Prime Day retro deals live: consoles, handhelds, and accessories I'd grab before Big Deal Days ends

Prime Day has finally knocked 20% off the GameSir Pocket Taco, and that brings the standalone Bluetooth controller down to its previous lowest price. This is the gamepad to grab if you want something that'll turn your phone into a chonkier Game Boy while also working with other devices wirelessly.

Just like with the Pocket Taco, I'm expecting some sort of discount from the 8Bitdo FlipPad once Prime Day properly kicks in. Ideally, we'll see it hit closer to the $20 mark, as that's what tends to happen with the brand's other controllers during the sales.

Amazon's sister site Woot has us covered with 22% off 8Bitdo's excellent N64 controller, and I suspect this will be the same discount eventually offered by Big Deal Days. I'd be surprised if it drops lower during Prime Day, but keep in mind you'll need a Retro Receiver to use this version with the OG console.

This Elves 2 Pro offer isn't too shabby, but the real value comes in the fact it includes a Goku 2 Wireless Adapter. That's going to let you sync straight up to your modern emulation systems with minimal latency, while its default Bluetooth functionality is still there for original consoles armed with Retro Receivers.

The M30 is almost at its lowest ever price, but you shouldn't let a dollar's difference get in the way of getting the best wireless Sega Genesis/Mega Drive controller out there. This is the Bluetooth version, so you also will need a Retro Receiver to use it with the OG systems, but you could also use it with DIY emulation setups, your PC, and even the Switch if you prefer.

The SN30 is a pretty versatile all-in-one retro controller that looks like it belongs to the SNES, but includes dual thumbsticks for later systems like the PS1. My ideal price for this is under $30, but Prime Day has knocked 25% off compared to its typical price.

This cheap Atari handheld is actually pretty impressive, and it's a staple gadget to watch during the sales. Right now, it's under $40, but it can drop lower and will hopefully do so during Prime Day this time around.

This listing is slightly sneaky since it isn't dressed as a deal. However, it is $5 cheaper than the Woot deal I plucked out during the summer Prime Day, and closer to the record lows set by the original beige version during previous sales (and just generally since no one seemed to want them for years).

The full-fat Atari GameStation Go is down to its lowest price thanks to Woot. $120 might still feel like a lot for a handheld that plays archaic early '80s capers, but this handheld packs every control type you could possibly need and 200 classics, not to mention it also has HDMI output for your TV.

If you've been itching to play ROM hacks or backups on your original N64 or even the fancy new Analogue 3D, the flash cart you need is now under $75. There are others out there, but this is one of the most affordable and reliable options that trades blows with models over twice its price.

The GBS-C is firmly on my watch list every Prime Day, and the retro upscaler just received its usual 20% discount. That will let you upgrade your PS2 setup and eliminate de-interlacing jitters for just over $70, and it's a small price to pay considering the results. It's also great for other systems with RGB output support too, even if it isn't quite as punchy as the OSSC when dealing with 16-bit machines.

The OSSC is back under $90 for Prime Day, and it remains my favorite way to connect retro consoles to modern TVs and monitors. While there are better options if you're using systems with heavy deinterlacing (see the GBS-C above for the PS2), this gadget uses line doubling to increase resolution with great sharpness and clarity and provides heaps of options for tweaking your visuals.

The Pocket 5's clearance discounts line up nicely with Prime Day, as while the new Pocket 6 is around with enhanced specs, this handheld is easier to get hold of and provides largely the same experience in retro games. It remains one of my favorite portables to this day, and with an extra $30, it's one of the more affordable emulation machines right now.