Following the Trump administration's introduction of high tariffs on imports, the board game industry is bracing for significant changes. A survey by Cardboard Edison found that many publishers anticipate raising prices and reducing the scale of games. A quarter of those surveyed may stop production altogether, while reliance on traditional retail logistics is waning. Almost all respondents foresee increased consumer prices, and two-thirds plan smaller print runs, indicating a contraction in the market that could hinder the growth of the tabletop game sector.
Less than two weeks after the Trump administration's announcement of historically high tariffs on virtually all goods imported into the United States, the board game industry appears set for an unexpected reckoning.
Cardboard Edison conducted a survey revealing that nearly a quarter of board game publishers plan to stop making games due to anticipated price hikes from tariffs.
The survey indicates that about 90% of publishers expect consumer prices on board games to rise, with two-thirds expecting smaller print runs and fewer new game signings.
Publishers are actively seeking ways to cut out distributors and retailers to cope with decreased margins due to tariffs, threatening brick and mortar game stores' inventory.
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