Father’s Day gift guide – The top choices for tech, tabletop and gaming
With Father’s Day fast approaching, now is the perfect time to be inspired by gift ideas for Dads who get a kick out of tech, gadgets, and tabletop or video games. With inclusions from video game publisher 2K Games, leading tech/peripherals brands HyperX and Elgato, and tabletop publishers Wizards of the Coast and VR Distribution, we’ve selected a great range of gear Dads are bound to love.
NBA 2K24 Kobe Bryant Edition (pre-order)
Celebrate Kobe Bryant’s legendary legacy in NBA 2K24, the latest entry in the globally renowned basketball sim. Releasing September 8, NBA 2K24 is guaranteed to be a hit with sport-loving Dads keen to build their in-game basketball careers, play among the league’s GOATs, and re-enact some of Bryant’s greatest games in ‘MAMBA MOMENTS’.
RRP: AU$89.95
Where to buy: Available for pre-order online or at local games retailers
LEGO 2K Drive: Awesome Edition
Let Dad take the wheel this Father’s Day with LEGO 2K Drive, the bricktastic racer set in a sprawling LEGO world. LEGO 2K Drive offers multiplayer madness and high-octane challenges, also allowing the more creative Dads to realise their dream of building their very own spectacular LEGO vehicles.
RRP: AU$149.95
Where to buy: Available online or at local games retailers
WWE 2K23: Deluxe Edition
Make Dad a Superstar and treat him to WWE 2K23, the latest title under the WWE 2K arcade series’ championship belt. Featuring their favourite WWE Superstars, Dads can also unleash their inner-wrestler with WWE 2K’s returning MyRISE mode, jump into the chaos of the all-new WarGames, and enjoy hours of WWE-fuelled madness in single player and multiplayer modes!
RRP: AU$149.95
Where to buy: Available online or at local games retailers
PGA TOUR 2K23
For Dads who enjoy a healthy mix of competition and R&R, PGA TOUR 2K23 is a hole-in-one this Father’s Day. Have them build their golfer’s career, playing against the pros in beautifully rendered licensed courses recreated from real tournaments. With Tiger Woods at the helm as an executive director, PGA TOUR 2K23 is a faithful recreation of one of the world’s most popular sports.
RRP: AU$90.95
Where to buy: Available online or at local games retailers
Marvel’s Midnight Suns: Enhanced Edition
Assemble a Super Hero squad with Marvel’s Midnight Suns, leading a team of legendary Marvel icons spanning The Avengers, X-Men, Runaways, and more. This Father’s Day, Dads can realise their dream of fighting alongside Iron Man, Ghost Rider, Wolverine and more, customising their abilities and building a squad powerful enough to challenge Lilith, Mother of Demons!
RRP: AU$109.95
Where to buy: Available online or at local games retailer
Ticket to Ride Europe
Ticket to Ride: Europe takes you on a new train adventure across Europe. From Edinburgh to Constantinople and from Lisbon to Moscow, you’ll visit the great cities of turn-of-the-century Europe. Like the original Ticket to Ride, the game remains elegantly simple, can be learned in 5 minutes, and appeals to both families and experienced gamers. Ticket to Ride: Europe is a complete, new game and does not require the original version.
RRP: AU$49.00
Where to buy: Kmart, Target, Amazon, Local Game Store
CATAN
In Catan (formerly The Settlers of Catan), players try to be the dominant force on the island of Catan by building settlements, cities, and roads. On each turn, dice are rolled to determine what resources the island produces. Players collect these resources (cards) – wood, grain, brick, sheep, or stone – to build up their civilizations to get to 10 victory points and win the game.
RRP: AU$49.00
Where to buy: Kmart, Target, Big W, Amazon, Local Game Store
King of Tokyo
King of Tokyo is a game for 2 to 6 players where you play as mutant monsters, rampaging robots, or even abominable aliens battling in a fun, chaotic atmosphere. Roll dice and choose your strategy: Will you attack your enemies? Heal your wounds? Improve your Monster? Stomp your path to victory! This new edition of the best-seller boasts new artwork, clearer rules, and revamped card abilities. Monsters have a new look, and the coveted Space Penguin character takes his place in Tokyo!
RRP: AU$59.00
Where to buy: Amazon, Local Game Store
The Fuzzies
The Fuzzies is a game about creating gravity-defying towers out of fuzzy little balls. You’re building a tower out of FUZZY BALLS that inexplicably stick together. It’s magic.
RRP: AU$29.00
Where to buy: Target, Amazon, Local Game Store
The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth™ Bundle
Take Dad on an adventure with The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth™, a highly-anticipated Magic: The Gathering (MTG) crossover with the most iconic fantasy series of all time. This set beautifully reimagines the sprawling world of Tolkien’s Middle-earth, featuring beloved characters, extraordinary settings and stunning artwork.
RRP: AU$119.95
Where to buy: Available at JB Hi-Fi, EB Games/ZiNG and Amazon AU
Wilds of Eldraine Bundle
Have Dad embrace the whimsy and wonder this Fathers Day in Wilds of Eldraine, the upcoming MTG set featuring fairytales with a twist! Available for pre-order now, Wilds of Eldraine launches on September 8 and is guaranteed to transport Dads through an enchanting story.
RRP: AU$45.95
Where to buy: Available for pre-order now via Amazon AU and EB Games/ZiNG
Magic: The Gathering Starter Kit 2023
Teach Dad the ropes of the world’s best trading card game with a Magic: The Gathering Starter Kit 2023. Releasing September 8 (available now for pre-order), this new starter kit provides a fun introduction to the memorable mechanics of Magic. Play 1v1 with friends and family and master two pre-built 60-card decks, Day of the Dragon and Backup Beatdown.
RRP: AU$29.95
Where to buy: Available for pre-order now via Amazon AU and EB Games/ZiNG
Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set: Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
The most recent edition of the Starter Set, Dragons of Stormwreck Isle, is a great gift for Dads keen for an introduction into Dungeons & Dragons. This set includes ready-to-play characters, an adventure book to guide beginner Dungeon Masters and players, and 6 game dice for families to begin a brand new campaign.
RRP: AU$24.95
Where to buy: Available at JB Hi-Fi, EB Games/ZING and Amazon AU
Dungeons & Dragons Core Rulebooks Gift Set
This Core Rulebooks Gift Set is the perfect way to get Dad into the world’s most popular tabletop role-playing game! Including special foil cover editions of the Player’s Handbook, Monster Manual and Dungeon Master’s Guide, alongside a Dungeon Master’s screen and slipcase, this collection is a great launch point for tabletop enthusiasts to start their first adventure.
RRP: AU$210.00
Where to buy: Available at JB Hi-Fi and Amazon AU
Cloud III
The latest addition to HyperX’s acclaimed Cloud family, the Cloud III’s comfortable memory foam will keep any dad comfortable when gaming. Dads are sure to make the most of their angled 53mm drivers which produce accurate, high quality audio. Multi-platform compatibility will make this sturdy gaming headset the only one dad needs.
RRP: AU$159.00
Where to buy: Available at your local tech retailer and Amazon AU.
Cirro Buds Pro
Spoil Dad with a new pair of true wireless earbuds this Father’s Day with the Cirro Buds Pro. Available in blue, black and tan colourways, these Bluetooth earbuds are perfect for listening to music or podcasts, catching up on tv on the train or playing on the go, and can be customised for the perfect fit with three sets of included ear tips.
RRP: AU$159.00
Where to buy: Available at your local tech retailer and Amazon AU.
Cloud Stinger 2 for PlayStation and Xbox
This budget-friendly headset is the perfect choice for console gaming Dads, providing immersive sound and handy audio controls so no in-game moment is missed. With editions officially licensed by PlayStation and Xbox, the Cloud Stinger 2 is a great gift, regardless of which console Dad has.
RRP: AU$89.00
Where to buy: Available at your local tech retailer and Amazon AU (PlayStation edition / Xbox edition).
Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless
Whether Dad works remotely or loves long gaming sessions at the desk, the Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless is the ultra-lightweight mouse he’s been looking for. Weighing just 53g, this highly responsive mouse features an impressive 8000Hz polling rate to enhance precision and up to 100 hours of battery life.
RRP: AU$149.00
Where to buy: Available at your local tech retailer and Amazon AU (black and white versions).
Stream Deck +
Give Dad ultimate control over his desk setup with the Stream Deck +, a tactile device that can be fully customised with any plugins, shortcuts or commands that he can imagine. With an in-built touch strip and programmable dials, Dad can use the Stream Deck + as an audio mixer, studio controller, or handy add-on to streamline his work and gaming space.
RRP: AU$339.00
Where to buy: Available at your local tech retailer and Amazon AU.
Wave:3 Mic + Mic Arm
Whether he’d find it useful for meetings, conference calls, streaming or gaming, the Wave:3 is a great option for Dads on the hunt for a high quality and easy-to-set-up USB mic. Featuring a cardioid polar pattern with noise rejection to ensure a crisp, clear sound, the microphone can also be purchased with Elgato’s Mic Arm (also available as a Low Profile Arm) to bolster Dad’s home office setup.
Wave:3 RRP: AU$239
Where to buy: Available at your local tech retailer and Amazon AU.
Mic Arm RRP: AU$159
Where to buy: Available at your local tech retailer and Amazon AU.
Stream Deck Pedal
For Dads looking to take the extra step toward accessibility, the Stream Deck Pedal is a fantastic choice this Father’s Day. Its three pedals can be customised for full control over apps, tools and other functions, allowing convenient hands-free commands (such as frequently used keyboard shortcuts) for a work desk, music studio, editing suite and more!
RRP: AU$129.00
Where to buy: Available at your local tech retailer and Amazon AU.
Facecam or Facecam Pro
Treat Dad to one of the top webcams on the market: Elgato’s Facecam. Offering a crystal-clear 1080p picture, easily-adjustable cinematic effects and seamless autofocus, this webcam will make Dad shine on video. If he wants to take things to the next level in 4K, the Facecam Pro is also a no-brainer.
Facecam RRP: AU$259
Where to buy: Available at your local tech retailer and Amazon AU.
Facecam Pro RRP: AU$515
Where to buy: Available at your local tech retailer and Amazon AU.
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