I am stuck trying to figure out what to get my male friend for Christmas. We hang out a lot and he is one of those guys who never really asks for anything. He is into gaming and watches a lot of action movies. He also likes snacks and has a weird obsession with hot sauce. I do not want to get something too serious or romantic obviously but I also do not want it to be boring. I want it to be fun and something he will actually use or laugh at. Any ideas for gifts that hit the right balance between cool and casual? 
I gave my buddy a hot sauce sampler last year and he went wild. It had like ten different flavors from mild to insane. He tried them all and even brought some to game night. If your friend is into spice this could be a hilarious and tasty gift.
You could go with a novelty t-shirt that matches his movie taste. I got one with a cheesy action quote and my friend wears it every time we watch movies. It is funny and personal without being too much. Just make sure it is something he would actually wear.
Hot sauce sampler sounds perfect. That is totally his thing!
If he is into gaming maybe a desk toy or LED light strip for his setup would be cool. I gave my friend a little pixel lamp and he said it made his gaming corner feel more epic. It is not expensive and adds a nice vibe.
I once gave my friend a popcorn maker and a bunch of flavored kernels. He is a movie guy and now he makes popcorn every weekend. It is fun and kind of unexpected. You could even throw in a couple of movie vouchers if you want to go the extra mile.
A funny mug with a gaming joke or meme could work. I got one that said ‘Respawn in progress’ and my friend uses it every morning. It is simple but shows you know his interests. Plus mugs are always useful.
Pixel lamp sounds awesome. He is always tweaking his setup.
You could also go with a mini desktop basketball hoop. I gave one to my roommate and now he shoots hoops while waiting for downloads. It is silly but surprisingly addictive. Great for guys who like to fidget or mess around.
If he likes snacks maybe a subscription box with international treats would be fun. I got one for my friend and he loved trying weird stuff from Japan and Mexico. It is a gift that keeps giving and sparks conversation.
A small book of dad jokes or movie trivia could be a fun stocking stuffer. I gave one to my friend and he kept reading random facts out loud. It is lighthearted and perfect for someone who enjoys random knowledge.
Trivia book is a solid idea. He loves random facts.
You could also go with a reusable water bottle that looks rugged or has a cool design. I gave one to my buddy and he takes it to the gym and everywhere else. It is practical and still feels like a solid gift.
Another idea is a pair of funky socks with gaming or movie themes. I gave some to my friend and he actually showed them off. It is low-key but fun and shows you paid attention to his style.