Add Some Flair to Holiday Stockings With These Compact Gift Ideas
We often compile an annual gift guide of “stocking stuffers”, but the reality is these compact gifts are multi-functional. You can put them in a stocking to reduce the sugar load. Their affordability means they could be used for office gift exchanges. Teachers only need so many “World’s Best Teacher” mugs, and any of these would likely be a welcome change. If you’re looking for something bigger, check out our prior gift guides: family games, games and activities for younger kids, card games and games for older kids and adults. You have a lot of options to provide thoughtful gifts for many people on your shopping list!
The Original Tapple® Mini
The #1 viral party game … to go! Tapple® Mini is the portable version of the award-winning, fast-paced word game that has sold millions of copies worldwide! Small in size but big in fun, Tapple® Mini is the perfect game to play on the go or bring on your next trip.
Calendar of Many Adventures
Level up your RPG nights with the Calendar of Many Adventures 2026! This innovative 12-month wall calendar doubles as a treasure trove of tabletop content, featuring a new full-scale 12″x12″ battle map and an original 5E-compatible adventure every month. Whether you’re running a long campaign or looking for quick one-shots, these adventures are packed with reusable maps, settings, monsters, and NPCs. Scan the monthly QR code to instantly download the PDF adventure and access high-resolution digital maps for virtual tabletop play. Plan your life and your next epic quest all in one place — with Calendar of Many Adventures 2026, every month brings a new battle to win!
Elemystic
Command the Elements, Control the Chaos in this Tactical 9-Card Duel. Draft, play, and combine elemental forces to outmaneuver your opponent in a contest of strength and skill. Will you master the balance of fire, water, air, and shadow—or be consumed by chaos?
What’s Under Your Bed?
Fast, lighthearted, and just a little spooky—What’s Under Your Bed? is a game of collecting and stealing monster piles. Match, stack, or swipe your way to the biggest collection while action cards like Steal, Split, Switch, and Rotate keep everyone on their toes. Easy to learn and lightning fast to play, it’s the perfect family game night pick that both kids and adults will love.
Flippin’ Pickles
Flippin’ Pickles (MSRP $9.99 for 2-4 players ages 7+) Bursting with briny energy and laugh-out-loud action, Flippin’ Pickles is an easy-to-learn, snappy memory game marinated in challenges for players to boldly flip and match their way to earn the title of Top Pickle! To play Flippin’ Pickles, players take turns flipping cards and racing to find the perfect pickle pair. It sounds easy, but these silly dillies have sneaky subtleties and players need to stay sharp to win the game.
Super Genius Friuts & Veggies
This reading and matching game introduces young learners to tasty fresh fruits and veggies…and increases interest in learning about nutritious foods.
Flip 7
Are you the type of player to play it safe and bank points before you bust, or are you going to risk it all and go for the bonus points by flipping over seven in a row? Press your luck meets strategy in this addictive card game that’s sure to be the greatest card game you’ve ever played!
2025 Spiel des Jahres Finalist – Honored with a nomination for the prestigious Game of the Year award, recognizing it as one of the top games of the year
Seeker Chronicles
Draft your Seekers from among the best scientists ever, including Feynman, Maxwell, Hawking, and more, and immerse yourself in an elegant blend of resource management and strategic duels.
Mystery Fluxx
Mystery Fluxx is the card game of ever-changing detectives! It’s a mash-up of all your favorite detective stories! This time, the Keepers include clues to the murder, scenes of the crime, weapons, suspects, and a host of classic detectives. Danger cards can cause players to be eliminated (but don’t worry, you can quickly jump back in) and this version introduces another type of card: the Secret! It’s non-transferable and if you’re forced to play or reveal it, bad stuff happens. The game is afoot!
If you know people who are space-conscious, minimalistic or like to take games along when they travel then this list is also your go-to for them. Think of the many opportunities to gift something small and meaningful!
Do you overflow holiday stockings with candy or supplement it with games, toys or other items?
