When it comes to ensuring you’re voice is heard on the battlefield, nothing quite beats a dedicated standalone USB microphone. As much as the mics on the best gaming headset have improved over the years, they still can’t hold a candle to the wind when it comes to a plug-in, full-sized microphone. Better yet, you can now get some of the best gaming microphones — or at least a fairly serious one — for well below $100/£100. And if you’ve already outfitted yourself with one of the best gaming keyboards and best gaming mice, opting for an excellent standalone mic is a logical next step to tricking out your battlestation.

Also, mics aren’t just about gaming. With many of us stuck at home, it’s a perfect time to focus on hobbies or even work on turning those interests into a career. Whether you want to venture into the worlds of podcasting, music recording or streaming or are just a gamer who wants to ensure their teammates hear every command barked at them, you’ll find the best gaming microphone to tick all of your particular boxes below.