The nights are drawing in, festive lights line the streets, and it’s oh, so cold. Whether it’s snowing where you live or the brisk frost is enough to give you a chill, you’re going to need something to warm you up this winter. And you know what’s perfect for just that? A gaming blanket. A cozy one, at that.
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So you can snuggle up while playing your gaming console of choice with no fuss, we’ve picked out some of the coziest and best-designed gaming blankets around. Just throw one of these on your lap (or around you as a cape — we won’t judge) and you’ll be all warmed up and primed to play some games.
Pikachu Blanket
This adorable blanket features Pokemon’s iconic mascot, Pikachu, all over it. Sitting cutely with a paw up to its face, rolling over on its back, or simply smiley sweetly at you — Pikachu can do it all. Poke Balls are also subtly printed in between each Pikachu design.
The blanket itself is made from a lightweight and soft flannel material, so you can warm up under it and stay comfy. Don’t worry — you won’t get any electric shocks from these Pikachu.
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Kingdom Hearts Blanket
Featuring the cover art of the original Kingdom Hearts game, this blanket is steeped in nostalgia for the series’ beginnings. Kingdom Hearts itself towers over the night sky, with Sora and his friends atop a rooftop in the darkness. Any fan would be cozy under this blanket, if not for the memories it conjures alone.
But that’s not all it has to offer. As well as being soft to huddle under, the blanket is made of anti-pilling fabric, so you won’t get those annoying bobbles popping up after a few uses.
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Sonic The Hedgehog Blanket
Gotta go fast? More like gotta get cozy. This blanket shows many of Sonic’s iconic friends and foes, including Sonic himself, Tails, Knuckles and Dr. Eggman. There’s even the adorable Cheese the Chao sporting his red bowtie.
Made to resist pilling, wrinkles and shedding, this blanket will keep you warm even if you wrap up with it all winter long. You can also choose between children’s and adult sizes, depending on who you’re buying for.
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Stardew Valley Blanket
If any game were to be compared to a fuzzy, warm blanket, it’d have to be Stardew Valley. Now, it’s come to fruition. This super soft blanket has a design of the Stardew Valley map from corner to corner, with labels for all the key locations, such as your farm and the places in Pelican Town.
When it’s freezing outside, and all you want to do is escape into the peaceful place that is Stardew Valley, just whip out this blanket while you’re playing. Or when you’re taking a nap — that’s your choice.
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Fortnite Llama Blanket
Fleecy and soft, this blanket features Fortnite’s iconic llama motif in four different colors, taking inspiration from Andy Warhol’s famous artwork. The design is vibrant and eye-catching, so it’s sure to brighten up any room (which is just what you need on bleak winter evenings).
Though it’s cozy enough to keep you warm, it’s lightweight and easy to fold, so you could also take it with you when visiting family during the winter, or wrap it when giving it as a gift.
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Kirby Blanket
Kirby is one of Nintendo’s cutest characters, and he looks adorable as ever on this blanket. On the backdrop of a gorgeous galaxy, Kirby rides a star among glowing hearts and other celestial details.
The material is thick and soft, keeping you warm and cozy while you game, watch your favourite movie, or just take a nap.
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Pac-Man Blanket
Do you still prefer retro games even after all these new releases? Or does Pac-Man just have a special place in your heart? Either way, you’ll enjoy cozying up with this Pac-Man blanket and taking a trip down memory lane.
It shows the instantly recognizable map, with ghosts, Pac-Man and various fruit dotted around, just like the game itself. The plush flannel material is sure to keep you warm too.
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Animal Crossing Blanket
The villagers of Animal Crossing warm your heart in-game, and now they can warm you up in real life too. A variety of villagers feature on this blanket, so you’re sure to spot someone you love — Rosie, Apollo, Bunnie, and Jay, just to name a few — and you’ll also see iconic faces such as Tom Nook and Isabelle.
Of course, it’s soft to the touch too, making it the perfect thing to get wrapped up in while you do chores around your island. If the Happy Home Academy was real, you’d be getting extra points for adding this to your decor.
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Skyrim Blanket
Skyrim is a beloved game by many, and if it’s one of your favorites, you’ll love this blanket too. Featuring an epic scene of archers taking down a fire-breathing dragon while a storm rages in the background, the design succinctly captures the breadth of adventures you have in the game.
As well as being resistant to pilling and shedding (so the blanket stays soft even after use), it’s both warm and breathable, so you can be as comfortable as possible.
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Resident Evil Umbrella Corporation Blanket
The Umbrella Corporation may be less than desirable in the Resident Evil series, but you can’t deny that its logo has a cool design. The main logo sits right in the centre of the blanket, with smaller versions lining the borders of it.
It’s made from durable and soft material, and is available in three sizes, so you can decide whether you want to warm up by yourself, or share the bigger blanket with others. (Or you could keep the bigger one to yourself as well — that’s also an option.)
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