Gifts for gamers under $25

A small, travel-friendly game for families with younger children.

An easy-to-teach filler game for families and mixed-age groups.

A quick card game that works for family nights and for friends who do not play heavier games; the tin survives being carried around.

For a group that likes silly dexterity games at a party or family gathering; it plays in teams, so larger groups can join.

For a coffee drinker who grew up on Pokémon and would keep the tin on the counter.

For a Sonic fan's bedroom or gaming corner; a low-cost gift for kids and grown-up retro gamers.

For a Taskmaster fan or a group that likes puzzle-solving nights at home.

An easy family card game for a Mario fan, and cheap enough for a stocking.

A fast, loud game for kids and adults together; rules take about five minutes to learn.