The import tariffs implemented by former U.S. President Trump continue affecting American gamers, with Razer's Blade 16 gaming laptop being the latest casualty.
Import tariffs function as taxes on specific imported goods. While companies could theoretically absorb these expenses within their supply chains, consumers typically end up bearing the brunt through higher prices—particularly problematic for gaming and tech enthusiasts facing rising costs.
Some products are vanishing from storefronts entirely. As The Verge reported, although Razer initially listed the Blade 16 for U.S. sale through April 1, the purchase option has since disappeared completely from their website.
While European gamers can currently order the new gaming laptop (when available—currently sold out in the UK), Razer's U.S. site now only shows a "Notify Me" button without any pricing information. Attempting to access the Buy Now page leads to a 404 error.
Razer isn't alone in quietly adjusting sales during this market uncertainty. The tariffs affecting China and Taiwan—critical manufacturing hubs for PC components—are impacting entire supply chains. Memory producer Micron warned about impending surcharges, while PC manufacturer Framework has temporarily halted certain U.S. product sales.
This follows last week's removal of the Nintendo Switch 2's pre-order date (originally scheduled for April 9) from U.S. listings after Trump-era tariffs disrupted financial markets. The situation rapidly extended to Canada, where Nintendo confirmed pre-order delays.
The gaming community now worries Nintendo may further increase both the Switch 2's launch price (already facing criticism) and game pricing in response to these economic pressures.
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