from the Legend of Zelda series. They can take back Hyrule from Ganondorf and his minions as Link and the other Hylian warriors in the most thrilling game of chess they’ll ever play!

7. An NES Controller Phone Case

Any Nintendo fan you know is going to love decking out their phone to look like a retro NES controller! Now your gamer can take Nintendo on the go in more ways than just with their 3DS! This is one of the most creative Nintendo gifts you can get them!

8. Nintendo Mushroom Sours For Gamers With A Sweettooth

These candy-filled Mario mushrooms make the perfect Christmas stocking stuffer! Now your Nintendo-loving friend can level up with each of these sour candies they eat! And, as an added bonus, they can keep the mushrooms afterward as a collectible decoration for their room! A two-for-one deal!

9. Some Nintendo Amiibos To Super Smash The Competition With

Super Smash Brothers Ultimate is right around the corner, and having Amiibos is going to make it so much better! Your gamer friend can bring their favorite characters to life with these popular figures and crush the Smash competition with some special training. Or maybe they just like to collect them all! Either way, these Nintendo gifts are well-loved by all fans!

10. Evolution Of Gaming Print For Some Killer Wall Art

This print will make any Nintendo fan feel nostalgic. With this poster hanging up on their wall they can look back and appreciate just how far Nintendo has come! The image of each of Nintendo’s home consoles stacked on top of each other will bring a smile to their face and color to their wall.

11. A Nintendo Display Sign So They Can Rep The Brand

Having the Nintendo logo on display in their room will have all gamers geeking out! This sign is the perfect addition to any collector’s shelf. What Nintendo fan doesn’t want to proudly represent their favorite brand? This is one of the most unique Nintendo gifts out there!

12. A Triforce Nightlight To Brighten Up Their Room

A glowing Triforce can be the light of any dark room! This Triforce-shaped nightlight can also cast an image of the Hylian crest onto nearby walls. A Zelda fan you know is going to love having this iconic symbol glowing on their dresser or nightstand.

13. An Adorable Talking Pikachu Plush To Cuddle With

There isn’t a single Pokemon fan out there who doesn’t love Pikachu, so why not give them a Pikachu of their own? This cute Pikachu plushie can wiggle his ears, light up his cheeks, and even talk to you every time you hug him! This Pokemon is going to be their new best buddy!

14. A Stylish Pokemon-Themed Nintendo 3DS Travel Pack

Every good Pokemon Trainer needs to be prepared for their journey! With this Pokemon Nintendo 3DS travel case, they can get ready to take their 3DS anywhere! This pack comes with a 3DS case, a Poke Ball stylus, and more! Out of all the Pokemon gift ideas out there, this is one you don’t want to miss.

15. A Poke Ball Plus To Feel Like A Real Trainer

Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee for the Nintendo Switch are almost here! With that in mind, this Poke Ball Plus Joy Con is not only one of the best Switch gift ideas, but also a great Pokemon gift idea! Your friend can feel like a real trainer when they hold a Poke Ball Joy Con in the palm of their hand this Christmas!

16. This Awesome Mario Bros Power Up T-Shirt

You can power up like Mario when you wear this cool t-shirt! Your Nintendo-fanatic friend is going to love rocking this graphic tee with the various Mario Bros power-ups printed on it! Get the 1-Up on all the other gifts this season with this great Nintendo gift!

17. A Tetris 3D Puzzle To Tease Their Brains

As if Tetris wasn’t enough of a brainteaser already, this 3D Tetris puzzle is going to leave your friends scratching their heads. This is the perfect Nintendo gift for anyone who loves to challenge their noggins with a good puzzle! They’ll be sure to have fun for hours with this unique Nintendo gift!

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18. Mario Kart Magnets For When They’re Racing To Dinner

Your friend is going to be racing to stick these Mario Kart magnets to their fridge! These magnets will give them a serious throwback to the 90s as Mario and the gang drive across the surface of their refrigerator. Hopefully they won’t get that leftover pizza first!

19. Pokemon Gym Badges To Feel Like A Real Pokemon Master

Gym badges are the ticket to entering the Pokemon League! Having these collectible Pokemon badges will make your friend feel like a real Pokemon Master. They can be proudly displayed in their room or pinned to the inside of their vest like Ash Ketchum!

20. Yoshi Slippers To Keep Their Feet Warm And Cute

Everyone knows Yoshi as Mario’s loyal dinosaur companion, but who knew he could keep your feet warm, too? These slippers are super cute and will make them feel like they’re riding a Yoshi of their own! This will be one of the best Nintendo gifts they’ll get, because if they don’t love Yoshi then they’re probably a monster.

21. Mario Warp Pipe Shot Glasses To Add A New Level To Drinking Games

Send your liquor down the tube with these Mario warp pipe shot glasses! Whether you’re gaming with a console or with booze, these mini pipes are going to make things a lot more fun during your next Mario Party match. Mario doesn’t go down tubes like these every day!

22. A Poke Ball Wall Clock, Because It’s Always Time To Train On

What time is it? Time to be a Pokemon Master! This simple wall clock shaped like the iconic Poke Ball will look great hanging on the wall of any Nintendo fan. There’s still time to get this great Pokemon gift before the holidays rush up on you! The clock is ticking!

23. This Lon Lon Ranch Milk Bottle Candle

The scent of vanilla will fill the home of anyone who loves Zelda this Christmas. This candle is shaped like the milk bottles that come from Lon Lon Ranch and give Link the extra energy he needs to travel Hyrule. The candle smells so good that you may end up trying to take a sip, too!

24. Pokemon Go Team Hats To Show Their Valor, Mystic, Or Instinct Pride

Pokemon Go may seem like a fad of the past, but it’s still more popular than you may realize. If your friend spends time catching Pokemon on their iPhone, then they’re going to love representing their team with these sleek caps. Find out which team they’re on and give them one of the best Nintendo gifts around! They can conquor gyms in style!

25. A Nintendo Controller Blanket To Wrap Themselves Up In

With the weather getting colder, it’s important to stay warm. And what better way to stay cozy than with one of the greatest Nintendo gifts around? This soft blanket covered in retro NES controllers is perfect to wrap yourself up in on a snowy night. They can stay comfortable and warm when gaming from their sofa this Christmas!

These unique Nintendo gifts are sure to be a hit with any gamer you know for Christmas 2018! If they aren’t, then can your friend seriously call themselves a Nintendo fan? So get your coins ready and start your shopping now!

Which of these Nintendo gifts are you going to get your friends for Christmas this year? Tell us which are your favorites in the comments!
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