Anbernic Suspends US Deliveries Over Tariffs

Retro handheld console maker Anbernic has temporarily halted all U.S. shipments.

As reported by The Verge, the company cited "recent changes to U.S. tariff regulations" and advised customers to "focus on products available from our U.S. warehouse, which currently face no import duties and remain fully purchasable." The company will not fulfill any orders requiring direct shipment from China.

Anbernic built its reputation producing affordable Game Boy-inspired devices, typically shipping newly released units directly from China before stocking surplus inventory in American warehouses.

While the company's website offers shipping location options, not all products have U.S. inventory - meaning American gamers can no longer purchase certain models like the Anbernic RG CubeXX or RG 406H.

The current administration has imposed tariffs as high as 145% on Chinese imports, with some categories like electric vehicles potentially facing combined duties reaching 245%. Though some supply chain members might absorb these costs, most typically pass them to consumers. Gamers are already feeling the pinch across tech products, from Nintendo Switch 2 peripherals to gaming laptops.

Anbernic stated it's "exploring solutions" for customers affected by customs fees "during this adjustment period."

Nintendo recently revealed the Switch 2 during a 60-minute Nintendo Direct presentation. While preorders were initially scheduled for early April in the U.S., tariff concerns in both the U.S. and Canada pushed the preorder date to April 24. Nintendo maintained the $449.99 base price for the console and games, but increased costs for most Switch 2 accessories during this delay.