Since its debut in the 1990s,Pokémonhas been a staple on Christmas lists, and with its ever-growing popularity, the options for what to purchase have grown as well. On the positive side, this means gift-givers have endless options when shopping, but it also means narrowing down the perfect gift for aPokémonfan can be quite a challenge.
While cards and games are great options, not everyPokémonfan enjoys the TCG side of things nor does every fan enjoy thenewPokémonvideo games. Furthermore, games can be pricey and TCG cards can be hard to come by, especially the most recent elite trainer boxes. Luckily, Pokémon has plenty to offer beyond just those few things for your favoritePokémonfan.
10Pokémon Pins Are Great For Collectors
List Price: Under $20 From Pokémon Center
For those who are looking for great stocking stuffers,Pokémon Center Exclusive Pinsare a great option. They’re incredibly versatile, with the option of being placed on bags, coats, lanyards, and more, but beyond that, they’re incredibly reasonable in price, with most being around the $15-$20 range.This is something almost everyPokémonfan is sure to appreciate and there are a plethora of options to choose from.
If the gift receiver is a fan of the original games, then the Pixel Pins showcasing the original pixel art are a great option. Meanwhile, if the gift receiver enjoys showing off their favorite Pokémon, then the gallery pins are perfect. Not every Pokémon is available as a gallery pin yet, butsome fan-favorite Pokémon, like Gengar, Dragonite, and Snorlax, are present. Worst case, if you can’t find a Pixel Pin or Gallery Pin that meets your needs, the holiday collection is a great exclusive choice as well.
9Poké Ball Tins Include Booster Packs & More
List Price: $14.99 From Pokémon Center & Other Retailers
While Booster Packs are always a great gift, thePokémon Center Poke Ball Tinstake it one step further by offering 3 random Booster Packs and 2 sticker sheets in a unique tin modeled after a Poké Ball. Not only does it add the element of surprise by having to open the Poke Ball, which can also be kept as a keepsake after opening, but it also offers a more creative way to gift booster packs that don’t force you to pick the specific pack.
Although the traditional Poké Ball design is the most obvious and likely to be appreciated by any Pokémon fan, there are variations for other types of Poke Balls as well.Each Poké Ball variant contains a different set of 3 booster packs and unique stickers, so more than one can be gifted to the same person if you grab a few different Poke Ball options.
8Pokémon Sitting Cuties Are Adorable Plushes
List Price: $16.99 From Pokémon Center
Although Pokémon fans range from plush superfans to mostly indifferent about them, you’d be hard-pressed to find one that doesn’t appreciate a display plush of their favorite Pokémon.The Pokémon Sitting Cuties plushis perfectly designed for this reason. Although not every Pokémon is available yet,there are over 800 options alreadyand the Pokémon Center is slowly adding to the collection until it is 100% complete.
Pokémon Center’s Newest Plush Is Pure Nightmare Fuel
The Pokémon Center’s latest merchandise isn’t for the faint-hearted as a notoriously creepy Pokémon is immortalized as a strangely cozy plush.
With designs that are intentionally based around them being able to sit up for display,these plushies make the perfect desk companion. Additionally, while the size of plushies ranges from small or nearly human-sized, these sitting cuties are between 5–10 inches tall, so they look great together and don’t take up too much room.
7Poké Ball Shoulder Bag Is A Must-Have Accessory
List Price: $49.99 On Pokémon Center
AlthoughPokémonoffers a lot of small shoulder bag options, most have always consisted of specific Pokémon like Jigglypuff or Eevee that not everyone is looking for. Recently, however, the PokémonCenter unveiled a new addition, which is thePoké Ball Shoulder Bag.With a classic design that suits just about anyPokémonfan, this bag is incredibly versatile.
Pokémon TCG: All Card Rarities Explained
The Pokémon Trading Card Game categorizes its cards according to a rarity scale, one which is ultimately less complex than it may first appear.
Not only is it the perfect size for carrying sitting cuties, which means you could gift it with one inside like a real Poke ball, but if your gift receiver ever engages in cosplay, this is practically essential. Convention cosplay typically offers little in the way of carrying essentials, since a bag typically breaks the theme, butthis Poke Ball design is the perfect way to combine functionality and design for anyPokémontrainer cosplay.
6Pokémon Holiday Blanket Is Warm & Cozy
List Price: $39.99 From Pokémon Center
While hoodies and sweaters are cute,Pokémonhoodies have very limited options and the sweaters can be a bit too much for those who don’t enjoy busy patterns. That being said, the perfect alternative to this is a throw blanket, which can also keep your gift receiver cozy all year long rather than just during the holiday season. For those who enjoy the holiday-specific vibe and are looking for a Christmas blanket that doubles as decor, there are plenty of winter options to choose from.
However, for those who enjoy a minimalist design that can be used year-round, something like theWinter Wonder Green Throwis perfect. Despite its name, it offers a simple green gradient design with a subtle winter Pikachu logo in the middle that isn’t too holiday-specific to work as a cozy gaming blanket all year long.
5Pokémon Scarlet & Violet + DLC Bundle Is A Great Gift
List Price: $94.99 From GameStop, Amazon, & More
Now that thePokémon Scarlet & Violet DLChas been fully released, Nintendo is offering custombundles of eitherPokémon ScarletorPokémon Violetwith the fullHidden Treasure of Area ZeroDLC. If your gift receiver has yet to pick up the game, this may be the perfect opportunity to gift them hours of enjoyment in a fully open-worldPokémongame with a unique story and a DLC that allows them to pick up not only every Pokémon generation starter but most of the Legendaries as well.
There are now physical versions of theViolet and Scarlet games that come with the full DLC included in the price, making for a nice all-in-one edition.
However, if you’re not feeling up for the full bundle, Nintendo does offer a couple of other options as well, such as just the base game if you’re not sure if they’ll want the DLC or just thePokémon Scarlet and Violet DLCif they already own the base game but have yet to pick up the DLC. Either way,mainline games are a sure way to gift something that can be enjoyed months later and alongside friends.
4Pokémon x Bear Walker Skateboards Are Really Cool
List Price: $249.99-$299.99 At Pokémon Center
Despite being one of the highest price points on this list, thePokémonx Bear Walker skateboardsare worth every penny.Not only are they stunning collectors' items, but they’re fully functional. So, whether your gift receiver has intentions of proudly displaying them among their collection or taking them for a ride, this handcrafted wooden board is sure to catch the eye ofPokémonfans everywhere and is potentially something they may not have been willing to buy themselves.
10 Coolest Exclusive Pokémon Center Bear Walker Skateboards, Ranked
With nearly forty Pokémon x Bear Walker skateboards out there, there are many options to choose from but only a few truly have the best designs.
While not every Pokémon is showcased and some of the boards have already sold out, there are still plenty to choose from at this time, including thebeloved Gen 1 Pokémonstarters or mythical Pokémon like Mew. Keep in mind, however, that while these are limited to a purchase limit of 1 or 2, many of them are limited editions with only 250 or so being sold with certificates of authenticity, so they will still likely sell out quickly and be gone for good.
3Pokémon Figurines Are Perfect For The Holidays
List Price: $9.99 and Up At Pokémon Center
Figurines have been a longstanding item for collectors of every franchise for decades andPokémonis no exception. With various options to choose from, starting with the budget-friendly Funko figures to the pricierPokémonHoliday Village Figures, there’s something for everyone. While figurines serve no purpose other than being purely display, they’re a classic way for hobbyists to showcase theirPokémoninterests without being over the top.
The entirePokémonVillage Figure collection is a great way to put a quirky spin on the classic tradition of Christmas Village displays.
On the other hand, for those who love to let theirPokémonpassion shine, something like the entirePokémonVillage Figure collection is a great way to put a quirky spin on the classic tradition of Christmas Village displays for the holidays. The options feature buildings, Pokémon, and even a train, so the customization options are endless.
2Loungefly Bags Make A Great, Cute Gift
List Price: $49.99+ From GameStop & More
If you have a Disney fanatic in your life, then it’s likely you’ve heard the name Loungefly at least once. However, Loungefly offers merchandise for many more pop-culture franchises, includingPokémon. These bags, which are typically offered as small backpacks, arethe perfect size for carrying essentials and a great alternative to a traditional purse or wallet.
Paradox Pokémon Fans Rejoice As The Pokémon Center Shows Off New Merch Dedicated To The Variants
Fans of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet’s Paradox variants will want to check out this new merchandise that celebrates the displaced pocket monsters.
Loungefly has only continued to grow in popularity with many collecting them as collector’s items themselves, so this gift will not only be well received but hold its value for years to come.The designs are unique and plentiful, so there’s bound to be one to suit the taste of even the pickiestPokémonfan. While they sell them directly on the Loungefly site, many stores, including GameStop, offerexclusivePokémonLoungefly bagsunique to their store, so it’s worth having a look around before deciding.
1Elite Trainer Boxes Are The Perfect TCG Gift
List Price: $39.99+ From Amazon, Best Buy, & More
If your gift receiver is a fan of the traditional trading card game, then it’s hard to go wrong withPokémonElite Trainer Boxes. These boxes are a complete bundle consisting of typically 10 or soBooster Packs, Card Sleeves, Damage Counters, a Flip Coin, Condition Markers, a full-art promo, and a box to keep everything in. Even though current players likely have the items mentioned in the box, every box has unique designs that are exclusive to it, so there is no other way to have these exact versions.
Pokémon TCG: Everything Included In Prismatic Evolutions' Elite Trainer Box
The latest Pokémon TCG set features a Terastalized look, and the new Elite Trainer Box will become a great addition to any Eeveelution collection.
Furthermore, if your gift receiver is not a currentPokémon TCGplayer but maybe plays online usingTCG LiveorPokémon TCG Pocketor has just always wanted to givePokémon’s card game a try, this is still a great option. Minus a player mat,these boxes contain everything someone needs to build their first deck and start playing the game, so they’re a great starting gift for a future player or collector. Keep in mind, however, that new-release boxes are difficult to obtain despite being sold in a variety of stores.
