Loot Crate's themed gift packages are pop culture treasure troves

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Don't be fooled by our endless dissection of movie trailers; nerds love a good surprise as much as the next sentient being. So if you're looking for a gift idea for the fanboy or gal in your life, a subscription to Loot Crate is the cheat code to a perfect Christmas or birthday.

It works like this: Each month, a Loot Crate hits your doorstep, packed with pop culture collectibles, apparel and gear. Every crate is based around a different theme, and past ones have included "Dystopia" (including a Fallout 4 Funko figure, Terminator 2 Metal Print, and Robocop tee) and "Futuristic" (with a Rick & Morty tee, Futurama model, 4001 A.D. 1st issue comic book and more). You get the gist. Never the same gear twice! There's a t-shirt in every crate, but no matter what, they're always a mystery and always a bargain.

Speaking of which, a 3-month subscription to Loot Crate is now 33% off. Pick it up for $45.90 today.

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