Prime Day retro deals can really help you put together a classic console setup, but you admittedly need to be savvy with how the sale works. While you can jump into the event and pick up bits and bobs, discounts on systems, handhelds, controllers and accessories won't always be staring you in the face. Luckily, I'm well-versed in where to look, and what exactly to pick out, so I figured I'd lend you those skills live as the offers roll out.

The biggest piece of advice I can give when trying to grab the best retro consoles and setup bits this Prime Day is to focus on all the small things. That's not just a Blink-182 reference; it also means that if you target the low-priced enhancements for your setup, you'll end up with more meaningful savings. You're more likely to get a real discount right now on retro controllers, accessories, and tech that isn't being ravaged by RAMageddon and AI-driven component shortages, whereas price cuts on expensive retro handhelds and systems may simply reduce prices to near "normal."

If we're lucky, we'll get real Prime Day retro deals this year with the big red badge slapped on them. The good news is if that fails to happen, I'll still be here showing you ways to grab cool classic gaming stuff for less, and that includes highlighting stealth discounts, new-old-stock that could soon vanish and end up astronomically expensive on the second-hand market.

You'll need to hang fire on the GameSir Pocket Taco if it's still sitting at $35.

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