Any hardcore video game enthusiast looking for a crafty way to pay tribute to their favorite characters and consoles is in luck, because these DIY activities for gamers will definitely satisfy anyone who enjoys these electronic devices.
There's something very addictive about video games that children and even adults can't seem to shake. And with old video game consoles constantly being updated and replaced with new models, what better way to pay tribute to devices of the past than by showcasing those references in decor items for your home? These DIY activities allow gamers to showcase their admiration for classic video game characters and consoles by easily infusing those sentiments into such things as recipes and wall decor.
From cartoon character eggs to 8-bit patio furniture, these DIY activities will definitely attract any crafty video game fan.
44 DIY Activities for Gamers
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DIY Video Game Eggs
The Super Mario Bros. Easter Egg Tutorial is Fantastically Geeky
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Insanely Accurate Gamer Costumes
Dead Space Fans Recreate Character Costumes
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Food Geeking
DIY Guide Lets Nintendo Geeks Transform a Radish into a Super Mario Mushroom
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Custom Cartridge Urinals
The Nintendo Video Game Urinal is a Gamer's Dream Bathroom Project
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Internet Gaming Controllers
The 'Reddit Karma Controller' Will Turn Your Favorite Site into a Game
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Console Coffee Tables
Another Nintendo-Inspired Storage and Entertainment System
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Vintage Video Game Blankets
Nintendo-Inspired Quilts Conjure 8-Bit Memories
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Uber Geeky Food DIY
Nintendo "1UP Mushroom" Burger
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Hybrid Retro Gaming Devices
An Addictive Combo MP3, SNES, NES & Game Boy Game Player
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Futuristic DIY Fantasy Armor
Cosplayer Creates Convincing Skyrim Armor to Strike Fear into Evil
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Insane DIY Cosplay
Nathan Sharratt's Bioshock 2 Big Sister Suit is a Feat of Extreme Engineering
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Vicious Videogame Rifles
Harrison Krix Recreates the N7 Rifle from 'Mass Effect 3'
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8-Bit Gamer Seating
Create Your Own Pixellated Minecraft Design Lawn Chair
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Vintage Video Game Chocolates
These Chocolate Molds Resemble Retro Game Controllers
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Stripped-Down Handheld Consoles
The DIY Gamer Kit Allows People to Build Their Own Gameboy
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Nintendo Timekeepers
The 'Nerdy Clocks' Etsy Shop Offers Old-School Gaming Gems
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DIY 8-Bit Gamer Mats
The DIY Legend of Zelda Coasters are Ideal for Video Game Parties
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Anachronistic Video Game Accessories
This Duncan Shirah Steampunk Portal Gun is Gorgeously Geeky
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Retro Gamer Playsets
DeerDot's Super Mario Dollhouse is Cute
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Gamer Office Decor
DIY Pac-Man Cork Board Revamps Your Walls, Retro Arcade-Style
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Life-Sized Piranha Plants
Kalapusa Builds Acrylic Version of Iconic Mario Video Game Fixture
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Cardboard Gamer Venues
Caine's Arcade Was Built by a Nine Year Old Boy
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DIY Tetris Ties
The 'LED Tetris Tie' Lets You Walk Around While Displaying a Game of Tetris
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Video Game Lunch Lessons
The Mario Bento Tutorial Shows You How to Prepare an Attractive Meal
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One-Hand Game Controllers
Ben Heck Creates World's First Right-Handed Xbox 360 Controller
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DIY Handheld Gaming
Hailrazer's N64 Gameboy Advance Lets You Play Your Favorite Games on the Go
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Toy Block Tablet Hybrids
LEGO Maniac Duplicates a Wii U Controller with iPad and Lots of LEGO
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DIY Gaming Gear
Geektastic Gamer Creates Life-Size Katamari Controller
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Mobile Gamer Laptops
Ben Heck Has Created the XBox 360 Slim Portable for $6,000
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Animated Cult Cartoon Toys
This Awesome Adventure Time BMO Toy is Lively
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Retro Game Cakes
The Tetris Wedding Cake is for Hardcore Gamers
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Canned Food Gaming Displays
This 3D Canned Food Display Shows Super Mario Like You've Never Seen
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Retro Gamer Lighting
The Atari Lamp Illuminates the Dark World of Video Games
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Festively Decorated RPG Statues
Skyrim Dragonborn Nord Makes for a Fun Gamer Christmas Tree
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Gamer Piggy Banks
The DIY Mario Coin Block Brings Elements of the Game to Reality
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Classic Gaming Covers
The Book Style Covers for Video Games by James Bit are Sweet
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Retro Gaming Reconfigurations
The Xbox 1977 Edition by Ben Heck Merges an Xbox360 With an Atari
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Classic Cartoon Consoles
The Thundercats Xbox 360 is Worthy of Lion-O
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DIY Pimptendos
Customize Your Nintendo by Adding Gems and Zebra Patterns
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DIY Plush Gamer Gear
This Tutorial Explains How to Create Custom Game Controllers
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DIY Game-Inspired Sweets
The Nintendo Inspired '1-Up Ring Pops' are Clever and Cute
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Gaming System Arcade Mods
Morris Umali Turns a Few Xbox 360s into Oversized Usable Joysticks
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Video Game Kitty Furnishings
This Cat Tree by Geckoo_Design is Inspired by a Mario Environment
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Immersive Gaming Headpieces
Stefan Welker Crafts a Virtual Reality Gaming Head Gear
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Video Game Enthusiast Apparel
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Ultra-Slim Handheld Gaming Consoles
The 'GamerCard' is Powered by a Raspberry Pi Zero 2W
Cyberpunk DJ Console Concepts
The Image Creates the MIDI Controller Concept
Sleek Retro Console Remakes
Retro Games Ltd. Announced 'THEC64 Mini' Commodore 64 Remake
Pony Character Crochet Kits
The My Little Pony x The Woobles Craft Recreates Applejack & More
Wooden Figure Sets
Nintendo Unveiled 'My Mario' in 30-Piece and 3-Piece Sets
Retro Gaming Handhelds
Evercade Nexus Brings Physical Cartridges Back to Portable Gaming
Retro Gaming Chargers
The Mobile BOY Power Bank Merges Portable Energy with Classic Handheld Games
E-Waste Portable Game Systems
The Steam Deck Motherboard Case Concept is Screen-Free
See-Through Retro Gamer Controllers
The 8BitDo 64 Controller Comes in New Transparent Options
Game-Ready Fry Holders
GamiFries Lets Gamers Attach a Snack to Handheld Controllers
Pocket-Sized Fidget Toy
Slider-Gamemackey Combines Retro Gaming Buttons with Fidget Puzzle Action
Festive Gamer Keycaps
The Dwarf Factory Sweetmas Keycaps Come in Three Styles
Pocket Gaming Power Hubs
The Powerboy 2-In-1 Retro Gaming Console Plays Games and Charges
Anime-Inspired Wooden Collectibles
Puremind Unveils Its 'Dragon Ball' Wooden Collectibles
Retro Gaming Controllers
Hyperkin Partners with ModRetro for M64-Compatible Designs
Interactive Gaming Cubes
The Rubik’s WOWCube Combines Digital Play with Tactile Puzzle Mechanics
Wearable Gaming Computers
Pip-Boy 3000 Replica from Bethesda Includes Screen & Radiation Detector
Video Game-Inspired Furniture Catalogue
IKEA Australia Honors A Minecraft Movie with a New Look
Treat-Themed Crafting Dolls
Far Out Toys' Pretty Sweets Invites Kids to Customize Mini Desserts
Video Game Console Sneakers
The Nike AIR SNES Allows Fans to Actually Play Retro Games
Active Gaming Controller Mats
The GAMR Active Gaming Play Pad Works with Many Platforms
80s-Inspired E-Ink Gaming Consoles
The 'Ink Console' Offers a Series of Text-Driven Adventures
Video Game-Themed Chocolate Gifts
The Nintendo and Godiva Chocolates are Arriving in Japan
Nostalgic 90s-Inspired Gaming Consoles
Analogue 3D Funtastic Consoles Come in a Rainbow of Colors
Family-Friendly Halloween Essentials
Oriental Trading Creative Decor Options
Collectible Digital Toys
BE@RBRICK x Tamagotchi Marks the Virtual Pet’s 30th Anniversary
Category-Defining Home Arcade Collections
Basic Fun! Debuts Its Inaugural Home Arcade Collection
Screen Retro Consoles
HOMMEMADE Gaming Console by A$AP Rocky Uses Retropie and a Flip-Up Display
Retro Handheld Consoles
Modretro Chromatic Revives a Console with New Materials and Cartridge Play
Game-Inspired Meal Kits
Home Chef x Minecraft Partner for Dishes Inspired by the Game
Retro Gaming Room Experiences
Step Back in Time with W Montréal’s Retro Gaming Box Experience
6-Pack Furniture Collections
Coors Light's Home DeCoors Helps to Solve Big Game Hosting Challenges
Game Night Loungewear Sets
The TAST!EZ Game Night Loungewear Kit Features Tearaway Napkin Sleeves
Miniature Phone Beds
The IKEA Phone Sleep Collection Turns Screen Time into a Nightly Ritual
Real-Life Mood-Board Transformations
Pinterest Launches the 'Bring My Pinterest to Life' Series
Nostalgic Gaming Devices
The Playdate Handheld Console Reimagines Retro Gameplay with Modernity
Detachable Gaming Console Laptops
The Wistron Dual Fusion Imagines a System for Work and Play
Tiny Decorating Collectibles
Miniverse Make It Mini Spaces Lets Collectors Build Furniture
Viral Satisfying ASMR Toys
MGA Entertainment's Slime Life Turns Digital Trends into Physical Play
Browser Game Platforms
RetroGames Lets Users Play Classic Console Games Online Instantly
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Retro-Inspired Smartphone Gaming Controllers
The GameSir Pocket Taco Has a Nostalgic Design
Gamer-Targeted Donor Campaigns
Virtual Donors Turns In-Game Deaths into Real Registrations
Playful Home Purifiers
The WOOP Air Purifier Brings Gaming Nostalgia into Functional Home Design
Video Projector Camera Toys
The Photo Creator Video Projector Camera Captures Quality Content
Face-to-Face Game Consoles
Board Merges the Best Features of Board Games and Video Games
Digital Pet Board Games
Tamagotchi Collections is for Two to Four Players
Fandom-Honoring Building Block Sets
LEGO® Spotlights Iconic Pop Culture Films and Series
AI-Powered Pixel Lights
The Govee Gaming Pixel Light Supports Customization & Synchronization
In-Car Gaming Collaborations
AirConsole x Audi Partner for Car Gaming, and Includes Pictionary
In-Car Gaming Experiences
Atari and AirConsole are Partnering to Bring Games to Volkswagens
Retro Cartoon Tech Accessories
Higround x SEGA Partner for a Sonic the Hedgehog Collection
Gaming-Inspired National Retail Promotions
Trolli Marks Xbox's 25th Anniversary with a Promo
Retro Game Watches
Pokémon Gold Wrist Build Recreates the Classic Game on Custom Hardware
Phygital Fashion Dolls
Dress To Impress Mystery Models Brings a Beloved Fashion Game Offline
Sensory ASMR-Style Toys
Incredible Group's Squishi Toys Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Game-Inspired Collectible Toys
Mattel Creations Debuts Two Minecraft Collectibles
3D-Printed Fidget Toys
Jigglets are Produced with Less Waste Than Traditional Toys
DIY Food Collectibles
MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini From Scratch Fuses Collecting & Crafting
Slim Tabletop Gaming Controllers
The 8BitDo Arcade Controller Works with a Range of Systems
Furniture-Inspired Acting Games
Wayfair's Chair-Ades Challenge Puts a Rewarding Spin on Charades
Digital Marble Tabletop Games
The FunPop Tabletop Pinball Game Works with Up to Four Players
Retro Tech Sweaters
Microsoft Holiday Sweater Celebrates Fifty Years with Nostalgic Graphics
Retro Plug-and-Play Games
Fizz Creations' Wireless Plug-and-Play Systems Appeal to Kidult Gamers
Keyboard-Style Cap Collectibles
Clickeez Snap Together to Create Custom Fidget Keychains
World Building Anime Games
Pokémon Pokopia Offers Players a Cozy Gameplay Experience
High-Performance Low-Cost Gaming Consoles
The KONKR Pocket FIT Elite is Advanced Yet Affordable
Game-Inspired Bright Pcs
Minecraft Officially Licensed Gaming Pcs Bring Blocky Designs to Desktop
Immersive DIY Conventions
DIY CON is a New Event for Modern DIYers, Makers & Creators
Comfort-Driven eSports Furniture
The IKEA UTESPELARE Gaming Desk and Chair Maximize Versatility
Toy-Inspired Music-Themed Workshops
The LEGO Group Launches Its Final Creativity Workshop of 2025
Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming
Retroid Designs the Pocket Classic Gaming Device
See-Through Cartridge Gaming Consoles
The ModRetro M64 Revives 90s Technology in a Modern Way
Retro Goggle-Style Gamer Accessories
The Nintendo Classics Virtual Boy Revives a 90s Console
Demon Slayer Paint kit
Embrace Your Inner Otaku Artist with Anime-Themed DIY Art Kits
Spring-Themed Toy Collections
MGA Entertainment Emphasizes DIY Creativity, Surprises & Pastel Hues
Celebratory Stacking Game Consoles
The Tetris Forever Handheld Video Game Console Marks 40 Years
Multisensory Holiday Puzzles
Piecework's Feastivities Creates an Atmosphere with Its Own Playlist
Gamer-Focused QSR Devices
McDonald’s Türkiye's ‘Archie' is Part of the Pro Gamer Menu
Welcome Gift Design Kits
Earth’s Hatch Kit Reimagines a Welcome Gift with Practical Home Tools
Compact Key-Fob Consoles
The Playfob Reimagines Car Access as an Adorable Handheld Gaming
Retro-Inspired Handheld Game Consoles
Sara Ourani Designs the SUP Game Box 400 Console
Hybrid STEM Activity Kits
Brainstorm's Science Activity Kits Pair Hands-On Play & Online Tutorials
Arcade-Style Console Docks
iMP Gaming's Mini Arcade Pro Crates a Nostalgic Experience
AI-Enabled DIY Technology
LOKLiK Emphasizes the Potential of DIY Intelligence at CES 2025
Building Block Game Consoles
LEGO and Nintendo are Releasing a Game Boy Building Block Set
Crystal Floral Arrangement Kits
Cra-Z-Art's DIY Crystal Floral Kits Double as Decor for All Ages
Gaming Fandom Activations
LEGO® Code Break Arrives in San Diego with a Larger-Than-Life Vault
Freestanding Retro Gaming Systems
The Vectrex Mini Revives a Classic Video Game System
Desktop Display Gadgets
Minitoo Retro Pc Style Device Combines Alarm Clock, Speaker, and Display
Elegant Anime Decor Furnishings
The Pokémon & Pottery Barn Kids Collection is Playful
Retro-Inspired Arcade Activations
Hotel X Toronto Revives Its Retro Arcade Installation
Child-Focused Handheld Games
The Game Boy-Inspired Kids Device is an Alternative to Tablets
Screen-Free Toy Collections
Luki Lab Spotlights Six Products at the New York Toy Fair 2026
Cartoon-Inspired Camping Gear
LOGOS Unveils the New Pokémon Camping Collection
Brick Console Replicas
LEGO x SEGA Genesis Console Rebuilds the 16-Bit System as a Display Model
Video Game-Inspired Computer Peripherals
Higround Pays Homage to Xbox's Halo Video Game Franchise
Nostalgic Gamer Keyboard Designs
The 8Bitdo Retro Wireless Mechanical Keyboard Honors Nintendo
Social-Focused Childrens Games
Dragon Snacks Games' 'Solar Punk' Will Act as a Social Hub
Gamified Habit Trackers
Cozy Habits Invites Users to Build And Track Daily Habits
Screen-Free 3D Building Puzzles
Maison Battat Inc. Has Introduced the Arkitec line
Brick Toy Revivals
LEGO’s new Game Boy set includes Mario & Zelda-inspired cartridges
Retro Puzzle Block Computers
Lego Fan Build Recreates a Vintage Pc with Interchangeable Screens
Easter Marshmallow DIY Kits
The Dip and Decorate Dozen Kit Features Decorative Edible Pens
Gamified Shopping Experiences
What’s Your Thing? Collage Quest Features Shoppable DFS Products
Entertainment Venue-Branded Retro Merchandise
Dave & Buster's Debuts a Limited-Edition Capsule
Interactive Collectible Games
The Make It Mini Mobile Game Engages Kidult Collectors
Skill-Building Play Kits
The Helper Play Kit Supports Independent Play Based on Life Skills
Digital Memory Keepers
Fun Bits Turns Kids’ Quotes Into Cherished, Shareable Family Memories
Gamer Mealtime Campaigns
Telia's Dinner Assassin Helps to Get Teens to the Dinner Table
Adorable Mini Instant Cameras
The Retro Digital Toy Camera Brings Tiny Photo Capture to Keychains
Retro Software DIY Handhelds
DIY Retro Windows 98 Handheld Computer is Old-school Inside and Out
Kid-Friendly Kitchen Stations
Studio Eggi Revolutionizes Kids’ Playrooms with Thoughtful Design
Nostalgic Console-Joint Fashion
BEAMS and PlayStation Drop Retro Hoodies and Crewnecks This Season
Pixelated Gamer Smart Lights
The Govee Pac-Man Gaming Pixel Light is Officially Licensed
Burger-Themed Slime Sets
The Slime Life Cheeseburger DIY Slime Kit Has Layers of Fun
Real-Circuit Board Games
Reactor Rescue Uses Functional Electronics in Gameplay
Collectible Mini Cameras
The Photo Creator Mini Cam Lets Kids Snap Photos Without a Phone
Console-Collectible Toy Figurines
The PlayStation x BE@RBRICK 400% Celebrates Gaming Iconography
Playable Gaming Archives
The Internet Archive Preserves 758 Retro PC Demo Discs
Buildable Game Sets
The DIY LEGO Connect 4 Brickset Lets You Assemble and Play Connect 4 in Bricks
24/7 Crafting Channels
CraftsyTV is Now Streaming as a Free, Ad-Supported Samsung TV Plus Channel
Game-Inspired Merchandise Lines
Fangamer Introduces a New Stardew Valley Merchandise Line
Immersive RGB Show Puzzles
Clementoni's New Stranger Things Puzzle Bring the Upside Down Home
Anime-Themed Gamer Chairs
The Secretlab TITAN Evo Pokémon Collection is Eye-Catching
Gamified Productivity Apps
Triforce Todos Combines Retro Game Style With Task Management Tools
Designer-Led Crafting Kits
Michaels Launches the All-New Jonathan Adler Collection
Gamified Habit Builders
Gamified Habit Tracker Makes Habit Building Fun with Digital Pets
Playful Accent Tables
The Bug Tables Bring Digital Glitch Design into Tactile, Everyday Furniture
Joystick Whiskey Decanters
The Atari Joystick Decanter Set Blends Retro Gaming with Nostalgia
Interactive Holiday Games
Easter Quest 2025 Creates Digital Scavenger Hunts For Families
Craft Starter Kits
Noah Makes It Easy to Begin a New Hobby
Nostalgic 3D-Printed Arcade Clocks
3DProSkillsCreations Creates the Adorable Arcade Clock
Glow‑In‑Dark Tech Skins
Circuit Board Device Skins Bring Forth a Sci‑fi Glow and Tactile Texture
Book-Themed Plush Collectibles
Punchkins’ Book Plushies Celebrate a Love of Reading
Gamified Productivity Trackers
Timecraft Combines Task Tracking And Gamification To Boost Focus
Family Party Games
MirFam Games Turns Your TV Into Interactive Fun For Family And Friends
DIY Inspiration Apps
Daily DIY Reminder App Delivers Creative Upcycling Ideas And Reminders