Video Game Gifts For Adults
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag
(Ubisoft, for the PS4, PS3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PC, $59.99) Jack Sparrow's got nothing on Edward Kenway, the swashbuckling hero of this pirate romp. There are treasures buried everywhere in this version of the 18th century New World, but the real prize is the rousing ship-to-ship combat across a churning Caribbean.
Need for Speed: Rivals
(Electronic Arts, for the PS4, PS3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PC, $59.99) The latest edition of EA's street-racing franchise is packed with enough high-octane challenges to satisfy the most demanding speed freak. But the chases really get chaotic once the police get involved. And because even the cops drive Ferraris, they're thrilling no matter which side of the law you're on.
Grand Theft Auto V
(Rockstar, for the PS3, Xbox 360, $59.99) A gangbanger, a former bank robber and a psychopath cross paths in the new chapter of the blockbuster crime series. It's vicious, profane and thoroughly entertaining, as the three hoodlums bounce from one ridiculous situation to another in a stylized, ultraviolent nightmare version of Los Angeles.
The Last of Us
(Sony, for the PS3, $59.99) Twenty years after an infection decimated American society, a jaded survivor and a teenage girl set out on a cross-country journey. Their battles against mutants and other humans are nerve-racking, but the most memorable element of "The Last of Us" is the growing affection between its protagonists.
BioShock Infinite
(2K Games, for the PS3, Xbox 360, PC, $39.99) A detective explores a city floating high above the clouds in this dark satire of American "exceptionalism," the idea that the United States is inherently superior to other countries. Months after its release, players are still arguing over the meaning of its time-bending, brain-twisting plot — and marveling over its gorgeous setting and unforgettable monsters.
Video Game Gifts For Everyone
Skylanders Swap Force
(Activision, for the PS4, PS3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Wii U, $74.99) The Skylanders franchise, which combines collectible figurines with video games, is satisfying on both fronts. The toys are durable and attractive, while the games are clever and packed with a wide variety of activity. Bonus: A kid who already owns "Swap Force" will be just as thrilled to receive some new characters, which cost $10 to $15 each.
Rayman Legends
(Ubisoft, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U, PC, $59.99) This utterly beguiling cartoon adventure from France takes Rayman — an armless, legless creature who can nonetheless punch and kick with the best of them — across a hallucinatory landscape filled with tricks and traps. It has more than 100 levels to explore. Each one feels fresh and inventive.
Super Mario 3D World
(Nintendo, for the Wii U, $59.99) The beloved plumber and his pals Luigi, Princess Peach and Toad explore a sprawling environment jammed with running and jumping challenges. The major upgrade, a cat suit that lets characters crawl up walls, is essential to finding all the secret goodies hidden in the world's nooks and crannies.
The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
(Nintendo, for the Nintendo 3DS, $39.99) Link, the hero of the long-running "Zelda" series, can now flatten himself down to two dimensions. Sounds useless, but it opens up a whole range of clever spatial puzzles and elevates the 3D capabilities of Nintendo's handheld beyond mere gimmickry.
Tearaway
(Sony, for the PlayStation Vita, $39.99) The new game from the studio behind "LittleBigPlanet" takes full advantage of the hand-held Vita. You can help characters by drawing objects on the front screen. You can tap on the back of the Vita to poke holes in the papercraft settings. You can use the Vita's camera to put your own face in the sun. It's the best game yet for Sony's portable device.
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The Nightcap Lover
<a href="http://www.chapters.indigo.ca/house-and-home/gifts/whiskey-for-two/091037537133-item.html?ikwid=whiskey&ikwsec=HouseAndHome&gcs_requestid=0CIClr6yv0LoCFYoW5god_XwAAA" target="_blank">Whiskey For Two, Chapters Indigo, $34.50</a>
The Casual Guy
<a href="http://oldnavy.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=13984&vid=1&pid=920526033" target="_blank">Men's Sherpa-Lined Zip-Front Hoodie, Old Navy, $39.94</a>
The Phone Obsessed
<a href="http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/powerocks-powerocks-super-magicstick-2800mah-portable-charger-sm-pr-2ab-bl-2800-blue-sm-pr-2ab-bl-2800/10254906.aspx?path=f6fe4c7d07629d83515d473728aa6df6en02" target="_blank">Powerocks Super Magicstick 2800mAh Portable Charger, BestBuy.ca (online only), $38.99</a>
The Woods Wannabe
<a href="http://www.golftown.com/Ultimate-Putting-System-P6644.aspx#.UnkU0fm93Pp" target="_blank">HANK HANEY Ultimate Putting System, Golf Town, $49.99</a>
The Tablet Protector
<a href="http://www.fossil.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=12052&langId=-1&catalogId=25005&categoryId=366084&cm_vc=366084&pn=&productId=22449635&imagePath=MLG0250470" target="_blank">Estate Mini iPad® Sleeve, Fossil, $35 (USD)</a>
The Personalized Smoker
<a href="http://www.thingsengraved.ca/Product/jack-daniels-logo-zippo-lighter/015969-2-115" target="_blank">Jack Daniels Logo Zippo Lighter, Things Engraved, $35</a>
The 'What Are My Stats?' Friend
<a href="http://www.mec.ca/product/5025-625/nike-sensor/?No=80&h=10+50023+36&f=10+36+50023" target="_blank">NIKE SENSOR, Mountain Equipment Co-op, $24</a>
The Martinite
<a href="http://www.chapters.indigo.ca/books/George-R-R-Martins-A-Game-Of-Thrones-4-book-Boxed-Set-A-Game-Of-Thrones-A-Clash-Of-Kings-A-Storm-Of-Swords-And-A-Feast-For-Crows/9780345529053-item.html?ref=item_page:richrel:rr-carousel-small:json1" target="_blank">Game Of Thrones 4-Book Boxed Set, Chapters Indigo, $27.56</a>
The Lazy Wine Lover
<a href="http://www.homedepot.ca/product/electric-corkscrew/839323" target="_blank">KALORIK Electric Corkscrew, Home Depot, $49.99</a>
The Believer
<a href="http://shop.canada.nhl.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11451779&cp=706206&clickid=body_bestsell_txt" target="_blank">Old Time Hockey Toronto Maple Leafs Distressed Logo T-shirt, Shop NHL, $24.99</a>
The 'I Have To Catch Up First!' Man
<a href="http://www.hmv.ca/Products/Detail/720654.aspx" target="_blank">Mad Men Season 6, HMV, $34.99 (Release date: Nov. 5)</a>
The Dedicated Texter
<a href="http://store.apple.com/ca/product/HB819VC/A/moshi-digits-touchscreen-gloves-lxl" target="_blank">Moshi Digits Touchscreen Gloves, Apple Store, $29.95</a>
The Cardshark
<a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Ultimate-Poker-Chips-Wooden-Carousel/dp/B001AYE9GG/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1383747728&sr=8-12&keywords=poker+set" target="_blank">200 14 G Ultimate Poker Chips & Wooden Carousel Set, Amazon.ca, $49.99</a>
The Always Cozy Guy
<a href="http://onlineshowroom.ca/en/marshalls/giftgiving2013/category/men-in-your-life/" target="_blank">Trapper Hat, Marshalls, $49.99</a>
The 5 O'Clock Shadow Man
<a href="http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/philips-philips-7-in-1-groomer-qg3360-16-qg3360-16/10239613.aspx?path=e0d747aa1e922d3ac92fd0c71322f5a2en02" target="_blank">Philips 7-in-1 Groomer, Future Shop, $34.98</a>
The Superfan
<a href="http://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/edmonton-oilers-usb-4g-flash-drive/6000100779857" target="_blank">Edmonton Oilers USB 4G Flash Drive, Walmart, $27.99</a>
The Hef In Training
<a href="http://www.thebay.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/thebay/mens/mens-robes/waffle-knit-robe-0033-1751868--24" target="_blank">Black Brown Essentials Waffle Knit Robe, The Bay, $49</a>
The Serious-About-His-Swing Guy
<a href="http://www.golftown.com/Putting-Cradle-for-iPhone-5-P12193.aspx#.UnkVZPm93Pp" target="_blank">PING Putting Cradle (for iPhone 5), Golf Town, $29.99</a>
The Uber Organizer
<a href="http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/50089231/" target="_blank">LUNS Writing/Magnetic Board, Ikea, $24.99</a>
The Nomad
<a href="http://www.fossil.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=12052&langId=-1&catalogId=25005&categoryId=331263&cm_vc=331263&pn=&productId=22480000&imagePath=MLG0184001" target="_blank">Estate Double Zip Travel Kit, Fossil, $45 (USD)</a>
The Classic
<a href="http://www.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=1001915&vid=1&pid=770683013" target="_blank">Twill holiday plaid shirt, Gap, $49.95</a>
The Fireside Lover
<a href="http://www.thebay.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/thebay/hbc-/339-340-WL-HBC-25HBCTowelsandThrows/fleece-throw-0007-jet986--24" target="_blank">HUDSON'S BAY COMPANY COLLECTION Fleece Throw, The Bay, $40 (Sale $25)</a>
The On-The-Go Guy
<a href="http://www.littleburgundyshoes.com/ca-eng/bags/mens-bags/backpacks/96753452-homestead/29" target="_blank">HOMESTEAD, Little Burgundy, $50</a>
The 'Anywhere Can Be A Party!' Guy
<a href="http://www.futureshop.ca/en-ca/product/cyber-acoustics-cyber-acoustics-ipod-portable-speaker-dock-ca-461-ca-461/10179233.aspx?path=236dd03fc9a8e34d066143070738bcceen02" target="_blank">Cyber Acoustics iPod Portable Speaker Dock, Future Shop, 42.98</a>
The Canuck
<a href="http://www.cbcshop.ca/ProductDetail.aspx?did=18319&pid=126393" target="_blank">CBC Camera Crew Bag, CBC Shop, $39.99</a>
The Denim Lover
<a href="http://www.eddiebauer.com/catalog/product.jsp?ensembleId=39119&&categoryId=24032&categoryName=BELTS&pCategoryId=2&pCategoryName=MEN&gpCategoryId=1&gpCategoryName=EB&catPath=~~categoryId=24032~~categoryName=BELTS~~pCategoryId=2~~pCategoryName=MEN~~gpCategoryId=1~~gpCategoryName=EB&viewAll=n&pg=1&cmPathInfo=null" target="_blank">Jeans Belt, Eddie Bauer, $34.95 (USD)</a>
The Business Traveller
<a href="http://www.thebodyshop.ca/en/gifts/mens-gifts/men-essentials-kit.aspx" target="_blank">Men's Essentials Kit, The Body Shop, $30</a>
The Torch Bearer
<a href="http://www.thebay.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/thebay/hbc-/olympic-collection-mens/mens-premium-vintage-tee-0074-mhbc-1173-88--24" target="_blank">HERITAGE COLLECTION Men's Premium Vintage Tee, The Bay, $39.99</a>
The Stylish Winter Lover
<a href="http://canada.roots.com/TartanScarf/Men%27sAccessoriesHatsandScarves//14040607,default,pd.html?selectedColor=030&cgid=mensHatsAndScarves" target="_blank">Tartan Scarf, Roots, $40</a>
The Forever Fan
<a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Man-Steel-Bilingual-Blu-ray-UltraViolet/dp/B007FXPWCQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=dvd&ie=UTF8&qid=1383746604&sr=1-1&keywords=man+of+steel" target="_blank">Man of Steel, Amazon.ca, $24.99 (Release date: Nov. 12)</a>
The Griller
<a href="http://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/12-piece-bbq-tool-set/6000100602051" target="_blank">12 piece BBQ tool set, Walmart, $24.96</a>
The Careful Griller
<a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/maverick-thermometer-fork/?pkey=ctools-grill-tools-accessories&cm_src=tools-grill-tools-accessories||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_--_-#reviews" target="_blank">Thermometer Fork, Williams Sonoma, $37.70</a>
The Sleek Athlete
<a href="http://www.amazon.ca/U-S-Polo-Assn-Gun-Metal-USC80047/dp/B003DIHC0W/ref=br_lf_m_1001423571_1_15_img?ie=UTF8&m=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&s=watch&pf_rd_p=1651480422&pf_rd_s=center-3&pf_rd_t=1401&pf_rd_i=1001423571&pf_rd_m=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&pf_rd_r=0YPH1KY1V6JCBMWCKQ1P" target="_blank">U.S. Polo Assn. Men's Gun-Metal Day-Date Dial Dress Watch Black, Amazon.ca, $26.99</a>
The 'Don't Disturb Me' Commuter
<a href="http://www.thesource.ca/estore/product.aspx?language=en-CA&catalog=Online&category=JVC-Headphones&product=8010903" target="_blank">JVC Xtreme Xplosives Headphones, The Source, $49.99</a>
The Zombie (Lover)
<a href="http://www.hmv.ca/Products/Detail/711232.aspx" target="_blank">World War Z Blu-Ray, HMV, $34.99</a>
The Cash Lover
<a href="http://www.danier.com/leather-men-new-arrivals-239010251-P8153.aspx?lang=en&colour=950|666666&mc=yes" target="_blank">Wallet, Danier, $39</a>
The Basics
<a href="http://canada.roots.com/BrunswickLongSleeveT-shirt/Men%27sTopsLongsleeveTeeshirts//01041175,default,pd.html?cgid=mensLongSleeveTShirts&selectedColor=027" target="_blank">Brunswick Long Sleeve T-shirt, Roots, $42</a>
The Utilitarian
<a href="http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=1002356&vid=1&pid=687981023" target="_blank">Cole Keychain, Banana Republic, $35</a>
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