Are you tired of searching for the best deals on retro handhelds? Well, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll be rounding up a few of our favorite deals every week, and today, we hope your wallets are ready.

Magic X XU Mini

MagicX XUmini M

After being announced back in April, we kind of forgot about the MagicX XU Mini M. This handheld is expected to be a solid competitor to the RG28XX and Miyoo A30. It’s now available to order from AliExpress, coming in with a starting price of about $49. However, it seems that if you use code “joe9” at checkout, you’ll save $9, which makes this a bit more intriguing.

MagicX XU Mini at AliExpress

Miyoo A30

We don’t know what’s going on with the expected release of the Miyoo Flip. Instead, the only device Miyoo has recently released is the A30, which is more of a competitor to the RG28XX. However, the A30 gains a potential advantage thanks to the built-in thumbstick. If you’re looking for an ultra-portable retro handheld, there’s a pretty awesome promotion taking place over at GoGameGeek. Not only are you able to save 15% using code RH15 at checkout, but GoGameGeek is tossing in a free grip for the A30! That’s one heck of a deal, and you don’t have to worry about a light bulb showing up on your doorstep instead of the A30.

Save 15% on the Miyoo A30 and Get a Free Grip

Xbox Amazon Fire TV Stick Bundle

There’s an argument to be made that Xbox Game Pass is one of the best deals in gaming, even if the library of older Xbox games is a bit lacking. However, Microsoft and Amazon recently announced that you’re now able to play Game Pass on the Fire TV Stick. In celebration, there’s a new bundle that includes an Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K or 4K Max, an Xbox Core Wireless Controller, and a free month of Game Pass for new members.

TrimUI Smart Pro

The TrimUI Smart Pro launched with little fanfare, in part due to the lackluster software experience. Since then, we’ve seen a few different custom firmware options emerge. The latest of which is CrossMix-OS, aims to offer “an optimal experience.” Even with the plethora of options, there’s just something about the TrimUI Smart Pro that keeps us coming back. Currently, it’s on sale for a touch over $54 at AliExpress.

TrimUI Smart Pro at AliExpress

ASUS ROG Ally X is Now Available

The ROG Ally X has officially launched, meaning that you can finally get your hands on one of the most highly-anticipated Windows handhelds of the year. While there aren’t any discounts or bundles available, Best Buy is offering a promotion if you want to trade in your existing handheld. For instance, if you trade in the original ROG Ally with the Z1 Extreme, you’re able to knock $230 off the price of an Ally X. It’s not much, but it’s definitely better than nothing.

Pre-order the ROG Ally X

Deals on x86 Handhelds

We know that both MSI and ASUS have new handhelds around the corner, but that doesn’t mean that the current iterations should be ignored. This is especially the case considering that both the MSI Claw and ROG Ally have been discounted. Over at Amazon, you can save $150 on the MSI Claw. And if you need something with a bigger screen, Best Buy’s knocked $70 off the price of the Lenovo Legion Go.

Gold Medal Games Bundle

You might not have known it, but the 2024 Summer Olympics officially get underway starting today! To celebrate, the latest Humble Bundle offers a few popular sports games. These include the likes of NBA 2K24, PGA Tour 2K23, and a few others that are Deck Verified or at least “Playable on Deck.”

Skater XL
Matchpoint – Tennis Championships
Barton Lynch Pro Surfing
NBA 2K24 Kobe Bryant Edition
PGA Tour 2K23
Session: Skate Sim
Descenders
Session Skate Sim – Year 1 Pack – 20% Coupon

Humble Bundle

8BitDo Pro 2

One of the best controllers

Playing your favorite games on retro handhelds can only go so far, and there are times when you’d rather enjoy games on a bigger screen. There are so many great controllers out there, including the 8BitDo Pro 2. This controller features Hall Effect joysticks and triggers and the classic retro look that we’ve loved for years.

8BitDo Pro 2 Controller at AliExpress

ALLDOCUBE iPlay50 Mini Pro

While the Lenovo Legion Y700 gets a lot of love because of the value it offers, there’s one tablet that might offer even better value. The ALLDOCUBE iPlay50 Mini Pro costs less than $125 and is equipped with the Helio G99 chip paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage. Pair this with a controller like the BSP D8 or GameSir Galileo G8, and you have an awesome retro handheld with plenty of power.

ALLDOCUBE iPlay50 Mini Pro

GameSir Galileo G8+

Until recently, the Gamesir Galileo G8 was our favorite controller for a multitude of reasons, including being able to modify it to fit larger devices. However, some might not be a fan of needing to use the USB-C port and prefer using Bluetooth controllers. Thankfully, Gamesir has answered the call as the Galileo G8+ has finally arrived, and you grab one for yourself from AliExpress.

Galileo G8+ at AliExpress

Miyoo Mini Plus

There’s no better time than now to jump in and grab your very own Miyoo Mini Plus. It’s an incredible retro handheld that continues to impress and get even better as time marches on. The Mini Plus also allows you to enjoy classic games all the way up to the Nintendo DS. Still not convinced? Well, what if I told you that it can be yours for less than $48? Seriously, just grab one and thank us later.

Miyoo Mini Plus at AliExpress

Deals on Storage

No matter how you look at it, there’s no such thing as having too much storage. That’s why we’re constantly on the lookout for great deals on microSD cards and SSDs for our various devices. Instead of focusing on just one or two, we’ve compiled a list of different storage deals for you to check out.

Nintendo Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition

During the most recent Nintendo Direct, we didn’t learn anything about the upcoming “Super Switch.” But, we did get a new Zelda game with The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. To celebrate, Nintendo also announced the Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition. Surprisingly, this special edition Switch Lite has not been available for pre-order in the U.S., until now. While this doesn’t include the game, Best Buy is including a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership for free! Hit the button below to pre-order yours.

Pre-order the Nintendo Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition

Need a Portable Charger?

It’s wonderful being able to play your favorite retro games from pretty much anywhere. What isn’t so great is when you’re in the middle of a game and you run out of juice. That’s why we recommend grabbing a portable charger. Some of these are definitely better suited for x86 handhelds, but all of them feature a USB-A port for your retro handhelds.

Even More Deals

It’s practically impossible to round up every single deal that we come across. But, we do try our best to source and share deals for retro handhelds or accessories that we recommend. That also goes for any game deals that crop up on a daily and weekly basis. With that in mind, here are a few more deals that you should consider:

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3 Comments

Rich on May 21, 2024 at 5:19 pm
Awesome resource, thanks!!!
Jay on July 7, 2024 at 1:37 pm
Do you have any UHS-II readers that you can recommend?
Thanks!
Gotanks on July 19, 2024 at 9:40 pm
Way to go! Great round up! Also that Hyrule switch lite…. OHHH it’s so nice!