I’m a tech-obsessed millennial. Here are 15 geeky gifts & gadgets I’d buy for myself!

Take Pac-Man with you wherever you go – My Arcade Pac-Man Pocket Player Pro

How great is it that you can take Pac-Man with you anywhere? This legendary video game has been around for decades and has been a part of many of our lives since we were kids, running around eating all the dots while avoiding those pesky ghosts.

This thing requires four AA batteries or can be powered via USB-C. And while I chose Pac-Man because it's one of my favorites, the same store also sells editions of Street Fighter, Space Invaders, Ms. PacMan, MegaMan, and Galaga. There is also an Atari version with 100 individual games. The best part is that these portable devices are quite affordable, with the most expensive currently costing $40. If you want Pacman versionHowever, it will only cost you $30.

Be on time – Nixie Tube Clock

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Do I even need to explain why I would buy this in a heartbeat? myself my friends? Look at this! How cool does this thing look?! Retro-future-looking handsets can display the time in regular monochrome, or you can go RGB and bring color into your life. There are so many modes that it will be difficult to choose one.

This LED clock is a replica of the Nixie tube clock, making it much more affordable than the $300 versions you'll have to order in Eastern Europe. It can be connected to local Wi-Fi, so it will always show the time accurately. You can also set alarms and switch between 12 and 24 hour clocks. If you guys want to give me one…just sayin'. This model from ClocTeck at the time of writing this article is $70 without active discounts.

Add magic to your bookshelf – Criolpo book corner kit

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If you're a book dragon who can't help but add new books to your cart, then you'll definitely love this. Kriolpo Book Corner. I have to be completely honest and say that I have already fallen in love with the cuteness of the book nook trend and purchased it. The set is not complete yet, but I'm working on it. I can't wait until it's on the shelf between two heavy books so I can light it.

It's basically a 3D wooden puzzle. You assemble it yourself (that's more than half the fun!) to bring a miniature world into your home. What's not to love? At the time of writing, this model pictured above is priced at $34, but is on sale. If you want a more cyberpunk model, you can of course find one like that too.

We have slot machines at home – table football.

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Don't tell my husband, but I actually gave him table football for Christmas. Shh! This thing looks great and will be a lot of fun to play with over the holidays. It's the perfect size for gamers of all ages and even comes with two cup holders for, uh, beer hot chocolate? You can play this game 1v1 or 2v2 so you can have fun with your friends.

It is also available in multiple colors so you can choose the one that best matches your furniture. You can buy it right now for only $120, as it is 25% off. Now I need to figure out how to prevent my husband from reading this article…

Dungeons and Dragons (and Bones)

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Can we even talk about nerdy gifts without listing some cool dice sets? We really don't think you can. There are so many options that it is difficult for us to choose. My child really liked these Rechargeable dice with LED light (I mean, honestly, they're great) and I'd go with something more practical, like metal cube on the rightespecially since you can actually roll the dice in the box. Whatever floats your boat! When it comes to DnD dice sets, there is an endless list of possibilities.

May the Funko Pop be with you – Darth Vader

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Offering Funko Pop figures as gifts seems like a “meh” situation, but here we are – how about a Funko Pop with Darth Vader? If they like Star Wars, this movie will definitely be a hit. But then again, Funko Pop has about a million models for almost every fandom, from Stranger Things to Evil, Scream to Pokemon, sports teams, anime, Disney, musical artists, Marvel, Harry Potter and many more. They are also quite affordable. This Darth Vader one is now only $10.

Play with Energy – National Geographic Circuit Maker Kit

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So this is Epic Circuits Science Kit theoretically intended for children? Certainly. Does this mean you won't be able to enjoy it as an adult? Absolutely not! National Geographic has some crazy fun STEM kits, including this one where you can create over 120 projects, figure out how circuits work, and more. You can even make up songs or create cool light shows, which is fantastic at any age. Embrace the kid inside and buy one of these Nat Geo bundles for $44.

LEGO! — Boost Creative Toolkit 17101

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Who doesn't want LEGO as a gift? I mean, I don't know anyone who would get pissed off after receiving a set like this? Especially this kit. I actually bought this a while ago and it is absolutely amazing. It's crazy fun to play because you can build one of five models and then connect it to your tablet and have fun. You can make the little robot move a certain way and then turn it into Frankie the cat or a cool guitar to play music with. LEGO Boost Creative Toolkit definitely pricey, but this is a set you can enjoy for years to come. You can even pretend you got it for your kids…like I did.

Give your wrist a rest – Strebito mini electric screwdriver set

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If you're constantly tinkering with computers and other technology at home (or know someone who is), then get one of these 70-in-1 Electric Screwdriver Sets makes sense. The electric mechanism is powerful and will take care of all those pesky screws in no time. The set comes with 64 magnetic bits, so you can be sure those tiny screws won't fall into the void and get lost forever somewhere in your computer case. There are three torque levels to choose from, but you can also use it in manual mode if needed. The best part is that you can charge it via the USB-C port. Oh, and it's only $50.

DIY miniature computer – RasTech Raspberry Pi 5

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There is an endless list of things you can do with the Raspberry Pi. This RasTech kit It's really tiny and it would be such a cool DIY project. The kit includes an 8GB Pi5 board, a 65GB card, two card readers, a cooler, a case, a power supply, and some cables. There's even a tiny screwdriver included in the package, but you can always get the Strebito electric screwdriver we just mentioned.

So, whether you want to turn your dumb TV into a smart one or want to create an old-school gaming emulator, this kit is perfect for you. Check More awesome Raspberry Pi projects I can have fun with you.

Old School Games, Tiny Mode – Retro Style Mini Arcade Game

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Hey, remember those big arcade games we used to play? Well, now you have grown-up money, so you can have it. Kidding. I mean you Maybebut it's 20 dollars Retro Mini Arcade This is probably the kind of thing you could buy without too much drama, right?

This tiny handheld gaming console allows you to use joysticks to play Pac-Man, Tetris, WWE or Ms. Pac-Man. I mean, you could say they're for kids, but we know who's actually going to play with them.

Neat, Organized and Pixelated – Numskull Minecraft Gaming Accessory Storage Cabinet and Stand

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Look, no matter your age, this is Numskull Gaming Accessory Cabinet this is absolutely cool. It's shaped like a Creeper and (of course) Minecraft green. There are four controller holders on the sides, as well as a headphone holder. The cabinet can accommodate up to ten DVDs inside, and a small drawer underneath can store cables, remote controls and other accessories.

You can set this thing up next to your console or on your desk and have everything within easy reach. There are other theme options available such as Harry Potter, Fortnite or Sonic, to name a few. They all cost around $30.

Bring your projects to life with the Bambu Lab A1 mini 3D printer

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Man, I have sooo many projects that I could do with a 3D printer. This is something I've been waiting for for a while, putting it off mainly due to lack of space. But if I were to buy it right now, it would be this one: A1 Laboratory Bamboo. I have a friend who has reviewed a lot of printers and has talked about it several times. It's not too big, it's inexpensive, it's pretty quiet, and it can print in color!

Make it fly – DJI mini 4K drone

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Haven't you always wanted a drone to fly over stunning landscapes and capture amazing video? It can't be just me! This DJI mini drone It records video in 4K, which is amazing considering how your videos will turn out. Not only will your video look great, but it will also be stable thanks to the gimbal's 3-axis stabilization.

The coolest thing is that this drone is absolutely tiny. How tiny? Well, it weighs less than 249 grams and fits in the palm of your hand. Just imagine what cool vacation videos you will make.

Germs will disappear – PhoneSoap 3 phone sanitizer

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Do you know how disgusting your phone is? You touch this thing all the time, you put it anywhere without worrying, you take it with you anywhere – it's so full of germs that it can be compared to a petri dish. Well this is portable phone sanitizer offers complete disinfection using UV lamps in just 10 minutes.

You can take it anywhere as it comes with a rechargeable battery and you can charge it using a USB-A or USB-C cable. Easy please! One of them is now only $68. Just think how beneficial it will be for you, your family and all your friends. A perfect stocking filler if you ask us!