The Best PlayStation Holiday Gift Ideas for 2023

By | October 24, 2023

As we near the end of the year — and more importantly, the holiday season — there’s no better time to start looking at gifts for the PlayStation fan in your life. Whether it’s brand-new games, apparel, or collectibles and toys, we’ve scoured the internet for what is sure to be the most popular gifts this season, so check out the many great PlayStation gift recommendations below to make your shopping this year a breeze.

TL;DR – Best PlayStation Gift Ideas

Swing In With The Best Spidey Themed Gifts

Marvel's Spider-Man 2

PlayStation 5

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2

Arachnoplates for PlayStation 5

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Arachnoplates for PlayStation 5

Ships in November.

Spider-Man 2 - DualSense Wireless Controller

PlayStation 5

Spider-Man 2 – DualSense Wireless Controller

Limited Stock!

PlayStation has finally dropped its latest big exclusive title for PS5 owners: Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. For those who love swinging through New York City again, we’ve collected some Spidey-related gifts below that are must-have purchases along with the new game.

This selection also includes the infamous dbrand Spidey PS5 plates dupe, which starts at $64.98 but can rise to $91.88 depending on your add-ons. Seemingly as Sony has sold out of the official Spider-Man 2 faceplates, this is a great alternative.

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Consider These PlayStation Themed Gaming Cookbooks

God of War: The Official Cookbook of the Nine Realms

Our Top Pick

God of War: The Official Cookbook of the Nine Realms

Destiny: The Official Cookbook

Intergalactic Feast

Destiny: The Official Cookbook

The Official Horizon Cookbook: Tastes of the Seven Tribes

For the Future

The Official Horizon Cookbook: Tastes of the Seven Tribes

Preorder for April 2024.

Level up your culinary skills with these PlayStation-themed gaming cookbooks! Dive into the flavors of your favorite gaming worlds with recipes inspired by God of War, Horizon, Destiny, and more. Whether you’re a warrior in the kitchen or a seasoned guardian of taste, these cookbooks offer a delicious adventure for all. Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy both your gaming cravings and your taste buds. It’s time to conquer the kitchen with these delectable recipes straight from your favorite gaming universes.

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The Essential PlayStation 5 Gifts in 2023

PlayStation 5 Console

Available now

PlayStation 5 Console

DualSense Controller (Midnight Black)

PlayStation 5

DualSense Controller (Midnight Black)

Get ready for Player 2!

Silicon Power 2TB XS70 SSD

PlayStation 5

Silicon Power 2TB XS70 SSD

Improve your console’s storage capabilities.

If you haven’t yet been able to secure one, have no fear, PS5 consoles are finally available regularly. That’s right, you can currently order a PS5 without any stress at Amazon and several other retailers. You can find a link to the console here so you can pick one up for yourself or the fan in your life who’s been dying to get a PS5.

But, if you’ve already recently scored a PS5 for you and your family – well, you’re going to need to get suited and booted with all the essential accessories. Here are the very best PS5-themed gifts to make sure your loved one is making the most out of their console. From boosting their internal SSD storage to the very best gaming headset, we’ve got you covered with the selection below.

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Best PlayStation Apparel Gifts

God of War Ragnarök Hooded Bomber Jacket

PlayStation

God of War Ragnarök Hooded Bomber Jacket

Kratos and Atreus’ adventure through the Nine Realms can forever be remembered with this official hooded bomber jacket, complete with metallic back detailing.

Horizon Forbidden West Burning Shores National Park T-Shirt

PlayStation

Horizon Forbidden West Burning Shores National Park T-Shirt

Venture to the Burning Shores of Horizon Forbidden West with this comfortable t-shirt, made from 100% cotton.

The Last of Us: Part II - Washington Liberation Front Bomber Jacket

PlayStation

The Last of Us: Part II – Washington Liberation Front Bomber Jacket

Show your love for The Last of Us while also looking extremely fresh in this 100% polyester replica bomber jacket that features stitched patch detailing and a branded zipper tag.

Buying clothes for someone else is never easy. But, if they’re into PlayStation, then there are plenty of great options to choose from to showcase their fandom, including a couple of sweet bomber jackets, t-shirts, pullover hoodies, hats, socks, and so much more.

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Best PlayStation Collectibles and Toys Gifts

God of War Ragnarok - Original Soundtrack 3XLP + Slipcase

PlayStation

God of War Ragnarok – Original Soundtrack 3XLP + Slipcase

The God of War Ragnarok soundtrack comes with 3 LPs and a slipcase.

For the collectors out there, PlayStation has plenty of great options to add to a display shelf or show off on a desk at work or home. Below, you can find an excellent variety of gifts to look through, from the phenomenal God of War Ragnarok vinyl collection to some Funko Pops of various PlayStation characters.

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Best PS5 and PS4 Games Gifts

The Last of Us: Part I (PS5)

PlayStation

The Last of Us: Part I (PS5)

Whether you’re revisiting it again, or experiencing it for the very first time, there’s no better way to play through Joel and Ellie’s story than The Last of Us: Part I – remade for the PS5 with enhanced visuals and near-instant load times.

17% off $69.99

In the years that the PS5 has been out, there have been plenty of must-play titles available for it, including God of War Ragnarok, Horizon Forbidden West, Returnal, The Last of Us: Part I, and so many more. However, there’s still plenty to love about the PS4, and some of these titles are still available on it. Check out some great gift ideas across both PS5 and PS4 below.

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Best PlayStation Gifts Under $50

The Last of Us: Part II - Set of 4 Pint Glasses

If you’re looking for some great stocking stuffers or PlayStation gifts that won’t break the bank, we’ve got you covered below with some of the best PlayStation gifts under $50.

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See More Amazing Holiday Gift Ideas for 2023

For even more holiday gift ideas, check out our roundup of all the best Marvel gifts, best Switch gifts, or check out the rest of our relevant gift guides below.

Matthew Adler is a Commerce, Features, Guides, News, Previews, and Reviews writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @MatthewAdler and watch him stream on Twitch.

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