Tech Guide’s 2022 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas – Day 5: Gaming

It’s Day 5 of Tech Guide’s 2022 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas which is designed to help you find the right gift for your family and friends.

Today is Day 5 and we’re talking about all things gaming and accessories.

Here are Tech Guide’s 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas:

Day 1: Cameras

Day 2: Smartphones

Day 3: Wearables/smartwatches

Day 4: Headphones/speakers

DAY 5: Gaming

DAY 6: Tablets/e-readers

DAY 7: Drones/Gadgets

DAY 8: Smart/IoT devices

DAY 9: In-car gadgets

DAY 10: TVs/Blu-Ray/4K

DAY 11: Appliances

DAY 12: Computers

DAY 5: GAMING

INFINITY GAME TABLE – $1999

The electronic games table is jam-packed with over 70 digital versions of beloved nostalgic and iconic games for the whole family like Hasbro’s Monopoly, Trivial Pursuit, Chutes and Ladders, Connect 4, Battleship, Candy Land with a great selection of puzzles, card games, colouring books, mini-games and comic books perfect to entertain the whole family

The Infinity Games Table by Arcade1Up features a 32-inch HD touchscreen, Wi-Fi connectivity, dynamic zoom viewing, online play, detachable legs so you can play comfortably anywhere and an expanding library of downloadable games and interactive content available via the app stores. Available from Arcade Gamer ,JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, EB Games, Gamesmen, Catch, Myer and Kogan.

LG ULTRAGEAR UHD 4K OLED GAMING MONITOR – $2619

For the avid gamer on your list, the LG UltraGear OLED gaming monitor is the ultimate Christmas gift.

The large 48-inch screen and self-lit OLED pixel technology creates rich colour expression, wide contrast ratio and fast response time.

Designed for the best gaming performance, players can see their game clearly with Anti-Glare and low reflection technology, reducing screen distraction from the surrounding environment for a better viewing experience.

META QUEST 2- $629

The Quest 2 headset is Meta’s most advanced all-in-one VR system. It’s smaller and over 10% lighter than the original Quest for improved mobility and comfort.

Every detail has been engineered to let you explore awe-inspiring games and experiences with unparalleled freedom: no PC or console required. Get the most out of each moment with blazing-fast performance.

Stay focused with stunning visual clarity. Or take a break from the action and grab front-row seats to live concerts, exclusive events, and more. There’s no end in sight to what you can play, create, and discover with Quest 2. Available to purchase from the Meta store and Amazon.com.au.

LENOVO LEGION 5 PRO – from $1,599

Engineered to deliver devastation in and out of the arena, the Legion 5 Pro deploys AMD Ryzen processing and NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics to dish out high-resolution gaming.

It is the world’s first 16″ QHD gaming laptop with up to 165Hz refresh sets up a “winning zone” that gives gamers an extra edge and ups your peripheral vision.

The Lenovo Legion 5 PRO can be found online on the Lenovo site.

JBL QUANTUM 810 HEADSET – $349.95

JBL has launched the latest model for its popular Quantum range of wireless gaming headsets – the JBL Quantum 810 which includes dual surround sound to take your gaming to another level.

The JBL Quantum 810 headset has QuantumSURROUND – spatial surround sound for gaming and DTS Headphone:X 2.0 for an immersive audio experience.

Also onboard is a flip-up microphone with noise suppression technology so you can be clearly heard whether you’re talking tactics in a game or ordering through your Bluetooth-connected smartphone.

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SEAGATE STORAGE EXPANSION CARD FOR XBOX – from $439

 Instantly expand the peak speed capacity of Xbox’s most powerful gaming experience with the Seagate Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X/S.

With up to 2TB capacity expansion, the card seamlessly integrates into the Xbox Velocity Architecture, ensuring virtually no lag in power or speed when gaming from the expansion card. Available in 1TB (AU $439/ NZ $509) and 2TB (AU $799 / NZ $899)

LASER GAMING LED FULL SIZE WIRED KEYBOARD – $29.95

This full-sized gaming keyboard will be the centerpiece of your command station and will give you the edge during competitive level play.

All 104 keys are available for easy access without the need for complicated shortcuts and include an extra 9 multimedia keys so you can access frequently used applications and media controls on the fly.

The extra-long, braided cable ensures you’ll have more than enough reach in any type of gaming setup, and the easy plug & play nature of the keyboard guarantees a quick and painless setup as there are no drivers or software required.

PGA TOUR 2K23 – $89.95
PGA TOUR 2K23 is the latest in the long-running series that brings the authentic professional golfing experience indoors.

Headlined and produced by Tiger Woods, PGA TOUR 2K23 allows you to take to the greens to compete against the best players in the world, and grow your career. Swing big with ongoing season content that will see this Christmas gift being played long after the year is over.

Available online and at Amazon or at physical retailers including The Gamesmen, JB Hi-Fi, Big W and EB Games.

HYPERX CLOUD STINGER 2 WIRELESS HEADSET – $159
The latest edition of one of HyperX’s top-selling headsets, the Cloud Stinger 2 Wireless is a sleek and solid option with immersive DTS Headphone:X spatial audio, a versatile microphone and easy-access audio controls.

It also has up to 20 hours of battery life, saving time on charges in-between gaming sessions. Compatible with PC. Available at local tech retailers such as PC Case Gear and Scorptec.

CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE II – $89.95

Call of Duty Modern Warfare II delivers exactly what the hardcore fans of the franchise wanted from the popular first-person shooter while also onboarding new players into the game.

Infinity Ward, the developers of this chapter and the original Modern Warfare II released back in 2009, are at their absolute best here with stunning lifelike characters and environments and brilliant and responsive game play.

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SONY INZONE H9 WIRELESS GAMING HEADSET – $499

What to get the gamer in your life that already has all the gear? Level up with Sony’s latest INZONE H9 gaming headphones.

The H9s are Sony’s top-of-the-range gaming headsets, with both ambient sound mode and noise cancelling features, as well  the ease of switching between each mode.

With a flip to mute, voice-focused microphone, communication has never been easier.

The 32 hour battery life also means the INZONE H9’s are perfect for those all day gaming marathons, and will provide hours of entertainment for people of all ages.

PANASONIC SOUND SLAYER – $329

Sound quality in gaming has become as good if not better than what we hear in movies and one way to get right in the centre of it is with the Panasonic SoundSlayer wearable gaming speaker.

No, that’s not a typo – it’s a wearable speaker.

It sits around your neck which is smart because it places the speakers right below your ears, so you are literally surrounded by sound.

The SoundSlayer goes around the back of your neck and rests on your shoulders.

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SAMSUNG ODYSSEY ARK MONITOR – $4,499

Samsung’s 55-inch Odyssey Ark Gaming monitor wraps around the player’s field of view thanks to its stunning 1000R curvature.

The 55-inch screen is designed to wrap around your field of view thanks to that extreme curvature.

In Cockpit Mode the screen can rotate with its height adjustable stand as well as tilt and pivot to create an optimal screen environment.

The Samsung’s Quantum Matrix Technology uses Quantum Mini LEDs and 14-bit processing, so gamers have an extraordinary range of both dark and bright scenes with 16,384 black levels for ultra-realistic graphics.

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