Looks like this Christmas elf has had a wild night! Propped up against a games console remote and surrounded by cases, he’s clearly pulled an all-nighter gaming session. When the kids find him still “playing” in the morning with the console screen on, they’ll know he’s been up to some serious button-bashing fun.
It’s one of those last-minute elf ideas that takes seconds to set up but feels full of personality. Perfect for gamers or families who love a bit of tech humour, it’s easy, funny and completely mess-free – just remember to set your screen to stay on so the “game” is still showing when morning comes.
What you’ll need:
- One official Elf on the Shelf doll (paid link)
- A games console remote (ps4, xbox, switch etc.)
- A few game cases or discs for decoration
- TV or console screen switched on + make sure it stays on for the morning
Setup:
Sit your elf against the remote as if he’s mid-game, scatter a couple of cases around and leave the screen on the console menu or a paused game. That’s it – quick, funny and super effective! It’s the perfect easy elf idea for when you need something in a hurry.
For another festive setup, try elf takes a day off or a game of Guess Who.
