COGconnected's Nintendo Holiday Gift Guide for 2025
It's that time of year when you start thinking about all the amazing gaming goodies you can give to those wonderful people in your life. Or yourself. If you have a Nintendo player in your life, then you've come to the right place. In this gift guide, we'll show you everything you need for Nintendo to keep your favorite Nintendo gamer a happy gamer. We'll cover their latest console, the Nintendo Switch 2, compatible accessories, must-have games, and some additional Nintendo merch that will bring a smile to any fan's face.
Let's clear out your shopping list with this handy gift guide.
Nintendo Switch 2
The best thing you can do for a Nintendo gamer this year is to pack up a Nintendo Switch 2. The successor to the incredibly successful and beloved Nintendo Switch, Switch 2 is Nintendo's newest console. Instead of coming up with something new, wild and crazy (which Nintendo is known to do at its best), Nintendo decided to improve the Nintendo Switch with the Switch 2. Every aspect of the Switch 2 is an improvement and should provide gamers with years of enjoyment.
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller
Make no mistake, this is one of the most comfortable gaming controllers out there. If your Nintendo player has a Nintendo Switch 2, then the Pro Controller is a must-have.
Nintendo Switch Online Membership
Nintendo Switch Online membership comes in a variety of options, including individual and family memberships. This membership allows Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 gamers to play games online and enjoy classic titles using Nintendo Switch Online.
Games
Your shiny new gaming console is only as good as the games it plays. Luckily for Nintendo fans, there's no shortage of great games to enjoy. Here's a list of must-play Nintendo Switch 2 games. Some, but not all, of these games are compatible with the original Nintendo Switch console, so keep that in mind when making your purchases.
World of Mario Kart
Check out our Mario Kart World review here.
Donkey Kong Bananza
Check out our Review of Donkey Kong Bananza here..
Super Mario Jamboree Party – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV
Check out our Super Mario Party Jamboree: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV review here.
Kirby Air Riders
We'll be posting a review of Kirby Air Riders soon!
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
Check out our Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment review here.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch Edition 2 + Star-Crossed World
Check out our Review of Kirby and the Forgotten Land: Star-Crossed World here.
Pokemon Legends: ZA
We'll have a review of Pokémon Legends: ZA coming soon!
Amazing 3rd Party Accessories
Third-party accessories are a great way to get more out of your gaming console without spending any money.
Airlite Fit headset
The Airlite Fit Headset is an affordable wired headset from Turtle Beach. Ideal for online players.
Revenge of the wireless controller
These Rematch wireless controllers for Nintendo Switch 2 have incredible design options. Ideal for gamers who need additional controllers. Manufacturer: Turtle Beach.
PlayTrek travel case
Protect your Nintendo Switch 2 with the PlayTrek Travel Case from Turtle Beach.
Advantage Wired Controller with Lumectra
Play in colorful style with this impressive wired Advantage controller from PowerA. Check out our review here.
Additional goodies
Finally, we have a few extra gifts that any Nintendo fan would love to receive.
Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarm Clock
Be on time with this impressive Nintendo alarm clock. Anxiety combines Nintendo's favorite franchises with a story about time.
Metroid Prime Flashback Book
Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective features artwork from the amazing Metroid Prime trilogy, just in time for the release of Metroid Prime 4.
Amiibo
You'd be hard-pressed to find a Nintendo fan who doesn't enjoy collecting Amiibo. This year, Nintendo pulled out all the stops with new Street Fighter, Super Mario Galaxy, Metroid Prime 4, and Kirby Air Riders amiibo. Amazing collectibles that every fan would love to have.
This concludes our Nintendo 2025 Holiday Gift Guide. If you're looking for more ideas for gamers, be sure to check out our The Ultimate Gift Guide for PlayStationour A Guide to 2025 Holiday Tech and Gearand ours The best stockings for the gamer in your life.
