Whether it’s for your children, one of their friend’s birthday parties, or simply a young relative, giving them any one of the best Minecraft gifts for kids is bound to be a big hit with those who love the ever-popular video game.
From best-selling toys to apparel, books, games, and more, here’s our look at 25 gift ideas that the Minecraft fan in your life will love, with options to suit all ages for kids and budgets.
Top 25 Best Minecraft Gifts for Kids
1. Mattel Games UNO Minecraft Card Game
If they love playing games, but you’re eager to get them away from the screen for a while, the Mattel Games UNO Minecraft Card Game may be one of the best Minecraft gifts there is.
A new take on the classic Uno game we all know and love, the game is suitable for between 2 and 10 players aged 7+ who can race to be the first player to get rid of all their Minecraft-themed cards.
Who knows, you could maybe even use this when trying out our Teach Counting With LEGO and UNO Cards activity.
2. LEGO Minecraft The Pillager Outpost Playset
A high-ranking entry in our guide to the very best LEGO playsets under $25, this is a great option if you’re looking for low-cost Minecraft gifts that your child can take along to their friend’s birthday party.
Still, just because the LEGO Minecraft The Pillager Outpost Playset is affordable doesn’t mean that it’s by any means “cheap.”
This value-for-money playset is suitable for ages 8+ and contains multiple Minifigs, accessories, and a three-section playset that will keep them entertained for hours.
3. Minecraft Creeper 5 Piece Full Bed Set
If you have trouble convincing your kids to switch off the video game and head off for a good night’s sleep, you may well find that adorning their bed in this Minecraft Creeper 5 Piece Full Bed Set means they take much less convincing.
With its Creeper-themed duvet cover, two pillowcases, and bedsheet, this is the perfect way to help your little Minecrafter dream of their next big building project in the game.
The whole set is of high quality, machine washable, and above all else, is super-soft, ensuring a peaceful night’s sleep.
4. Minecraft All-Stars Mini Figure Six-Pack
An official tie-in product, the Minecraft All-Stars Mini Figure Six-Pack includes all of their favorite characters from the game, including the famous Skeleton in Flames, a Creeper, a Blaze, Alex, and his trusty cake, and more.
These cute little creations will make a great addition to their growing collection of Minecraft mini-figures or simply to play with as toys.
5. LEGO Minecraft The Taiga Adventure
The toy and the game are essentially about building, creating, and inspiring their imagination, which is probably why the 74-piece LEGO Minecraft The Taiga Adventure is one of the best-selling LEGO toys around.
Suitable for ages 7+, it contains several Minifigures and play pieces so that they can create their own adventures in a replica of the game’s freezing-cold Taiga region.
6. Disguise Minecraft Pickaxe
A perfect accessory for their Minecraft-themed Halloween Costume, or simply as a safe toy, this officially licensed Disguise Minecraft Pickaxe is the ideal way to help them use their imagination in bringing the world of their favorite video game to life.
The pickaxe is suitable for children of all ages and is both lightweight enough for them to play with while still being plenty durable so that it won’t break if they get a little over-excited.
7. Minecraft Baby Sheep Plush
If you’re looking for the best toy for Minecraft fans and your little one prefers to cuddle up with their plush animals rather than going on adventures with a Diamond sword, this Minecraft Baby Sheep Plush may be just the thing.
Soft, cute, and adorably cuddly, you can also buy baby cows and pigs in a similar style so that they can create their very own Minecraft farm.
8. Minecraft Boys’ Robe
This 100% Polyester Minecraft Boys’ Robe is snuggly soft, wrapping them in a gentle touch which belies the robe’s high-quality resistant fabric.
Fully machine washable, the robe is the perfect way to get them looking forward to their pre-bed routine.
9. LEGO Minecraft – The Crafting Box
We really did try to control ourselves with the LEGO sets, but since they genuinely make some of the best Minecraft gifts for kids who love to create, we couldn’t resist including this LEGO Minecraft – The Crafting Box set in our guide.
That’s partly because it contains a whopping 564 pieces, making it a super-sized set that’s suitably challenging for players aged 8+. Also because it includes a whole assortment of different scenarios and set-ups so that no two LEGO adventures need ever be the same.
10. ThinkFun Minecraft Magnetic Travel Puzzle Logic Game
As a parent, you’ll find a lot to like about the ThinkFun Minecraft Magnetic Travel Puzzle Logic Game.
For one thing, it’s easily portable and, as its name implies, designed for travel, so it’s great for keeping your young Minecraft fan occupied on long journeys and avoiding all those “Are we there yet?” pleas.
For another, it combines imaginative play with real brain games suitable for kids 8+, which can be a great way to develop their problem-solving skills.
Meanwhile, kids may find it a more engaging way of learning than other brain training games like the Color Catch Game and will undoubtedly love the sense of accomplishment they get from seeing this book-based adventure through to the end.
11. Ravensburger Minecraft: Builders & Biomes Strategy Board Game
Not only is the Ravensburger Minecraft: Builders & Biomes Strategy Board Game another great way to get them away from the computer screen for a while, it’s also an engaging game in its own right.
Suitable for slightly older children aged 10+, this easy-to-learn strategy game can be played by up to 4 players who take turns to explore the Overworld and build new structures en route to victory.
While it may not be as educational as their favorite maths board games, it’s certainly a fun way to improve their problem-solving prowess.
12. Minecraft Daytime 7 Piece Full Bed Set
The Minecraft bed set we looked at earlier may be popular for some, but if your little gamer isn’t a fan of those creepy Creepers, you may find that this Minecraft Daytime 7 Piece Full Bed Set is more to their liking.
The vibrant design is printed on super-soft, fade-resistant Microfiber that ensures the comforter, sheet, and two pillowcases can continue to be used night after night, wash after wash.
13. Minecraft Dungeons Nano Metalfigs
So, you already bought them the six-pack of mini-figures we saw earlier, and now they want to expand their Minecraft figure collection.
If so, they’ll love these Minecraft Dungeons Nano Metalfigs, a bumper pack of 20 die-cast figures measuring 1.65″ in height.
Featuring the entire Wave 4 series of collectibles, these highly detailed figures include popular characters such as Valorie, Adriene, Iron Golem, Skeleton Vanguard, and more.
14. Minecraft Sticker Pack
Are you looking for another low-cost Minecraft gift idea?
Look no further than this Bumper Pack of Minecraft Stickers featuring all of the characters, weapons, and motifs they’re familiar with from the game.
The stickers are bright, vibrant, and perfect for decorating their gaming console, computer, backpacks, notebooks or just about anything else.
15. LEGO Minecraft The Panda Nursery
Our last of four LEGO-based gifts for kids who love Minecraft, the LEGO Minecraft The Panda Nursery is a large-scale, 204-piece set suitable for ages 7+.
Bringing the game off the screen and into three dimensions, this one comes with two cute panda bears and an Alex Minifigure to take care of them, along with a nursery and LEGO Minecraft hut that will serve as the base for all their brick-building adventures.
16. Minecraft Sprites Characters T-Shirt
Whether it’s Marvel characters, Minecraft, or something else entirely, clothing based on the popular characters they know and love from any franchise is always going to be a big hit.
That’s perhaps why this Minecraft Sprites Characters T-Shirt has gone on to be one of the biggest selling items of Minecraft merchandise ever.
Available in a range of sizes suitable for kids aged 5+. The shirt features Steve, Creepers, Zombies, sheep, pigs, and all of the fascinating creatures from the game.
17. Minecraft Creeper Light Up Figure
It may not be every kid that loves the Creepers (after all, they don’t call them that for nothing), but for those who are fans of the little green gremlins, this Minecraft Creeper Light Up Figure makes a beautiful addition to their bedroom or playroom.
Though it’s classed as a light-up figure, it’s less of a play-thing and more of an accessory that can serve well as a bedside table light.
Adding to the fun, the light-up figure also plays Creeper zombie sounds when pressed.
18. Minecraft Enchanted Bow with Potion-Tip Arrow
Much like the Diamond Sword we looked at before, this Minecraft Enchanted Bow with Potion-Tip Arrow could be the perfect finishing touch to their Minecraft-themed costume, or it can simply be a fun plaything in their own right.
One of the popular Minecraft gifts for encouraging imaginative play is a working toy in which the arrow can be loaded into the bow and fired as far as 20 ft.
While that does mean some adult supervision is required, it also means they’ll have endless fun acting out their Minecraft adventures here in the real world.
19. Mattel Games Minecraft Card Game
This isn’t the only Minecraft-themed card game featured on our list, but it is one that they’re going to want to playtime and time again.
The Mattel Games Minecraft Card Game is suitable for 2-4 players aged 8+ and comes with a simple yet entertaining objective:
Mine your resources and use them to build your way to the goal point. The first player to get there wins!
20. Minecraft: The Island: An Official Minecraft Novel
Minecraft: The Island: An Official Minecraft Novel is an excellent option if you’re looking for the best Minecraft gifts for kids to aid their learning and development, take the world of their video game, and use it as the basis for an exciting mystery adventure.
The first official Minecraft novel, this New York Times bestseller is sure to capture their imagination as they follow the story of the title character who has to unlock Minecraft’s secrets to survive.
21. Minecraft Girls’ Dress
The perfect Minecraft gift for the girl gamer in your life, this cute Minecraft Girls’ dress features the game’s logo front and center on the shirt so that they can proudly tell the whole world what their favorite game is.
The best part is that it’s printed in reversible sequins, guaranteeing plenty of fun as they swish the logo colors back and forth.
The skirt features Creepers, skeletons, and other recognizable Minecraft characters.
22. 100 PICS Unofficial and Independent Minecraft Guide
Looking for the perfect way to incorporate Minecraft into their learning? The 100 PICS Unofficial and Independent Minecraft Guide may be just what you’re looking for.
Though billed as a guide, it’s a fun travel-sized card game for kids in which they first have to identify the Minecraft-related object or character before figuring out how to spell it.
To help them along, all the letters from the correct word are printed on the bottom of the card in scrambled up order, meaning all they have to do is arrange them correctly to spell the word.
A fun way to engage them in learning their spellings, the game contains 50 colorful cards and can be played solo or in a group.
23. Minecraft Periodic Table of Elements
Designed for use with their Minecraft mini-figures, this Minecraft Periodic Table of Elements contains 27 one-inch blocks replicating essential Minecraft elements such as Diamond Ore, Glowstone, Lava, Air, Water, and more.
The blocks can be used to build up landscapes and objects that their mini-figures can interact with.
24. Minecraft Creeper & TNT 5 Piece Backpack Set
A perfect back-to-school gift, the Minecraft Creeper Backpack Set includes everything they’d need for an ideal day in class.Â
The 100% polyester backpack is designed in a Creeper motif. It features plenty of room for all their books and belongings, including the Minecraft lunch box, water bottle, and pencil case.
25. Minecraft Activity Book
The wallet-friendly price of this Minecraft Activity Book makes it another superb option if you’re looking for low-cost Minecraft gifts, but that’s not the reason our young ones love it.
No, they enjoy this one so much because it’s packed full of puzzles, games, sudokus, drawing pages, and more, all ensuring that they’re kept well-entertained whether it’s on a long journey, a rainy day, or simply a few hours away from the screen.
Choosing the Best Minecraft Gifts for Kids: A Buyer’s Guide
Books, clothes, toys, playsets, and more, there’s a Minecraft version of it if it exists. That’s great if you know exactly what to get them, but if you’ve been through our top 25 gift ideas and still aren’t sure which one to buy, the following pointers may help you decide.
Age Appropriateness
As a game, Minecraft is rated 7+, so it’s no surprise that the majority of Minecraft gifts are also targeted at that age group.
That said, the game’s appeal is so universal that kids still enjoy it even once they hit double figures.
That means you’re going to find gift ideas for all different age ranges, and picking the right one does make a difference.
If you’re going with one of the many popular Minecraft LEGO sets, for example, then one that’s aimed at children aged 10+ may be so challenging for younger children that they get no enjoyment out of it, while a toy aimed at 7-year-olds is unlikely to truly engage your pre-teen.
Passions and Interests
OK, so we know that they love Minecraft, but what else inspires them when the video game is turned off?
If the thing that they love about Minecraft is that it allows them to build and create, then yes, a LEGO set or creative tools like the Minecraft Periodic Table of Elements blocks will ensure they have the same kind of fun offline as they do on.
If what they love is that it sparks their imagination then any of the mini-figures that they can use may be more to their liking.
Occasion
There’s a big difference between going all out to buy them a brand new bedspread or that huge 564 piece LEGO Minecraft – The Crafting Box set for Christmas for their birthday or spending a few dollars on those Minecraft Stickers to reward them for doing well on a test.
Different occasions may require different budgets, but even if money is no object, there still might be times when it’s more appropriate to get one kind of gift over another.
Your child’s classmate’s birthday party may not warrant the same kind of extravagant gift that your own child’s birthday would, so it may be a good idea to use the occasion itself as a guide when choosing the perfect Minecraft gift.
Minecraft Gifts: The Perfect Present for Creative Kids
There’s no question that one of the main reasons why the Minecraft video game has enjoyed such unprecedented success is that, unlike other video games, there’s much more to it than simply wandering around and blasting things with a gun.
It’s a game that requires creativity, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills. This means that parents are more likely to let their kids enjoy it as it helps with their learning and development while the kids themselves enjoy the challenge and imaginative thinking that comes with using Minecraft to build a whole new world.
It also means that many of the best Minecraft gifts for kids also serve a similar purpose. The Ravensburger Minecraft: Builders & Biomes Strategy Board Game and many of the other games featured in this list can all be every bit as mentally stimulating as Minecraft itself, while LEGO sets and other toys are ideal aids for creative play that fires their imagination.
Still, not every gift has to serve a purpose. Options like the Minecraft Sprites Characters T-Shirt may not do much to aid learning, but they’ll certainly think it looks cool, and if you’re simply looking to give them a gift as a treat or reward, then it will more than do the job.
In other words, no matter what the occasion, no matter what age your kids are, and no matter what else they enjoy, you’re always bound to find the perfect Minecraft gift just for them.Â
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