Everybody has that one friend in their life who is a complete tabletop RPG nerd. The world of D&D can often feel completely impenetrable with all its lore and lingo. If you want to get one of these friends a gift, it can be a bit of a daunting task wading through all this. Which is why we’ve compiled this super helpful gift guide. All of our top picks for D&D gifts are in here, so you don’t need to feel confused about whether or not the D&D fan in your life would like any of this. We promise you they will. We also get it, you’re busy. There is a wealth of D&D gifts listed just down below, but if you just want the super duper short version, then take a look at this list here. TL;DR – Must-Have D&D Gifts of 2023Jump ToThe Best D&D Gifts Under $50The world of D&D has blown up in popularity recently. Popular as it may be, it remains a particularly expensive hobby. What with base games and expansion packs and lore books and all that jazz. So, if you’re working on a budget, these are our favorite D&D items going for less than $50 right now. Dragon of Stormwreck Isle D&D Starter Set For those who’ve never played, this box has everything you need to get started for under $20! It includes the basic rules for all players along with dice, character sheets, and a dungeon master’s guide to the latest introductory adventure.See on Amazon Mimic Plush While the “real” ones are sticky and will almost assuredly eat you, this adorable take on the shapeshifting monster will stay the same super-cute shape and (probably) not try to eat you.See on Amazon Beholder Plush How? How is this thing so cute?? It’s a psychic monster from another dimension that is literally made out of eyeballs. Yet it’s adorable.See on Amazon Hero ForgeHero Forge (Gift Cards) When it comes to custom minis, there’s no beating Hero Forge. There are hundreds of options for everything from your character’s species to their gear, armor, and facial expressions – and printed minis start at $20!See on Hero Forge Spellbook Cards Holder Whether you’re a first-level Cleric or a 12th-level Wizard, keeping track of all your spells cards can be a chore! This handy spell card holder helps to keep all your spells where you want them.See on Amazon Goblin Warband This simple set of 6 minis is a perfect gift for new DMs running lower-level adventures. After all, what adventuring party worth its salt doesn’t start out facing off against these mischievous monsters?See on Amazon Icons of the Realms Mini Booster Box These randomized packs of minis from WizKids contain 3 or 4 figures sized small, medium, and giant. We especially recommend the Boneyard set and Fangs & Talons for DMs looking for versatile minis that can be used in almost any campaign.See on Amazon Pastel D&D Logo T-Shirt We’ve got tons of D&D merch in the IGN Store, but this one is our favorite. The colorful crest will let any fellow adventurers know you’re ready to join their quest.See on the IGN store Dungeons & Dragons & Diners & Drive-Ins & Dives T-Shirt Escape from Flavortown! We’re not sure whether this mashup of fandoms is the of the best or worst variety – but if you’re shopping for a D&D fan who appreciates great barbecue. this is the shirt for them!See on TeePublic Best D&D Books & Adventures of 2023A D&D fanatic will never turn down the opporutnity to their hands on a new book. This is true whether they’re starting their first ever campaign, becoming a games master, or ending their tenth campaign of the year. This year’s releases have been great. They’ve sent players to space, the astral planes, and they’ve widened the scope of fan-favorite settings. There is also a whole new book of monsters with updates rules. D&D Rules Expansion Gift Set A must-have for 5th Edition DMs and a great addition to any player’s compendium, this three-book collection includes loads of new optional rules, tools, player options, spells, monsters, and more.See on Amazon D&D Core Rulebooks Gift Set The foundation of any D&D library, this three-book set includes the Player’s Handbook, Dungeon Master’s Guide, and the Monster Manual. Everything you need to create and run infinite adventures in your own unique worlds!See on Amazon D&D Starter Set (2022 Edition) Everything you need to get started playing D&D in one easy kit! This set includes the basic rules for all players, along with dice, character sheets, and a dungeon master’s guide to the latest introductory adventure, Dragons of Stormwreck Isle.See on Amazon Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything If the full expansion set isn’t for you, this is the one book we consider a must-have when it comes to adding extra official options into your game. It features additional character options, optional rules, new magic items, and DM tools.See on Amazon Spelljammer: Adventures in Space Take to the stars in this new take on the classic D&D setting from second edition! This three-book set includes a player’s guide, sci-fi specific bestiary, a full adventure module, and a Spelljammer-specific DM screen.See on Amazon Journeys Through the Radiant Citadel Radiant Citadel is a collection of 13 short stand-alone D&D adventures (which can be tied together) for characters level 1–14 across a rich and varied collection of culturally-inspired stories in magical lands.See on Amazon Monsters of the Multiverse A massive overhaul to the D&D bestiary, this book contains 30+ playable species and updated stats and lore for more than 250 monsters.See on Amazon Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen The classic setting returns in this combination adventure/sourcebook full of new challenges for your table. Heroes will explore the world and politics of Krynn, even take command of its armies as the Dragon Army marches to overthrow the realm.See on Amazon Critical Role: Call of the Netherdeep If you’re shopping for a Critical Role fan or someone who wants to explore a new fantasy setting, Call of the Netherdeep is a great sourcebook/adventure for any D&D fan.See on Amazon Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos This combo sourcebook and adventure modules casts players at students at the most prestigious magical academy in the Magic: The Gathering universe. Of course, if you want to develop your own school of witchcraft and wizardry, there are rules for that too!See on Amazon Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft If horror is how you prefer to flavor your fantasy, Van Richten’s Guide is an excellent compilation of character options, DM tools, and setting/adventure ideas for RPG groups who want scares as much as they want stories.See on Amazon Back to topOther Awesome Tabletop RPGsD&D is the oldest and most well known tabletop RPG out there, but it is far from the only one. The tabletop RPG fan that you know might be getting a little bit bored of playing D&D over and over again, so check out these excellent alternatives. The Cyberpunk tabletop game is our top pick, it’s a great way to delve into the Cyberpunk universe. R. Talsorian GamesCyberpunk 2020 / Cyberpunk RED The inspiration for the infamous Cyberpunk 2077, this collection of RPGs set in a dystopian alternate future will give you a whole new perspective on Night City and its memorable cast of characters.See on R. Talsorian Games The Witcher TTRPG Tell your own stories in the dark fantasy world of CD Projekt Red’s massively popular video games, with deadly stakes and intense tactical combat.See on R. Talsorian Games The Witcher: Expanded Reading Whether you’re looking for adventures set on The Continent or a bevvy of monstrous foes to throw at your players, these books expand the rules and lore of The Witcher, with the only boundary being your imagination.See on R. Talsorian Games Evil Hat RPGs Whether you’re looking to play as a group of scheming assassins, teen monster hunters in their small town, sword-wielding walking thirst traps, or to create your own worlds and systems entirely, Evil Hat Productions has a suite of RPGs for any game group.See on Evil Hat Games Paizo, Inc.Pathfinder: Beginner Box A simple yet comprehensive introduction to the latest edition of Pathfinder, complete with character sheets, rules, a starting adventure, and tabletop figures.See on Amazon Pathfinder: Kingmaker – The Complete Adventure One of Pathfinder’s most beloved adventures has been updated to Second Edition and compiled into one massive adventure tome. See on Amazon Pathfinder: The Dark Archive Dive into the world of the supernatural in this sourcebook for PF2. This hardcover tome includes two new player classes along with a suite of other options, as well as GM tools and rules for paranormal adventures.See on Amazon Pathfinder: Impossible Lands Expand your adventures across the world of Golarion with this sourcebook for the Impossible Lands, a region long fractured by a magical war between archmages. See on Amazon Lasers & Feelings From the co-author of Blades in the Dark, Lasers & Feelings might be the simplest RPG system ever, using only two stats. It’s a great choice for one shots and small groups who want a lot of narrative options without a ton of rules.See on itch.io Ten Candles Ten Candles is an indie RPG about the last hours in the lives of a group of survivors of a sunless apocalypse. It’s designed for each game to be a one-shot, and perfect for those looking for a more intimate horror experience at their tables.See on Cavalry Games Fiasco Fiasco is a GM-less RPG for 3-6 players about poorly planned and bungled schemes. It’s designers say it best: “it’s like making your own Coen brothers movie, in about the same amount of time it’d take to watch one.”See It Paizo, Inc.Starfinder: Beginner Box Want a little science in your fantasy? Starfinder is perfect for players who want to battle monstrous aliens in space with laser swords, but don’t want to go full Star Wars.See on Amazon Paizo, Inc.Starfinder: Dead Suns – The Complete Adventure The first published Starfinder adventure path has been republished in this hardcover collection. A great introduction for new players or a fresh campaign for an existing party, Dead Suns is a great sci-fantasy adventure.See on Amazon World of Darkness RPGs Vampires, werewolves, and ghosts, oh my! The infamous World of Darkness RPGs let players craft their own tales of horror and intrigue amid the secret ancient rivalries of our modern world.See on Amazon Star Wars: The Roleplaying Game This limited edition reprint of the 1987 rule and sourcebooks for Star Wars: TRPG can be hard to find, but is a great gift for any explorer of that galaxy far, far away.See on Thriftbooks Dishonored: The Tabletop RPG This tabletop adaptation of Arkane’s exceptional stealth-action games uses a smart d20 system and provides a ton of additional insight into the world and lore of the Dishonored universe.See on Amazon The Expanse: The Roleplaying Game Create your own adventures in the world of the popular sci-fi novels and series of the same name. A combination of political intrigue, dystopian rebellion, and classic space opera, The Expanse is a marvelous world to explore in RPG form.See It Of course, if you don’t see anything here, our favorite thing to reccommend is that you pay a visit to your friendly local gaming store! They’ll almost definitely be able to help you find the game that’s right for you.Best D&D/RPG Accessories of 2023Playing D&D requires you to have a few bits of extra stuff. You’ve probably already got the dice, some character sheets, and some minis. But the world of D&D accessories doesn’t stop there. There are so many useful (or just plain dope) accessories out there that make your game so much more fun to play. A Custom GM Screen A custom DM screens is a great gift for DMs or to immortalize the adventures of the whole party – and there are plenty of options that won’t break the bank.See on Etsy Enhance Gaming: RPG Adventurer’s Bag This handsome travel case is a must-have for DM’s on the go. It fits 4-8 books in its main pouch and has additional pockets for dice, notebooks, a carry strap for maps, and even a dedicated foam-lined compartment for mini figures. See on Amazon Enhance Gaming: All-in-One RPG Character Organizer With enough space for their player’s handbook, dice, notepads, and a whole party’s worth of minis, and a dry-erase character sheet insert, this binder is a great gift for anyone heading to a friend’s house for game night.See on Amazon Chessex Reversible Battlemat The classic DIY dungeon mat. This 36×48” vinyl mat features a one-inch grid of squares on one side and hexagonal tiles on the other, and can be infinitely redrawn using wet-erase markers.See on Amazon D&D Campaign Case: Creatures & Terrain If miniatures and 3D terrain aren’t the right fit for your table, these are a great 2D alternative. The Creature Case features 64 configurable monster tokens while the Terrain case has 30 interlocking tiles to create dungeon, city and woodland scenes.See on Amazon D&D Spell Cards Whether you’re a first-level Cleric or a 12th-level Wizard, keeping track of all your spells can be a chore! These handy spell cards contain all the official spells for each class in one handy deck.See on Amazon D&D Magic Item Flash Cards When searching for ancient treasures, magic items are bound to pop up evenutally. These cards are a great way for DMs to keep track of who in their party has what, or to hand to a player when they find a new piece of special gear.See on Amazon D&D Monster Flash Cards These monster cards are a great gift for DMs who might need help keeping track of all the creatures they throw at their party, with all of their stats and abilities in one spot.See on Amazon Custom Character Art Commissioning an artist to bring character concepts to life is a great gift for any player, DM, or an entire party – and there’s no shortage of excellent artists available across the internet able to meet any budget!See on Etsy Pocket Spellbooks Perfect for the spellcaster in your party, these pocket-sized card holders are great for helping keep track of spells, magic items, or other ability cards.See on Amazon The Master’s Atlas: Reversible Map Tiles A slightly more curated take on the battle mat, these blank tiles can be arranged as needed to create rooms, tunnels, alleys, and more. The set is wet/dry eraser-friendly, and comes with additional tokens to indicate light, treasure, and more.See on Amazon The Ultimate RPG Character Backstory Book Whether your gift-getter is a player looking for new ideas or a DM with a whole cast of characters to fill, this is a great set of activities and prompts to creating characters with interesting backstories for your RPG.See on Amazon NEW DICE! So many dice. Maybe too many ? No, there are never enough. A new set of RPG dice is both one of the simplest and best gifts to give the tabletop roleplayer in your life. DnDdice.com has a great selection of basic sets, cool unique designs, or – for the true dice goblins among you – dice by the pound.See on D&D Dice.com Dice Jail For when you can’t roll above a 3, this tiny wooden cell will serve as a good reminder to your – and the party’s – dice that there are consequences for failure.See on Amazon Dice Tower Guarantee a perfectly randomized roll in style with this fancy 3D-printed dice tower from Auspdice.See on Amazon Combination Coaster / Dice Tray When the gang is getting together for game night, table space is at a premium. These coasters from C4 Labs fit not only your adventurer’s drink of choice but also a full set of polyhedral dice.See on Etsy Back to topBest D&D Minis of 2023Come on now, we can all admit that one of the biggest allures of the tabletop RPG is the immersion factor. No matter which RPG you’re playing, your hero is going to end up in some form of combat. And while this is fun enough to play it out in your own head using your imagination; it’s even more fun to bust out the minifigs. It’s a great way to make your game feel more real and personal. These minis will make a god-tier gift for any RPG nerd.WizKids’ Icons of the Realms This line of pre-painted plastic miniatures recreates hundreds of D&D creatures and characters in 28mm scale. See them all here, or check out our favorite sets below.See on Amazon IotR: The Boneyard This run of minis features some of the most fearsome and terrifying creatures you could ever throw at your players, from zombies and wraiths to monstrous demon lords. Each box comes with four random minis, any of which are a great addition to a DM’s kit.See on Amazon Goblin Warband This simple set of 6 minis is a perfect gift for new DMs running lower-level adventures. After all, what adventuring party worth its salt doesn’t start out facing off against these mischievous monsters?See on Amazon IotR: Fangs & Talons While the Boneyard is all about monsters, the Fangs & Talons series is all about the dangerous beasts your party is likely to encounter while wandering the wilds. These can be purchased in a single randomized box or a brick of eight booster boxes.See on Amazon D&D Classics Collection: Monsters A-C This unique set of minis features eight classic D&D monsters as they were initially designed in the first edition of the Monster Manual back in 1977. A great pick for longtime fans, or DMs who just want an extra creepy Beholder.See on Amazon Critical Role Miniatures These minis based on the wildly popular Critical Role actual play series are great for fans of the show or simply DMs and players who want to expand their collection with unique monsters and creative characters.See on Amazon Warlock Tiles Modular Terrain What’s a tactical mini battle without terrain? Warlock Tile sets let players design their own dungeon with a series of interlocking modular tiles. The line has options for everything from underground caves and dungeons to taverns and town squares.See on Amazon Pathfinder Battles These minis inspired by Paizo’s fantasy RPG are great additions for both game masters running PF2 or anyone looking to expand their arsenal of creatively-designed monsters to face down their adventurers.See on Amazon Hero Forge (Gift Cards) When it comes to custom minis, there’s no beating Hero Forge. There are hundreds of options for everything from your character’s species to their gear, armor, and facial expression – there’s even a color scheme option so you can get them pre-painted.See on Hero Forge Nolzur’s Marvelous Minis (Unpainted) The Nolzur’s line from WizKids offers a wide variety of official D&D characters, sculpted in great detail and ready to be painted and customized to fit whatever fantastical vision you may have.See on Amazon Reaper Miniatures If you’re looking for alternative character designs from D&D or Pathfinder, Reaper Minis boasts a variety of figures that will fit your campaign (and your budget) regardless of genre.See on Amazon WizKids’ Frameworks WizKid’s Frameworks series offers the same high-detail unpainted miniatures you’ll find in Nolzur’s, but include alternate parts and accessories to let you customize each mini to your liking.See on Amazon Best D&D Gear and Apparel of 2023It’s time to start repping your tabletop RPG gaming experience. If you want to show off your love for the game, then make sure to grab one of these pieces of D&D themed clothing. These would make a great gift for anyone (or even for yourself, if you’re here looking to treat yourself). Official D&D Merch From T-shirts to workout gear and pajamas, the official D&D store on Amazon has just about any sort of real-world adventuring gear you might want.See It Dungeons & Dragons & Diners & Drive-Ins & Dives T-Shirt Escape from Flavortown! I’ve had this shirt for 3 years and never worn it without having someone ask me where I got it, so here you go.See on TeePublic Mimic Plush While the “real” ones are sticky and will almost assuredly eat you, this adorable take on the shapeshifting monster will stay the same super-cute shape and (probably) not try to eat you.See on Amazon Beholder Plush How? How is this thing so cute?? It’s a psychic monster from another dimension that is literally made out of eyeballs. Yet it’s adorable.See on Amazon Owlbear Plush A decidedly cuter beast than you’d encounter in the wilds of Faerun, this cuddly creature is a must for any fan of D&D who’s young at heart or a literal child.See on Amazon Dungeon Map Necktie Sure, you can find ties with d20s or dragons on them, but while at a distance this tie from Wolfish Threads appears to be a simple grayscale pattern, up close it reveals a full dungeon map.See on Etsy Customizable d20 Dragon Pendant This adorable little wyvern clutches tight to a d20, and comes available in a wide variety of colors and styles.See on Amazon d20 Cufflinks For more formal occasions, consider these d20 cufflinks to pair with your finest cloak or tunic.See on Amazon Back to topBest Online D&D Gifts of 2023Growing up sucks a bit, doesn’t it? It can be super hard to get all of your old D&D crew together round a table like the good old days. But you can get close enough by playing the game online. D&D Beyond With it’s recent acquisition by WotC, D&D Beyond is almost a must-have if you play D&D online. You can’t (yet) gift people subscriptions, but you can gift items in its marketplace – or just offer to pay their subscription fees for however long you’d like!See on D&D Beyond Roll20 Plus/Pro Roll20 is a browser-based virtual tabletop, and while it isn’t perfect it’s one of the most accessible VTTs available. Paid subscriptions unlock features like dynamic lighting and early access to new content, along with access to unique tokens and maps.See on Roll20 Drive-Thru RPG / DM’s Guild Gift Cards Whether you want to find .pdfs of obscure indie RPGs or purchase full modules direct from the D&D team complete with maps and tokens, DTRPG is a great resource for those who primarily play online.See on DriveThruRPG.com TaleSpire Tale Spire is a fully 3D virtual playspace that lets you build your own sets and create custom tokens and miniatures. You can even import your character models from HeroForge!See on Steam Back to topCoolest Luxury D&D Items of 2023So we know we’ve had some sections in this guide about cool D&D themed extras, but these are the absolutely creme de la creme. D&D has been around for a very long time, which has lead to a huge amount of quirky and ridiculous themes items making it to the marketplace. ‘Prohphecy’ Modular Gaming Table Any furniture specifically made for gaming as a big splurge, but this modular gaming table starts at $1,000 and already has an 8-month waitlist. That said, it’s versatile construction and custom finishes make it a beautiful centerpiece for any home.See on Wyrmwood Gaming Wyrmwood Dice Vaults & Trays The wooden cases store your dice in style, while the leather-lined trays are the envy of every other roller at your table (unless you have enough to share). More affordable options start at $35, with the pricier gear ranging all the way up to $400.See on Wyrmwood Gaming Artisan Dice Starting at $27 for a single d20 and going high as $2,800, these handcrafted dice are a luxury gift on our list like few others, whether you’re looking for dice carved from wood or stone, forged in steel, or even chiseled out of human bone (pictured).See on Artisan Dice Diamond D20 Ring Nothing says “I love you, you nerd,” like diamonds – unless, of course, your beloved doesn’t buy into the whole diamonds thing and something else would say it better. But if diamonds are their heart’s desire, consider these rings by Grace Alchemy on Etsy.See on Etsy Custom-Painted Miniatures Whether you want someone to paint just one particularly detailed monster or an entire Warhammer 40K army, there’s a legion of talented painters who can either add an extra layer of vibrance or just take care of the heavy lifting for you.See on Etsy Mind Flayer Trophy Plaque Whether your party recently defeated a nest of illithids or you just want to add to the “Adventurer’s Tavern” vibe of your home, this faux hunter’s trophy is a grisly yet gorgeous addition to any D&D fan’s wall.See on Amazon Gargantuan Tiamat “Mini” At over 14″ tall with a wingspan of 28″ it seems odd to call this massive figure of the famed Dragon Queen a “mini” – but she’ll undoubtedly make for an awesome (in both the cool and horrifying sense) sight when she lands in front of your players’ minis.See on Amazon See More Amazing Holiday Gift Ideas for 2023For an even broader spectrum of holiday gift ideas that cater to various tastes and preferences, we invite you to peruse our handpicked collection of the finest Marvel gifts, perfect for the superhero enthusiasts in your life. Additionally, if you’re looking to satisfy the gaming cravings of your loved ones, our extensive compilation of the best Switch gifts is sure to offer some fantastic options.But the gift-giving journey doesn’t end there; we have a treasure trove of diverse gift guides covering everything from tech gadgets to cozy winter essentials, ensuring you’ll find the ideal presents for everyone on your list. So, for a comprehensive array of gift recommendations that span various interests and passions, explore the rest of our thoughtfully crafted guides. With these invaluable resources, you’ll be well-equipped to spread holiday cheer and make your loved ones’ spirits bright.
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