Best gaming gifts 2019: Nintendo, Xbox, PlayStation and more

Buying gifts for avid gamers this season is a little trickier than most. New models of PlayStation 4, Xbox One and other current-generation game consoles aren't expected until the 2020 holiday season and most serious game players already one at least one, if not all of the available models. There are newer, upgraded versions that are worth considering, but a better gift idea could be to explore a retro video game console or a virtual reality gaming headset (which has taken a big leap forward). Here's what we consider to be an amazing lineup of the best gaming gifts for the discerning gamer in your life. This list will be updated as new and worthwhile gaming gear hits my desk.