For anyone who grew up on arcade cabinets rather than consoles, a nostalgia gift works best when it is something they get to build, not just another mug with a pixel print on it. These six frame kits cover the games that defined the era, each made to order and ready to hang.
Our top picks
The game that started the arcade era, in minimalist frame form. The safest pick for the purist.
The most universally recognised pick on this list, safe for a gift where you are not sure of their favourite specific title.
A slightly less obvious pick for the gamer who already owns the Pac-Man and Donkey Kong classics.
Build a set instead of one gift
All six frame kits, Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Space Invaders, Super Mario Bros, Atari Pong, and Frogger, are built to a matching scale, so gifting two or three at once reads as a deliberate mini collection rather than a single novelty item.
Frequently asked questions
What if I do not know their favourite retro game?
Pac-Man and Atari Pong are the two most universally recognised picks in this range, and both work well as a safe first gift.
Do these arrive assembled?
No, part of the appeal is that the recipient builds it themselves, which also makes the gift last longer than something opened and shelved immediately.
How long does delivery take since these are made to order?
Made-to-order lead times vary by item, check the individual product page for current dispatch estimates before a time-sensitive gift date.