Father's Day is fast approaching (June 18), and you're probably racking your brain for the perfect gift to honor the incredible dads in your life. Well, fear not, because we're here to be your guide through the treacherous seas of gift shopping. Whether your dad is a hardcore gamer, a tech aficionado, a sports enthusiast, or a master of all things outdoors, we've got you covered. So sit back, relax, and let us take you on a thrilling journey of gift ideas that will make your dad feel like the superhero he truly is.
TL;DR – 8 Great Father's Day Gifts
- PlayStation Classic (Official) – $99.00
- Skullcandy Smokin’ Buds True Wireless Earbuds – $19.99
- Tears of the Kingdom Logo – Black T-Shirt – $24.99
- Assassin's Creed Orlog Dice Game – $39.99
- Anker 737 Power Bank (PowerCore 24K) – $119.99
- JSAUX Carrying Case for Steam Deck – $45.99
- Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge: The Official Black Spire Outpost Cookbook – $19.25
- The Jacket Maker – Leather Jackets
IGN's Top Father's Day Gift Ideas for 2023
To give it an extra personal touch, we've asked around a slew of IGN staff members to get their top recommendations for Father's Day – and this is what they managed to work up together! From premium LEGO collections like the new PACMAN Arcade set releasing soon, to some extremely cool whisky-chilling stones, IGN staff have managed to land a wonderfully varied selection of gifts for Father's Day.
Best Nostalgia GiftPlayStation Classic (Official) Includes 20 preloaded games like Final Fantasy Vll, Jumping Flash, Ridge Racer Type 4, Tekken 3, Wild Arms, and more.$99.00
Best Premium GiftLEGO PAC-MAN Arcade Coming Soon on June 4, 2023.$269.99
Best Beer GiftStarter Beer Box – Craft Beer Kings Consider the Beer Subscription as well!$39.99
Best Affordable GiftGrey Beverage Chilling Stones x9 Great affordable gift for whisky connoisseurs.60% off $19.99$7.99
Best Unique GiftGovee Envisual TV LED Backlights with Camera Enhance the living room setup with these backlights.11% off $89.99$79.99
This PlayStation Bundle is the Ultimate Father's Day Gift
Here’s good news for Dads in the market for a PS5: the God of War Ragnarok bundle is currently on sale for the lowest price yet. You can pick up the PS5/God of War bundle for $499 at all the major retailers right now. The deal is part of PlayStation’s Days of Play sale, running now through June 12.
PlayStation 5 + God of War: Ragnarok Bundle 11% off $559.99$499.00
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Best Father's Day Gifts Under $30
You don't need to spend hundreds to show your gratitude to the dads! Here's our great selection of awesome Father's Day gifts that are all under $30. Any gamer dads out there with a Switch, Steam Deck, or ROG Ally will love these new Skullcandy Smokin’ Buds True Wireless Earbuds. You can't go wrong here, with up to 20hrs of battery life, costing just under $20, and they're environmentally conscious as well.
SkullcandySmokin’ Buds True Wireless Earbuds Great for Steam Deck or Switch! Made with 50% certified recycled plastics, 100% recyclable packaging.$19.99
Elden RingRaging Wolf Collectible Mini Figure $29.99
Star WarsThe Mandalorian & Grogu Best Father's Day T-Shirt Sizes available S-5XL.$19.99
Coffee On The GoZojirushi Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Mug $26.99
Best Premium Father's Day Gifts
If you're looking to go that extra mile and show Dad just how much he means to you, then you should absolutely consider some of these more premium gift selections. Our top pick for the 2023 premium Father's Day Gift is definitely the latest leather jackets (with custom fitting available) from The Jacket Maker. Reasonably priced, impeccable quality, and made with real leather, these are sure to put a smile on Dad's face. Come ready with his measurements and you can even get the jacket custom fit so it sits just right. You could even go for this Ionic Light Brown Jacket so he's got the Todd Howard look 100% down.
100% Real LeatherThe Jacket Maker – Leather Jackets
Best Gifts for Switch or Steam Deck Lovers
We all love a dad that has his Steam Deck or Switch permanently attached at the hip, so why not give him the gift of even more convenience while he games? A dependable portable power bank is your best bet, as some of the cheaper versions can lack the significant oomph that you really need to charge your portable devices. For more power bank suggestions, we'd recommended checking out the best Steam Deck power banks, or the best portable chaergs in 2023. Otherwise, we've left a few other portable-themed gift ideas just below as well.
Perfect Power BankAnker 737 Power Bank (PowerCore 24K) Will charge Steam Deck, Laptops, Switch (most likely all at the same time).25% off $159.99$119.99
UGREEN Steam Deck Dock 6-in-1 USB C Docking Station$44.99
JSAUX ModCase for Steam Deck $29.99
DBRAND Switch OLED Tempered Glass Screen Protector $19.99
- DBRAND Steam Deck Skins – $29.95
- DBRAND Steam Deck Screen Protector – $24.95
- BACKBONE One Mobile Gaming Controller for iPhone – $99.00
- JSAUX Carrying Case for Steam Deck – $45.99
- JSAUX 2-Pack Steam Deck Screen Protector – $14.95
- Elecjet PowerPie P20 45W Power Bank – $72.99
- Steam Deck + Switch Carry Case Bag – $34.95
Best Father's Day Tech Gifts
If your dad is a tech enthusiast, you're in luck. This year, let's skip the cliché ties and socks and dive straight into some cutting-edge tech. Whether dad is a gadget guru, a DIY enthusiast, or simply loves to stay ahead of the digital curve, here's a great collection of the best tech gifts that will make his Father's Day truly unforgettable.
ASUS ROG Ally Out June 13.$699.99
Ember – Temperature Control Smart Mug $149.99
Nixplay 10.1 inch Touch Screen Digital Picture Frame with WiFi $139.99
Ticwatch Pro 5 Android Smartwatch $349.99
- Tile Mate 1-Pack – $24.99
- Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Premium Noise Canceling Overhead Headphones – $278.00
Best Zelda-Themed Father's Day Gift Ideas
Tears of the Kingdom is the big game out at the moment, and we can almost guarantee there are a whole lot of gamer dads out there who are reaching for the Switch at any given moment. It's tough to cover all things Zelda-related here, so we've also got an even more extensive Zelda gift guide for you to check out if needed.
If the Dads in your life are currently Zelda-obsessed, then we've got good news, as we've found some essential Zelda gifts to consider for Father's Day. This includes the Zelda Master Sword to put up on their shelf, a Game & Watch with three classic Legend of Zelda games on it, and even some awesome Tears of the Kingdom shirts to wear while exploring Hyrule!
Hyrule Crest Green – Nintendo Natural T-Shirt One of our most popular shirts available!$24.99
Blade of Evil's BaneThe Master Sword (The Legend of Zelda) We all wanted one as a kid, now make his dream come true.$31.99
- Tears of the Kingdom Logo – Nintendo Black T-Shirt – $24.99
- Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda – $49.99
- New PowerA Switch Controller – Zelda Edition – $44.99
- Link (Tears of the Kingdom) amiibo – $15.99
- Switch OLED – Tears of the Kingdom Edition – $359.99
Best Unique Father's Day Gifts
Whether your dad has a taste for the unconventional, a love for the extraordinary, or an appreciation for the offbeat, we've curated a selection of one-of-a-kind gifts that will leave him speechless.
The Original Toilet Night Light Lights up when you enter the room.$11.99
PhoneSoap Pro UV Smart Phone Sanitizer + Charger Box $119.95
DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver, Power Tool Combo Kit with 2 Batteries 36% off $249.99$159.00
YETI Rambler 20 oz Travel Mug $38.00
Best Assassin's Creed-Themed Father's Day Gift Ideas
Dad's often take after a lot of the vikings as seen in Assassin's Creed Valhalla, big, burly, hairy, but really are just big softies. AC is big with the gamer dads, so we've made special effort to find some awesome Creed-themed gifts to check out before Father's Day. Just like Zelda, we've also got a dedicated gift guide to Assassin's Creed if you're looking for a few more options!
Assassin's Creed Orlog Dice Game $39.99
Ezio Auditore Nendoroid – Assassin's Creed II $74.99
Nemesis NowOfficially Licensed Assassins Creed Valhalla Tankard $47.99
- Assassin's Creed 3 Tomahawk – Connor's Heavy Axe – $39.75
- Assassins Creed Officially Licensed Infinity Light – $39.99
Best Star Wars Gift Ideas for Father's Day
These are the very best Star Wars gift ideas we've handpicked in 2023. Highlights include Star Wars Jedi Survivor, the impressive Stars War Black Series figures, and the incredibly popular R2-D2 Tamagotchi set. Check them out below, or have a browse through our full Star Wars merch and gift guide here.
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge: The Official Black Spire Outpost Cookbook $19.25
Bandai America – Star Wars: R2-D2 Tamagotchi 40% off $19.99$11.99
Star Wars: The Black Series The Mandalorian, Ahsoka Tano & Grogu Toy 6-Inch-Scale $64.99
Star Wars Vintage Graphic T-Shirt $14.99
- Funko Pop! Star Wars: Return of The Jedi 40th Anniversary, C-3PO in Chair – $12.99
- LEGO Star Wars The Razor Crest 75331 UCS Set – $599.99
- Star Wars The Black Series Phase II Clone Trooper Premium Electronic Helmet – $131.99
- LEGO Star Wars: A New Hope OBI-Wan’s Hut 75270 – $42.99
- Funko Pop! Star Wars: The Mandalorian (Din Djarrin) Holding The Child (Grogu) – $8.99
- Star Wars Jedi Survivor – $69.99
Best Sport and Outdoor Father's Day Gifts
Whether your dad is a die-hard fan, a weekend warrior, or a sports trivia aficionado, we've got the perfect lineup of gifts to fuel his passion for the game and the outdoors in general.
TRIBE Water Resistant Cell Phone Armband Case Running Holder Great for runner dads.50% off $29.99$14.98
Under Armour Men's Tech Golf Polo Great for golfer dads.$36.85
Sports Gym Bag with Wet Pocket & Shoes Compartment Great for gym dads.$16.99
Igloo BMX 52 Quart Cooler with Cool Riser Technology Great for tailgating BBQ dads.28% off $169.99$119.99
Best Guardians of the Galaxy-Themed Father's Day Gifts
"He may have been your father, boy, but he wasn’t your daddy." Below, you can find some of our personal favorite gift ideas. The latest Awesome Mix for Vol. 3 has some excellent songs on it — from the acoustic version of Creep by Radiohead to the Beastie Boys' No Sleep Till Brooklyn — and the Nerf Quad Blaster and Adam Warlock figure are great pick-ups for those interested in toys and collectibles.
Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3: Awesome Mix Vol. 3 [2 LP] Vinyl 28% off $34.98$24.99
Marvel Studios' Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 3 Nerf Star-Lord Quad Blaster $24.99
Adam Warlock Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 3 6-Inch Action Figure $24.99
- Guardians of the Galaxy By Al Ewing – $44.27
- Marvel Guardians of the Galaxy The Ultimate Guide New Edition – $23.94
- Guardians of the Galaxy 1 – $18.00
- MARVEL-VERSE: GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY – $9.97
Father's Day Gift Guides
That's all we've got for now, but there's also a whole slew of other gaming and pop culture related gift guides available on IGN if you're looking for even more ideas. From Spider-Man to Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars, Stranger Things, and more, we've got you covered when it comes to gift ideas and the very best merch available in 2023.
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- The Best Assassin's Creed Father's Day Gift Ideas
- The Best Legend of Zelda Father's Day Gift Ideas
Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.