8BitDo, a leading third-party controller manufacturer based in China, has announced a temporary halt on shipments to the United States due to high tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. This decision reflects concerns that significant price increases could deter buyers and damage the brand's identity. Currently, only products from their U.S. warehouse are being shipped, while those from the Chinese warehouse are paused. Other manufacturers, like Blaze Entertainment, have also followed suit. Despite the disruptions, some 8BitDo products remain available at retail prices through Amazon, but supplies may dwindle as time goes on.
"Due to U.S. tariffs, only products from our U.S. warehouse are available for shipping to the United States. China warehouse shipping is temporarily paused."
"If a controller that has sold for $50 for years is suddenly $100 or more, the number of buyers would plummet and 8BitDo's brand identity would be damaged, perhaps irrevocably."
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