Evercade Confirms Uninterrupted Release Plans Amid US Trade Tariffs and Distribution Shifts

Evercade, the innovative retro gaming system by Blaze Entertainment, has become a leading choice for classic game enthusiasts, delivering a unique cartridge-based experience across its range of handhelds and consoles.

However, recent developments in global trade policy—specifically, tariffs introduced by the United States—have presented notable challenges for the retro gaming community and manufacturers alike. Blaze Entertainment recently addressed these challenges, confirming that the availability of Evercade consoles and the Super Pocket range in the US will experience temporary changes due to ongoing tariff concerns.

According to the company, only current stock remains available for US customers, as fresh imports have been impacted by the evolving situation.

The company expressed hope that these disruptions will ease in the coming weeks, allowing for pre-orders on new products to resume in the region. Despite these short-term obstacles, Blaze Entertainment remains committed to its release schedule.

A spokesperson for the developer stated in clear terms that their “plans for launching new game collections and hardware devices will continue as expected, without any interruption.” The company also revealed that, to bolster its US presence amid these challenges, it has secured a new distribution agreement aiming to expand Evercade’s reach in American retail outlets.

This partnership positions Blaze favorably for a swift scale-up of supply once the tariff situation stabilizes. The company is also taking steps to strengthen its foothold in Europe, negotiating a new distribution deal to ensure continued growth and accessibility for Evercade products across the continent.

Blaze emphasized that regardless of trade fluctuations, maintaining consistent and reliable access to their collections for fans remains a top priority. In terms of specific product schedules, there is a noteworthy adjustment: the highly anticipated NEO GEO Arcade 1 pre-order date has shifted from the beginning of the month to its end, with a launch window now set for August.

Blaze indicated that this revised timeline will provide flexibility in adapting to the current landscape and give collectors ample opportunity to reserve their units ahead of the official release. As Blaze Entertainment continues to navigate the complexities of international trade and supply chain management, Evercade fans in North America and Europe can rest assured that new hardware and game collections remain on track.

The company’s unwavering focus on growth and user satisfaction, coupled with freshly inked distribution deals, signals a bright future for the Evercade platform in both established and emerging markets.

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