Gamers are easy to shop for and easy to get wrong. The hardware is locked to an ecosystem, so a card for the wrong console is useless, and many of the best purchases are digital, a season pass, in-game currency, a subscription. Match the card to what they play on and you can't really miss.
These cover the major platforms plus the snacks and outings that go with a gaming night. Each is digital and lands in minutes, handy for a same-day gift. And through Dyme, every dollar earns Miles on any flight or hotel, so even a controller upgrade chips in toward a trip.
For the platform
XboxGames, add-ons, subscriptions, and devices across Xbox, Windows, and the Microsoft Store. No expiration date.Earns Dyme MilesShop on Dyme →02
PlayStation StoreGames, add-ons, and subscriptions on the PlayStation Store, including in-game currency.Earns Dyme MilesShop on Dyme →03
CrutchfieldHeadsets, monitors, and audio gear for upgrading the setup, from an electronics specialist.$25–$250Earns Dyme MilesShop on Dyme →For the gaming night
Dave & Buster'sArcade play, food, and drinks for a group, good at any Dave & Buster's.$5–$500Earns Dyme MilesShop on Dyme →05
DoorDashFuel for a long session, restaurant and convenience delivery plus DashPass. Never expires.$15–$500Earns Dyme MilesShop on Dyme →06
Foot LockerSneakers and streetwear from Nike, Jordan, and adidas, for the gamer who is also into kicks. No fees, no expiration.$5–$250Earns Dyme MilesShop on Dyme →07
Red RobinBurgers and bottomless fries for the post-session group dinner. No expiration date.$5–$250Earns Dyme MilesShop on Dyme →How to choose
The one thing you must get right is the platform. Buy Xbox for an Xbox or PC player and PlayStation for a PS5 player, never the reverse. If you are not sure what they own, a setup upgrade from Crutchfield or a night out at Dave & Buster's sidesteps the question entirely. DoorDash is the universal backup for any gaming session.
Frequently asked questions
What gift card is best for a gamer?＋
The right one matches their console. Xbox covers Xbox and Windows PC; the PlayStation Store covers PS5. If you do not know their platform, gear from Crutchfield or an outing at Dave & Buster's works regardless.
Can a PlayStation gift card be used on Xbox?＋
No. Console gift cards are locked to their own ecosystem, so a PlayStation card only works on PlayStation and an Xbox card only on Xbox and Windows. Confirm the platform before you buy.
What is a good amount for a gamer's gift card?＋
$25 covers a smaller game or in-game currency, $50 to $70 covers a new full release, and more goes toward hardware. You can load any amount on most of these.
What if I do not know which console they have?＋
Stick to platform-neutral picks. Crutchfield handles headsets and monitors, Dave & Buster's and Red Robin handle the night out, and DoorDash feeds the session, none of which depend on the console.
Do these gift cards earn rewards?＋
Bought through Dyme, each earns Dyme Miles, 1 per dollar and 5 per dollar during special offers, redeemable on any flight or hotel with no blackout dates.
