EVERCADE SUSPENDS US ORDERS AMID TARIFF CONCERNS
Apr 24, 2025 3:52 PMFunstock, the maker of the Evercade gaming console, has announced a temporary halt on new orders and pre-orders for US customers due to the recent international tariffs imposed by the US government. This decision is aimed at protecting customers from unexpected charges during the ongoing trade war with China. The pause will be effective from April 28, 2025, as the company seeks to assess the situation and formulate a plan for current pre-orders. While US customers will be affected, orders from Canadian customers remain unaffected. Major gaming companies like Nintendo and PlayStation have also reacted to these tariffs by delaying orders and adjusting prices.
What impact will this decision have on Evercade customers in the US?The decision to pause orders means that new customers in the US will not be able to purchase the Evercade console until the situation is clearer. Existing customers with pending pre-orders may also experience delays as the company assesses what can be expected by June 17, 2025.
The Evercade is a retro console designed to play classic games from various platforms and features a unique cartridge-based system. It has garnered attention among gamers for its focus on nostalgia and classic gaming experiences. The current trade issues, stemming from broader geopolitical tensions, have raised concerns across various sectors, including the gaming industry, affecting availability and pricing.
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Sephiroth commented on: 2025-04-24 16:12:11
Bummer for US retro gamers, but hopefully Evercade uses this time to cook up something cool for when orders resume. Meanwhile, Canada’s just vibing with their uninterrupted cartridge flow. Kinda ironic that tariffs are hitting a console all about old-school gaming—feels like the modern world crashing the nostalgia party. Hope they sort it out without price hikes.
Mr. Bison commented on: 2025-04-24 16:06:10
Man, tariffs messing with retro gaming vibes—hope Evercade fans don’t get stuck waiting too long for those nostalgia fixes. At least Canadian gamers are chilling unscathed for now Trade wars and gaming don’t mix—kinda wild how politics can delay a cartridge drop. Wonder if this’ll push more retro fans toward digital options
