Video games make for great stocking stuffers for kids and kids at heart. But with so many console and computer titles to choose from, shopping for a gamer can be an overwhelming endeavor. After all, no one wants to gift a dud that will quickly become a drink coaster or shiny Christmas ornament. If you're looking for some suggestions, the following are a handful of recommended gaming picks – a very subjective look at some of 2021's best – divided into various age groups. Prices are $60 unless otherwise specified.

As someone who has often struggled with judging depth in 3D games, this came as a revelation. The game requires you to duck or lean with the headset to navigate and avoid obstacles while guiding your tiny robot to the goal. Incorporating the player into the gameplay in this way ensures that you're consistently engaged. Levels are cheerful, alive with animation, and always inventive. I found myself completely drawn in.

There are tons of great-looking video games coming out in 2017. Many of these are western releases, but a huge number of fantastic titles are coming out of Japan also. In fact, many of my most hotly-anticipated games are Japanese this year. In any case, here's a list of all the best (or at least most important) video games currently announced for a 2017 release. I'll keep this list updated with other important releases as well.

The 22nd annual Electronic Entertainment Expo, or "E3" – the world's largest video gaming convention held each June in Los Angeles – once again served as a glimpse into the future of the multibillion dollar interactive entertainment industry. An estimated 50,000 industry-only attendees from more than 100 countries swarmed the Los Angeles Convention Center and surrounding areas to play games not yet commercially available. Another 20,000 fans showed up. While some of the buzz at the show surrounded new hardware, such as Microsoft's surprise announcement of a new console available in 18 months (codenamed "Project Scorpio"), it was the many hundreds of upcoming games that dominated the discussion. Yours truly spent three thumb-numbing days playing tomorrow's titles, and the following are some highlights from my vantage point. Feel free to share the games you're most excited about in the Comments section.