I typically unplug my retro systems. Something in me tells me it could be a fire hazard to have 30 year old electronics plugged in 24/7, much less multiple old systems in one power strip. Then again, I use a 20 year old alarm clock & think nothing of it lol.
Also, CRTs pull a good bit of power so I typically leave my set unplugged. But also the "old" factor also comes in here as well.
Any one else do this? Also, I heard mixed opinions on how "healthy" this is for the consoles. I've heard it's rough to have the components be hot & cold repetitively. Some parts need a charge then & again to properly hold info IIRC.
What about about your systems that aren't "old" but are getting there. A near 15 year old PS2 isn't a spring chicken any more. Time to add your oXbox, PS2, CGN to that list?
Is it a waste of time, is it safer/less of a fire hazard, is bad on systems, is it better for systems... thoughts?