11 Best Nintendo Gifts for Switch Owners and Fans

The Nintendo Switch game console has been a smash hit in the video game world and its popularity doesn't look to slow down any time soon. The home console/handheld hybrid now boasts an impressive library of games (Animal Crossing, anyone?) with more on the way. With so much to love about the Switch, it's no wonder why fans are have been and continue to be so excited about it. Most all Switch fans, including myself, simply can't stop talking about how great the device is. And with its continued prominence comes a slew of awesome merchandise and accessories that we've laid out of the best of below. {{ data.title }} Price: {{ data.price }} Shop Now Our Review Sort Recommended Low to high High to low Price: $ – $ 11 Listed Items Price: $45.19 PowerA Nano Enhanced Wireless Controller Shop now at Amazon From Amazon One of the things that Nintendo has over its gaming competition is longevity. As a dad of a young kid, and a big Nintendo fan for 30 plus years, it melts your heart to see your little one getting completely lost in the worlds of Animal Crossing, Pokemon, and Mario. But sometimes these game controllers can be a bit too big for their little mittens.Enter the PowerA Nano Enhanced Wireless Controller. It boasts most of the same features that Nintendo’s Pro Controller does. Just in a smaller shell that may make it more accessible for younger gamers or those with smaller hands.The wireless controller has standard-sized buttons so you’re not missing out on real estate there – though they’re mappable too. It has motion controls built-in. An internal battery that will get you about 20 hours of gameplay before recharging. And the officially licensed product even comes with a drawstring pouch to keep it protected while on the go. Price: $79.99 Colored Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Controllers Shop now at Amazon From Amazon Nintendo has been consistent with its design strategy over the years. I mean, just look at these colored Joy-Con controllers for the Switch. They’ve got five vibrant color choices to choose from (along with boring gray/black but, hey, you do you).It’s always good to have a replacement controller laying around to add players or to make sure you’re covered if your existing Joy-Cons are damaged. These can be used independently in each hand or together when attached to a Joy-Con grip. They can also swap out to the main console for use in handheld mode. Price: $19.99 TalkWorks Joy Con Charging Dock Shop now at Amazon From Amazon Wireless controllers are truly great but they need to be charged periodically. Keep your Joy-Cons safe, snug, and powered with this charging dock from TalkWorks. It has the ability to charge four controllers at once (the dock doesn’t come with the controllers, naturally).The docking station features a tree-like design for easy on and off docking. LED lights at the top of the tower will indicate the status of the charge. And the docking station can be powered directly from your console as well as any USB port. Price: $146.25 SteelSeries Arctis 7 Wireless Gaming Headset Shop now at Amazon From Amazon Every gamer needs a great pair of headphones like the SteelSeries Arctis 7 Wireless Gaming Headset to keep them isolated from distractions. After all, you don’t want your kid brother ruining your chances of winning your Super Smash Bros. match, do you?This popular headset is compatible for a number of video game consoles as well as gaming PCs. The unit is equal parts comfort and great sound, and it looks sleek and stylish, too. The Arctis 7 comes in either black or a very clean white. The headset is also lightweight so fatigue won’t be an issue and the battery life will go up to 24 hours. Price: $102.81 PDP Nintendo Switch Elite Player Backpack Shop now at Amazon From Amazon Switch fans enjoy the portability of their favorite video game console. This PDP Nintendo Switch Elite Player Backpack will ensure that not only will their Switch stays portable but that they can bring along all of the necessary gear as well.Whether the Switch travels to family gatherings or hangout sessions with friends, this backpack is sleek, good-looking, and carries a massive amount of accessories. It has room for the console, cables, games, headphones, controllers, and more.The pack has internal pockets for each of the Switch items and, what’s better, each of those pockets has a screen-printed icon to indicate what’s supposed to go in it. On top of all that, the PDP Elite Player Backpack is officially licensed by Nintendo making it a fair assumption that it’s going to last a very good and long time. Price: $38.78 GuliKit 10000mAh Power Bank Shop now at Amazon From Amazon While the Nintendo Switch battery is already quite good, you can conveniently add a third-party battery such as this GuilKit 10,000mAh Power Bank to it to dramatically extend the playing time. The small power pack is mounted on a piece of clip hardware that hides out of sight very well.The charging speed is pretty great to provide an eight to twelve-hour extension with a four-hour charge. The power bank’s size is such that it hangs out on the back of the portable unit without getting in the way. It features several protection options for safety as well.The original Switch battery comes in at 4,310mAh so this 10,000mAh unit is a big step up by more than half. The GuliKit is also compatible with a number of other portable devices from tablets to iPhones to smartphones and more for extra charging punch. Price: $33.20 SanDisk 128GB Micro SDXC Memory Card Shop now at Amazon From Amazon 32GB of storage is available stock on the Nintendo Switch but we all know that gamers gotta have more than that (and you know who you are). This 128GB Micro SDXC card from SanDisk will come in really handy for storing downloadable games and other digital content.Game file sizes for the Switch vary greatly. For instance, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is over 14GB and Doom is 13.1GB. You can see right there why 32GB of file storage isn’t nearly enough for a serious gamer.A memory card is an absolute must for Switch owners right off the bat. Not thrilled with a black Micro SD card emblazoned with a Switch logo? Okay, no worries. Check out more sizes and styles in our post on 9 Best Memory Cards for Nintendo Switch HERE. Price: $14.49 AmazonBasics Grip Kit for Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Shop now at Amazon From Amazon The Joy-Con controllers that come with the Nintendo Switch can feel a little awkward to hold especially when using them for an extended period of time. It’s annoying to tap out of a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe sesh because my hand became too cramped to continue playing. Mamma mia!This AmazonBasics Grip Kit for Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers successfully convert those small Joy-Cons into a much more comfortably-sized controller. Each of these Joy-Con grip kits comes with two Joy-Con comfort grips and two extra thumbsticks.It’s typically available in blue, yellow, red, and black, however sometimes one or more of the colors sell out so you may have to check back. The AmazonBasics Grip Kit comes with a stellar price point and is one of the best (and useful) gifts for a Nintendo Switch gamer. Price: $169.00 The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Nendoroid Shop now at Amazon From Amazon Super Mario Odyssey is a great game, but don’t forget about the other amazing game that launched with the Switch: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Link is looking the best that anyone’s ever seen and since the game features such a unique aesthetic, it should be no surprise that this Nendoroid looks so incredible.A Nendroid is a fancy word that the Good Smile people use to say, “action figure”. But, man, what an action figure. This deluxe version of Link looking all adventurous comes with a horse, hood, sword, chicken leg (!), and even more accessories including two facial expressions. These Nendroids are super collectible and would look simply amazing on your gaming table. Price: $12.99 Mumba Case for Nintendo Switch Shop now at Amazon From Amazon This Mumba Case for the Nintendo Switch is a very, very good idea in order to protect that expensive hardware while out in the dark, cruel world. It’s one of our favorite cases for the Switch and there are a few reasons for that. First, it’s made of scratch-resistant polycarbonate with a shock-resistant TPU bumper.Second, it’s super easy to install (think smartphone case easy). Not only does it add protection for the delicate Switch hardware but it also provides an enhanced grip, making it easier and more comfortable to hold than just using the Switch in all its naked glory.There are three colors available: Blue, Black, and Red. The color is subtle unlike most of the Nintendo design schemes. So while you’re looking all cool like Batman, you can secretly play all the cutesy games like Animal Crossing that you want. Price: $20.00 Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild Bokoblin Stuffed Plush Shop now at Amazon From Amazon There have been many iterations of The Legend of Zelda over the years but Breath of the Wild may be the best adventure yet. Any fan can easily own a plush Link or Zelda but who’s cool enough to pick up this scary yet adorable Bokoblin direct from Ganon’s evil lair? His little piggish face can’t be anything but lovable even when scowling.The plush is roughly 8-inches tall and what the collectors call a “limited edition”. Don’t seal this away because you think it’ll be worth something on Antiques Roadshow, however. This little guy is meant to be hugged and often! Be careful, though: this Bokoblin may end up whacking you with his vicious club. What's the Best Gift for Someone Who Has a Nintendo Switch? The Switch is undoubtedly one of Nintendo's greatest successes after the somewhat unstable (and unnaturally short lifespan) of the Wii U. The video game platform is at home at...er...home and on the road due to its plug-and-play portability. So you a gift to give a Switch fan? Well, get ready to have fun. Because of the incredible popularity of the system, there are a very large number of amazing products that pair very well. The first item that any Nintendo Switch owner is going to need is a larger memory card. Games take storage and the base unit only offers up 32GB. A Micro SD card will be a very thoughtful gift. Games for the Nintendo Switch are of course very appreciated, especially (almost any!) game directly from Nintendo. Super Mario 3D All-Stars is a compilation of three older Mario games from former Nintendo systems that all make for a great cartridge. Of course, any of the above items on our list will bring a smile to a Switch fan's face as well. Cases, chargers, controllers, and the like would all enhance the playability of the Nintendo Switch. Is There a New Switch Coming Out This Year? Nintendo first released the Switch in early 2017. The company followed that first release up with two new versions in 2020 that offered better power efficiencies and a smaller form factor. These new models really didn't offer any notable improvements. According to some online reports, a newer Switch may debut in 2021 along with a stronger game lineup that takes advantage of faster hardware. New games for 2020 were a little light and it could be that Nintendo wanted to wait until the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X was released before launching their own new upgrade. Nintendo announced Metroid Prime 4 and a sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild years ago so there may be a chance those will be released this year, perhaps with enhanced graphics and play systems. Even without upgrades, the Nintendo Switch sold incredibly well in the last year. The title Animal Crossing: New Horizons was responsible for an enormous number of purchases partly due to the pandemic. In total, more than 68 million consoles have been sold as of November 2020, making it Nintendo's most successful video game console of all time.