Our Top Picks for Gaming Gear Vetted for Performance and Style

As graduation season approaches, families are on the lookout for the ideal gift for their high school or college graduates. While classics such as books and gift cards are thoughtful choices, gaming gear represents a whole new level of gift-giving. From dynamic keyboards and immersive headsets to protective gaming backpacks, CORE Gaming offers quality gear vetted for performance and style.

“Gaming is a way for students and graduates to socialize and relax, long after they’ve embarked on their next adventure post-graduation,” explains Paul June, VP of Marketing for CORE Gaming. “Whether it’s a high-performance gaming accessory or a gaming backpack to carry and organize gear, CORE Gaming offers something for gamers of all levels.”

GAMING BACKPACKS—Gamers need to conveniently organize and transport accessories and mobile gear with peace of mind it’s protected and accessible.

Our Pick: The award-winning CORE Gaming Back carries lots of gear and looks good doing it. Three large storage sections hold gaming laptops up to 17 inches and popular gaming consoles. Interior sections are pre-wired for connecting to a mobile power bank, plus there’s an external USB 3.0 Quick-Charge compatible port. For a unique gift for gamers, check out the Special Edition CORE Gaming Backpack with White Trim, available in limited quantities.

GAMING HEADSETS—For the gamer who spends hours immersed in virtual worlds, a high-quality gaming headset is a must-have accessory.

Our Pick: LucidSound’s LS15P Wireless Gaming Headset lets gamers upgrade their audio without breaking the bank. Ultra-lightweight and comfortable, they work great with PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC. Features include intuitive quick-access audio controls, interference-free wireless connectivity, custom-tuned 50mm drivers, and a dual-mic system.

GAMING KEYBOARDS AND MICE—Gaming keyboards and mice designed to enhance performance and comfort during long gaming sessions are vital to gameplay.

Our Picks: The Cherry G84-4420 Compact-Keyboard boasts individual keys with gold crosspoint contacts. It’s designed for continuous usage, with over 20 million confirmations per key. Featuring an integrated optical trackball with two mouse buttons, it’s light, ultra-slim, and ideal for limited spaces.

The Arozzi Favo RGB Gaming Mouse is a featherweight mouse with a powerful Pixart 3389 sensor and Omron 20M switches. The honeycomb pattern provides ventilation to keep palms cool and fresh during use. It comes with RGB lighting that can be controlled directly on the mouse.

GAMING CONTROLLERS—Quality gaming controllers enhance precision, responsiveness, and comfort, elevating the gaming experience.

Our Picks: PowerA’s Enhanced Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite offers a premium gaming experience. Top features include Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, two mappable advanced gaming buttons, and superior ergonomics. Its rechargeable lithium-ion delivers up to 30 hours of game time.

The Spectra Infinity Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S is a one-of-a-kind gamepad filled with customizable features. Highlights include three light zones, an Xbox share button, a 3.5mm headset jack, a volume dial with mic mute, and a precision-tuned thumb stick.

GAMING CHAIRS—A high-quality gaming chair is the perfect gift to help graduates remain comfortable and focused during extended gaming sessions.

Our Pick: Built to last, Arozzi’s Verona Signature PU Gaming Chair sports soft, premium upholstery that’s durable and easy to clean. Its tough metal frame supports up to 290 lbs. Other highlights include adjustable height, high backrest, armrests, lumbar pillow, and swivel, tilt, and rocker functions.

GAMING DESKS—Gamers and their gear need dedicated spaces for launching gaming adventures and keeping gear organized and accessible.

Our Pick: The Arozzi Arena Fratello Curved Office/Gaming Desk is designed to optimize the gaming experience. Features include a full-surface, water-resistant, machine-washable mouse pad, cutouts for cable management and monitor attachment and sturdy steel legs.

STARTER KITS—Gaming starter bundles include budget-friendly essentials gamers need to connect with ease.

Our Pick: HyperGear’s Red Dragon “4-in-1 Gaming Kit” includes a full-sized keyboard, 6-button scroll-wheel mouse, stereo headphones, and a large gaming mousepad. Better yet, everything is designed to work together right out of the box.

MOBILE POWER—Mobile gaming is on the rise and on-the-go lifestyles require access to power off the grid to stay connected.

Our Pick: CORE Power’s 24000 mAh AC/USB Laptop Charger features a massive battery capacity that can charge up to four devices at once, including a laptop. Outputs include a 65W USB-C port and a built-in 80W AC outlet. Its slim design makes it an easy fit for carry-on bags and backpacks.

Special Offer

For a limited time, use promo code GAMEON at checkout from the CORE Gaming online store to receive 20% off CORE Gaming, Mobile Edge, Alienware, and other top brands. Some exclusions apply. Customers also get free shipping on orders for $75 or more. 

About CORE Gaming

CORE Gaming launched with the 2017 debut of the award-winning CORE Gaming Backpack, which soon became the cornerstone of CORE Gaming’s product family. This lineup of smartly designed gaming products has evolved to feature an expanded roster of CORE Gaming Backpacks and mobile power accessoriesplustop gaming desks and chairs, headsets, and controllers from partners such as Arozzi, HyperGear, LucidSound, Patriot Memory, Viper Gaming, and PowerA, among others. CORE Gaming represents performance, reliability, and style for gamers of all types and abilities around the globe—and it’s all backed by a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.