Shopping for a gamer and want to keep it under $50? Good news: plenty of great gifts in the hobby land right in that range. We picked one or two favorites from every corner of the store, from trading card games and miniatures to board games, plush, STEM kits, paint sets and dice, so there is something here for every kind of player.
Everything below was available when we wrote this. Prices are the current prices on our site.
For the trading card game fan
One Piece TCG Set Sail Deck (SD01) – $24.99
A great first One Piece Card Game gift. It includes two constructed decks plus DON!! cards, and each deck comes with its own guide book to help new players learn with Luffy and Ace. See more on our One Piece page.
Magic: The Gathering Secrets of Strixhaven Eerie and Lifegain Theme Decks – $34.99
Two ready-to-play Magic: The Gathering theme decks from Secrets of Strixhaven, together in one listing. A fast, focused way to start playing a new set right out of the box.
For the miniatures gamer
StarCraft Tabletop Miniatures Game: Terran Marine – $34.99
A Terran Marine unit for the StarCraft Tabletop Miniatures Game. A great add-on for anyone who already has a Terran starter, or a fun first model for a StarCraft fan. More on our StarCraft page.
Warhammer 40,000 Orks Warboss – $39.95
For the Orks player on your list. Browse more on our Orks page.
For game night
Telestrations – $25.99
The drawing-meets-telephone party game for 4 to 8 players, ages 12 and up. Easy to teach, and it always ends in laughter.
7 Wonders – $47.99
A strategy civilization game for 3 to 7 players, ages 10 and up, that plays in about 30 minutes. A great step up for families who love strategy. See more on our board games page.
For the collector who loves cute things
Pokémon 8" Holiday Pikachu Plush – $15.99
An 8-inch holiday Pikachu in a Santa hat and mittens. About as festive as a gift gets.
Club Mocchi Mocchi Kirby with Heart Mega Plush (15") – $24.99
A big 15-inch, ultra-soft Club Mocchi Mocchi Kirby holding a heart. A cuddly pick for Kirby fans of all ages. More on our plushies page.
For the young builder
Smartivity DIY Robotic Mechanical Hand – $22.99
Build a working mechanical hand with this STEM engineering kit, rated ages 8 and up. Hands-on science they can show off afterward.
Rolife Velociraptor 3D Wooden Model Kit – $29.99
A wooden 3D model kit that builds into a Velociraptor. A satisfying, screen-free project for dinosaur fans. Find more kits on our STEM page.
For the painter
The Army Painter Speedpaint Marker Starter Set – $39.99
Ten Speedpaint Markers (nine colors and one metallic) with ten replacement tips and a painting guide. A clean, low-mess way to start painting miniatures.
The Army Painter Warpaints Fanatic Starter Set – $26.49
An Army Painter Warpaints Fanatic starter set with 11 paints, a brush and a miniature to practice on. Everything a beginner needs to start painting.
For the tabletop RPG player
Gate Keeper Games Art Dice: Starry Night (7-Piece Set) – $36.99
A 7-piece painted RPG dice set inspired by Starry Night. A gorgeous gift for any D&D player's collection.
Cosmere RPG Stormlight Starter Set – $22.49
Everything a group needs to try the Cosmere Roleplaying Game set in Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight world: a 60-page rulebook, a 48-page adventure with battlemaps and tokens, six pre-generated characters and dice, including the custom Plot Die.
How to choose a gift under $50
- Know their game? Pick from that section. A starter deck or a new unit is always welcome.
- Not sure what they play? A party game like Telestrations or a plush is a safe win.
- Want to start a new hobby for them? The Speedpaint Marker Starter Set or the Cosmere RPG Starter Set has everything in one box.
Frequently asked questions
Do you ship gifts?
Yes. We ship from New Jersey, and U.S. orders over $99 ship free, so bundling two or three gifts from this list is an easy way to get there.
What if I want something even cheaper?
Check our Gifts Under $25 collection for stocking stuffers and small add-ons.
Can I get help picking?
Of course. Email help@sagaconcepts.com or stop by our store at 35 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ, and we will happily point you in the right direction.
See more ideas in the full Gifts Under $50 collection, or browse our Gifts Under $25 hub for smaller add-ons.
