Mother’s Day is here. If you appreciate the mother figures in your life, the last thing you want to do is grab a thoughtless gift! Mother’s Day guides often focus on the generic, but they miss out on the interests of so many women. This Mother’s Day, we celebrate the mothers and mother figures who are also gamers.
Let’s not rush to generalise though, not all gamer moms are the same. There are cozy gamers, chaotic gamers, casual gamers, you name it! Instead of playing a guessing game, we asked our gamer moms from our community what they actually want this Mother’s Day and their answers might surprise you. Spoiler alert: it’s not just controllers!
Thank us later; this gift guide is your cheat code and the only gift guide you’ll need to make this Mother’s Day special for your gamer mom. This will earn you bonus points for sure.
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Cozy Comforts
Every gamer mom deserves comfort while she’s gaming and moming. This Mother’s Day, gift her something to celebrate how special she is and delight her senses.
Help her set the mood with a Cozy Gaming Candle, $23.99
Set the vibe with the perfect candle to set the cozy vibes for her gaming session.
For the Millenial mamas: Gameboy Heat Changing Coffee Mug, $15.00
The ultimate comfort gaming cup for all her hydrating needs AND it changes with heat! A classic throwback to the 90s for the gamers that grew up with some of the first handhelds
Game & Chill Blanket, $28.00
No cozy gaming session feels complete without a warm, comfy blanket!
It’s the perfect companion for a late night quest or city building.
Super Mommio T-shirt, $15.00
An adorable way for your gamer mom to show her love of games and her family!
Game Room Upgrades
Surprise her with a room makeover that makes her gaming space feel brand new. Take her gaming sanctuary to the next level with these gifts.
Power Strip Tower, $26.99
Any gamer knows that cable management is KEY and that it is very easy for chaos to unfold when it comes to cables. Help your gamer mom control the chaos with this power strip tower.
Get her a big comfy gaming chair: Razer Iskur V2 X, $299.99
Let them her melt into a big comfy chair when gaming. These are a little more pricey but they are invaluable. Show that you value her hobby-time just as much as you value her mother time. We recommend the Razer Iskur V2 X, it’s affordable and ergonomic.
Razer Kraken Kitty V3 X, $59.99
A headset that allows your gamer mom to get fully immersed in whatever game she is playing. Give her some time to shut out the rest of the world and bonus points if she’s a cat-lover.
Gamer Wall Clock, $25.95
Every game room needs decor and this wall clock is both functional and nice to look at.
Gameplay
A new game she’s been excited to play, a game to play when her day has been stressful or a game for family game night that everyone can enjoy. No surprise here that gamer moms want more games to play this Mother’s Day.
Stardew Valley Board Game, $55.92
A fan favorite that can be played with family and friends. Heads up! It can be complex at first if you’re new to Stardew Valley, but once you get into it, it’s a real good time.
Meta Quest 3S, $349.99
Sometimes a little time to escape reality is needed. Let her take a break from reality with this VR headset.
If you decide to go the gift card route, pair it with paying for her gaming subscription for 6 months to a year.
IF NOT, GIVE HER WHAT SHE REALLY WANTS
“Attention to actual needs. Does she need space? Does she need a mental break? Does she need a new controller? Does she want a new game but doesn’t feel comfortable spending money on it herself? She’s probably told you what she wants, but has anyone actually listened to her?” – Crystal
Overwhelmingly, the most requested gift from our community was uninterrupted gaming time. Not 20 minutes, not after bedtime, not after (insert any variety of responsibilities). Gamer moms want a full day of no interruptions to game freely and guilt free. A whole weekend if possible!
The DREAM Mother’s Day combo:
✔ uninterrupted gaming time
✔ favorite snacks or meals delivered
✔ a thoughtful, practical physical gift
✔ someone else handling responsibilities
✔ guilt-free relaxation
Feed her, water her, and leave her alone to game. Happy Mother’s Day!
