17 Best Gaming Headphones
A Turtle Beach Recon 70 Multiplatform Gaming Headset for anyone who wants to add some color to their gaming setup — it has an awesome flip-to-mute microphone, is compatible with Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS5, and PS4 systems, and costs less than $40!
A Razer BlackShark V2 X Gaming Headset you'll love if your current ones simply feel too heavy to wear for hours while chatting up and playing Fortnite with your squad. These have been crafted with a lightweight design, cozy memory foam ear cushions, and awesome noise-cancellation features to let you focus on schooling some noobs without another care in the world.
Stylish Beats Studio Pro headphones that'll be worth the splurge, I promise. They have built-in spatial audio (it creates a surround sound–like experience), over 40 hours of battery, noise-canceling and transparency modes, a built-in mic, and are simple to pair via Bluetooth so you can use them alongside your favorite gaming system *and* to listen to music while you work. Win-win!
A Gtheos Wireless Gaming Headset you can use in a 49-foot range with a PlayStation, PC, or Nintendo Switch, in case you typically get an urge to run around in a circle or jump up and down whenever you score big during Call of Duty. It also has a detachable mic, gorgeous lights, and a 40+ hour battery life.
A SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Multi-System Gaming Headset, starring 360-degree spatial audio to put you right in the middle of your game, whether that's a cozy moment in Disney Dreamlight Valley or an intense one in Baldur's Gate.
A Logitech G432 Wired Gaming Headset featuring epic surround sound, so when you finally finish the dishes and get your kids to bed, you can truly unwind with a night of uninterrupted Call of Duty with your friends.
A pair of Apple AirPods Pro with excellent noise cancellation that'll block out the noise of your upstairs neighbors fighting over what to order for dinner, so you can focus on more important things like mining to the deepest level in the Stardew Valley caves.
Or Tozo earbuds many swear are *just* like AirPods but for waaaaaay cheaper — perfect for long-time gamers who are tired of wearing bulkier headsets and would be more than thrilled to rock a barely-there in-ear option. Their Bluetooth capabilities make them a great pick for anyone who prefers to play video games solo and doesn't use chat features.
A Turtle Beach Recon 50 Wired Gaming Headset you'll adore so much you'll want to tell all of your fellow gamers about it — it costs less than 30 bucks, comes in fun colors, has high-quality 40mm speakers, and has attached in-line controllers to turn your mic on/off with ease (a must-have for anyone who is tired of hearing everyone yell "YES, MOM. I'LL BE UP FOR DINNER SOON!" in the middle of a Rocket League match.
A Corsair Voice RGB Elite Wireless Gaming Headset starring an omnidirectional microphone to ensure anyone you game with will hear you loud and clear *and* will also give you the chance to channel your inner-pop star when you take a break from gaming to bop around your room to some Britney Spears tunes.
A pair of wireless over-the-ear headphones designed to look like AirPods Max but without the need to save up for months to afford 'em. They're available in a bunch of fun colors and feature cushy padding that your ears will thank you for. Additionally, they have a built-in mic so you can still chat away on Discord while crushing your pals in Mario Kart.
A Redragon H510 Zeus White Wired Gaming Headset that'll make you want to cancel your Friday night plans so you can plug in, cuddle up on your couch, and pull some virtual weeds while listening to the soothing sounds of Animal Crossing. It has a removable microphone, so if you decide to play a co-op game instead, you can just pop it back onto the headset.
Wireless earbuds for mobile gamers or anyone who prefers to do their gaming on a handheld device, and, honestly, doesn't need to overdo it with a bulky over-the-ear headset. They have a built-in mic in case your mom calls while you're playing on your phone — no need to pause your game, you can just chat away!
A Logitech G733 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Headset with the ability to select from playful preset lighting animations *or* the option to customize them yourself! It also has a super comfortable, reversible suspension headband, a special mic filter that'll ensure your voice sounds nice and clear, and an easy-to-use volume wheel right on the headset itself.
A Bengoo G9000 Stereo Gaming Headset that comes in an array of colors that'll match the gaming area you've so carefully curated — who *wouldn't* want their headset to match their gaming chair?! It also has lovely memory foam earmuffs (comfy!) and great noise-cancelling abilities. Many reviewers noted this was their top choice for their kids who break headsets regularly.
And a Somic GS510 Gaming Headset with light-up cat ears, because the *real* gamers know this is an unmatched vibe. Aiming to be the cutest streamer on the internet? This adorable yet practical pair will get you one step closer!
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17 Best Gaming Headphones
A HyperX Cloud Alpha Gaming Headset that'll easily connect with your PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One/ Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and your mobile device — basically, if you play a game on ANYTHING at all, you can use this headset alongside it. It has a detachable mic, perfect for swapping out when you're gaming solo instead of with your buddies. A Turtle Beach Recon 70 Multiplatform Gaming Headset for anyone who wants to add some color to their gaming setup — it has an awesome flip-to-mute microphone, is compatible with Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS5, and PS4 systems, and costs less than $40! A Razer BlackShark V2 X Gaming Headset you'll love if your current ones simply feel too heavy to wear for hours while chatting up and playing Fortnite with your squad. These have been crafted with a lightweight design, cozy memory foam ear cushions, and awesome noise-cancellation features to let you focus on schooling some noobs without another care in the world. Stylish Beats Studio Pro headphones that'll be worth the splurge, I promise. They have built-in spatial audio (it creates a surround sound–like experience), over 40 hours of battery, noise-canceling and transparency modes, a built-in mic, and are simple to pair via Bluetooth so you can use them alongside your favorite gaming system *and* to listen to music while you work. Win-win! A Gtheos Wireless Gaming Headset you can use in a 49-foot range with a PlayStation, PC, or Nintendo Switch, in case you typically get an urge to run around in a circle or jump up and down whenever you score big during Call of Duty. It also has a detachable mic, gorgeous lights, and a 40+ hour battery life. A SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Multi-System Gaming Headset, starring 360-degree spatial audio to put you right in the middle of your game, whether that's a cozy moment in Disney Dreamlight Valley or an intense one in Baldur's Gate. A Logitech G432 Wired Gaming Headset featuring epic surround sound, so when you finally finish the dishes and get your kids to bed, you can truly unwind with a night of uninterrupted Call of Duty with your friends. A pair of Apple AirPods Pro with excellent noise cancellation that'll block out the noise of your upstairs neighbors fighting over what to order for dinner, so you can focus on more important things like mining to the deepest level in the Stardew Valley caves. Or Tozo earbuds many swear are *just* like AirPods but for waaaaaay cheaper — perfect for long-time gamers who are tired of wearing bulkier headsets and would be more than thrilled to rock a barely-there in-ear option. Their Bluetooth capabilities make them a great pick for anyone who prefers to play video games solo and doesn't use chat features. 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Additionally, they have a built-in mic so you can still chat away on Discord while crushing your pals in Mario Kart. A Redragon H510 Zeus White Wired Gaming Headset that'll make you want to cancel your Friday night plans so you can plug in, cuddle up on your couch, and pull some virtual weeds while listening to the soothing sounds of Animal Crossing. It has a removable microphone, so if you decide to play a co-op game instead, you can just pop it back onto the headset. Wireless earbuds for mobile gamers or anyone who prefers to do their gaming on a handheld device, and, honestly, doesn't need to overdo it with a bulky over-the-ear headset. They have a built-in mic in case your mom calls while you're playing on your phone — no need to pause your game, you can just chat away! A Logitech G733 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Headset with the ability to select from playful preset lighting animations *or* the option to customize them yourself! It also has a super comfortable, reversible suspension headband, a special mic filter that'll ensure your voice sounds nice and clear, and an easy-to-use volume wheel right on the headset itself. A Bengoo G9000 Stereo Gaming Headset that comes in an array of colors that'll match the gaming area you've so carefully curated — who *wouldn't* want their headset to match their gaming chair?! It also has lovely memory foam earmuffs (comfy!) and great noise-cancelling abilities. Many reviewers noted this was their top choice for their kids who break headsets regularly. And a Somic GS510 Gaming Headset with light-up cat ears, because the *real* gamers know this is an unmatched vibe. Aiming to be the cutest streamer on the internet? This adorable yet practical pair will get you one step closer!
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I wouldn't have an issue with gaming going all digital if it still wasn't so anti-consumer
There was a time when I naively thought that digital games would be one of the most important revolutions in gaming. It had been the norm in the PC gaming space for years before it even started becoming viable for consoles, but starting with the Xbox 360 and PS3 generations, things really started kicking off. We moved from downloadable demos to indie games to full titles within the span of a generation. By the midpoint of the PS4 generation, digital sales were already starting to overtake physical ones. But despite how much more of the market they were taking up, I wasn't seeing any of the platforms adapting in the ways I expected. We've been coasting on how convenient digital games are to access for over a decade now when they lack in every other regard compared to physical media. We're already seeing PlayStation and Xbox easing us into an all-digital future by phasing out disc drives, and I would be shocked if the PS6 or next Xbox even has one by default. I appreciate the need for physical games to stick around for preservation, but that's not the main reason I still reject the notion of an all-digital library in the future. That would be the simple fact that the system, at least on consoles, is stubbornly anti-consumer. The future of gaming is stuck in the past Digital games aren't the future of gaming, they're the present. I understand there is a passionate section of the audience who will fight tooth and nail against the all-digital future, but the truth is it has already arrived. Just this year, Sony's earnings report revealed that 76% of all sales on the PS5 and PS4 were digital, and that number has been steadily rising over the years. We're also starting to see physical games appearing on shelves that are boxes with download codes inside rather than discs. Physical games won't go away overnight, but I suspect they will become more of a niche and enthusiast thing. Recommended Videos The loss of physical media is a topic on its own, but I think the two are intertwined. My hope for digital games was that they would be more convenient, cheaper, and easier to manage. In reality, only the first part has come true. Even though digital games don't require printing and shipping physical goods, companies have simply maintained the standard pricing for new games. That's a dream I admit I never should've expected to come true. If a company has a way to save money, it isn't going to willingly pass those savings on to us. It sucks, but it is what it is. Where my real issue with digital games comes in is that nebulous 'easier to manage' statement I made. I say it that way because there's no clean term for the flexibility physical games have that digital ones simply don't. The options we have with our digital games haven't evolved much at all since the first versions of the PSN and Xbox stores and that's an inexcusable problem. Where's my option to sell digital games? Why can't I trade or give a game as a gift? How come the act of even getting a refund is borderline impossible? These are all such basic consumer rights that we've seen solutions to elsewhere — mostly on Steam — that I can't help but think it is being deliberately withheld from consoles to maintain that level of control. I could forgive it in the early years, but we're three generations deep and only Nintendo has taken even the slightest steps to improve this system with its Virtual Game Cards. I refuse to believe that Nintendo is the only company able to figure out a way to make sharing digital games simple and (somewhat) convenient on console. I can appreciate that sharing or trading games could open up a lot of doors for exploitation within these systems, but a few bad actors can't be cause enough to deny us those basic consumer rights. And this is why I use the anti-consumer buzzword. I see it thrown around a lot to describe things we simply don't like, but this is one instance where I think it is apt because we're getting a worse product in digital games than physical ones. Yes, the content of the games themselves is the same, but the lack of freedom in what we can do with them is totally one-sided toward the corporations. Virtual Game Cards are a long-overdue first step toward reaching some sort of parity between digital and physical games. If PlayStation and Xbox expect me to fully commit to digital games by the time next generation rolls around, I need to see a full revamp in how they let me handle those games. Refunds, selling, trading, and gifting are the bare minimum of what we deserve.
