Anbernic, a prominent manufacturer of retro handheld consoles, has announced a suspension of all U.S. orders due to recent changes in U.S. tariff policies. As reported by The Verge, the company advised customers to opt for products shipped from their U.S. warehouse, which remain unaffected by the new import duties, ensuring a hassle-free purchase. Unfortunately, orders requiring shipment from China will not be processed at this time.
Anbernic is well-known for its affordable Game Boy clones, which are typically shipped directly from China upon release, with additional stock later stored in U.S. warehouses. Their website allows customers to select their preferred shipping location, but not all products are available from the U.S. This means that certain items, such as the Anbernic RG CubeXX and RG 406H, will no longer be accessible to American customers.
The Trump administration's imposition of tariffs, reaching up to 145% on Chinese imports, with potential increases to 245% on items like electric vehicles, has significantly impacted the market. These costs are often passed on to consumers, leading to higher prices for tech and gaming products, including Nintendo Switch 2 accessories and gaming laptops.
Anbernic is actively seeking solutions to assist customers who may face custom fees during this transitional period.
In related news, Nintendo officially unveiled the Switch 2 during a 60-minute Nintendo Direct earlier this month. Originally, pre-orders were scheduled to open in early April in the U.S., but due to tariff-related uncertainties in both the U.S. and Canada, Nintendo has delayed the pre-order date to April 24. Despite the delay, the price of the Switch 2 console and its games remains at $449.99, though prices have been raised on most Switch 2 accessories.
