When it comes to video game merchandise, plushes are one of the cutest things that you can collect. Even the most fearsome video game character can be turned into a collectable plush, but it’s often the characters who are already sweet who make the best plushes.
On top of being soft and cute, plushes are also an affordable alternative to figurines. No matter what games or series you’re into, there will be a plush out there for you to collect. Sit them on your desk to be your buddy while you work or study, or add them to your growing collection — it’s up to you.
Best Plushes Inspired By Video Games
Timmy And Tommy Animal Crossing Plush
Do not separate!
Animal Crossing's most adorable twins come together in plush form, wearing that outfits from New Horizons. Of course, Tommy is holding his flag, too.
- Brand
- Little Buddy
- Dimensions
- 5.5"
- Two for one!
- Tommy holds his trademark flag.
What’s better than one plushies? Two, of course. Timmy and Tommy are rarely apart in the Animal Crossing series, so, of course, you can’t separate them when they’re in plushie form either.
Here, they’re in their adorable New Horizons outfits — matching green Nook Inc. aloha shirts. Just like he does in the game, Tommy holds the Nook Inc. flag with pride. These two are so sweet, you'll feel a little uplifted just by looking at them.
The Wind Waker Princess Zelda Plush
Fit for a princess.
Using Princess Zelda's design from The Wind Waker, this plush has intricate details to replicate from her embroidered facial features to the felt tiara and accessories.
- Brand
- Little Buddy
- Dimensions
- 8"
- Classic Toon Zelda design
- Detailed embroidered design
There have been numerous iterations of Princess Zelda throughout the The Legend of Zelda series, but none are quite as vibrant and colorful as her design in The Wind Waker. In plushie form, all those vivid details are still there.
From the embroidery on her eyes and lips that mimic eyeshadow and lipstick to the felt details in her dress and tiara, there’s a lot to love about this plushie fit for a princess.
Kirby Heart Plush
Wearing his heart on his sleeve!
The lovable pink ball Kirby translates perfectly to Kirby form, of course! Here, he's holding heart above his head in a very sweet pose.
- Brand
- Club Mocchi Mocchi
- Dimensions
- 6"
- Adorable pose
- Perfect Valentine's or anniversary gift
As a character, Kirby easily lends himself to plushie form. Those big blue eyes, blushy cheeks, and enchanting smile? He was born to be a plushie, and this Club Mocchi Mocchi plushie proves it. It has Kirby holding up a pink love heart above his head.
Well, it’s more like the heart is resting on his head. His arms don’t quite reach. But that’s okay — his effort is appreciated, and he looks just as endearing as usual.
Cuphead And Mugman Plushes
Come as a pair!
Cuphead and Mugman are the main characters of the smash hit Cuphead. Add the both of them to your collection, or pick your favorite one. The plushes lovingly recreate the designs, which take inspiration from 1930s cartoons.
- Brand
- Lafoxla
- Dimensions
- 9.8"
- Buy together or choose your favorite
- Unique designs look great at plushes
Cuphead and Mugman come as a duo in the game, so you’ll want them both in plushie form, too — luckily, they come as a pair. Their faces are embroidered with delicate stitching, showing off their happy expressions.
Though the plushies are bright and colorful, they manage to keep that 1930s-era cartoon style that the game drew inspiration from in the first place. Keep these guys nearby whenever you next try to take on one of the game’s notoriously difficult bosses for a bit of extra luck.
Chocobo Final Fantasy Plush
Adorable mascot!
Who wouldn't want a plush as sweet as this Chocobo in their collection? At six inches tall, it's the perfect size for sitting on your shelf or desk. Details, like the eyes, are embroidered, to ensure a high quality finish.
- Brand
- Gosbeliy
- Dimensions
- 6"
- Made from soft PP cotton
- Perfect desk size
Chocobo have long featured in the Final Fantasy series, often appearing as a mount for you to ride. They’re more than just useful for traveling, though — they’re also sweet birds that translate well to being a cuddly plushie.
This iteration looks like a Chocobo chick, and it’s holding a book all about Final Fantasy creatures in its hands (wings?). Its little face will sure enough make you think “Aww,” when you look at it.
Sonic the Hedgehog Plush
The blue blur!
The blue blur is perfectly suited to plush form. It's made from a cuddly material that's soft to the touch, and embroidered eyes to add detail.
- Soft plush material
- Sitting pose perfect for desks
From Kidrobot’s Phunny plushie line, this Sonic the Hedgehog plushie has Sonic finally sit down for a breather — running at the speed of light means you need to take a rest once in a while, after all.
Aside from sitting adorably, this plush gives Sonic a rather smug smirk, which is perfectly fitting for his personality. He also wears his iconic red boots, contrasting the vibrant blue of his body.
Mudkip Pokemon Sitting Cuties Plush
Hoenn's best starter!
Part of the Pokemon Sitting Cuties collection, this Mudkip plush is great for any Pokemon fan. Just like the rest of the plush collection, Mudkip is posed in a sitting position and is made from soft and huggable material.
- Brand
- Pokemon Sitting Cuties
- Dimensions
- 5 3/4"
- Adorable sitting pose
- The best Pokemon starter
The Pokemon Center's Sitting Cuties collection is one of the best set of plushes the company has ever released. As you can probably guess from the name, these Pokemon cuties are positioned to be in a sitting pose.
Mudkip, one of the starters from the Hoenn region, looks particularly sweet in this form. It's also made from super soft material, meaning it not only looks great, but is huggable too.