Or charge you new phone or to move a few earbuds for your morning commute, most of us use wireless devices. But you might want to think twice when it comes to your game headset. You can use wired headphones with almost any device, as long as it has a headphone jack. You can hear your environment and your allies with clarity, without worrying about charging or compatibility issues. Nobody likes sweaty ears either.
Fortunately, there are quite a few headers that fit the bill — no matter what console, computer, or device you play on. If you want to go completely wireless, check out our guide to the best wireless gaming headphones. For all your other game accessory needs and / or semi-urgent needs, feel free to check out our other guides, such as the best game keyboard, best game mouse, and best game summaries!
Updated June 2022: We have adjusted prices and added the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro.
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