The situation in the world now criticizes that Donald Trump The President has returned United StatesSince they intend to increase in part of the tariff agreement, which indicates many important products with important prices rise, 25% To be more precise. It will clearly affect the video game market and not only affect the countries around the United States, but also the citizens of the same land in North America.
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) Warning that Duty Taxes by the administration can “significantly damage” to consumer and industry in the United States. In a statement issued, the ESA called for a dialogue with the private sector to avoid economic impacts and guarantee the growth of the sector. Association presents great names as interactive entertainment Microsoft, Nintendo, Sony, Square Aix, Ubisoft, Epic Games Y Electronic Arts.
Signed to the Executive Order Trump By imposing tariffs on imported goods from Canada, China and MexicoWhich has created commercial revenge by these countries. China, already, has announced that it will file a complaint World Trade OrganizationThe When new Tackle They will soon be in effect, the President indicated that he would temporarily suspend the tariff Mexico After the conversation with him Cloudia Shainboum.
Their impacts are still being evaluated in the video game industry, but some analysts have indicated possible response about hardware and production. David Gibson, MST is a financial analyst, said Chinese will not affect the rate Switch 2 In the United States, though imposed on Vietnam, the situation may change, where the main components are also created.
If uncertainty about future measures remain dormant, especially after Trump Indicate that the tariffs with the European Union “must happen”. These commercial restrictions can increase console, accessories and games, which affect both the developers and customers in the market that depend on global production.