Retro Games Ltd, known for its dedication to bringing classic computing experiences to modern audiences, has officially addressed concerns about the US availability of its latest emulation-based hardware, The A1200.
This faithful recreation of the iconic Amiga 1200—a landmark in '90s personal computing—has drawn considerable attention from retro gaming enthusiasts since pre-orders went live last week on PlaionReplai's official website.
Excitement quickly turned to disappointment for many American fans when it became clear that initial shipping options were limited to European countries such as the United Kingdom, Germany, and France, among others.
US-based customers attempting to secure a pre-order were met with a notice plainly stating that the company does not currently ship to the United States, fueling questions about if or when a US launch would occur. Feedback swiftly made its way to social media platforms including Twitter/X and Facebook, as American collectors and retro tech fans voiced their frustration.
Additionally, veteran communities like the Commodore Collective and the Oasis BBS chronicled the growing discontent, highlighting the perceived silence from Retro Games Ltd regarding US distribution plans. Responding to increasing pressure for answers, Retro Games Ltd recently provided clarification on their role in the distribution process via social media correspondence.
The company explained that as a small developer, it partners with Plaion, a larger European distributor owned by Embracer Group, to handle all global sales logistics.
Retro Games Ltd stated they do not sell products directly to either retailers or the public, instead leaving sales and shipping decisions to their distribution partner. Notably, the company affirmed that US consumers will have a chance to purchase the A1200 in the near future.
While an exact date has not been provided, the company indicated that American sales are expected to be fulfilled through retail channels such as Amazon.
They attributed the current delay to the complexities of tariffs and import regulations, which require additional time to resolve. "As a small firm, we collaborate with a major EU company, Plaion, for global distribution.
We don't handle direct sales ourselves.
US sales are expected to roll out—most likely via Amazon.
Current tariff and import matters are simply taking a bit more time," the company stated in a recent reply on Twitter/X. This update should come as welcome news for US enthusiasts eager to experience The A1200, with the goal still being to synchronize the American launch with the planned European release window.
As development and distribution hurdles are addressed, details about US pre-orders and exact release dates are expected to follow soon, bringing the celebrated Amiga 1200 experience to a broader international audience.
This faithful recreation of the iconic Amiga 1200—a landmark in '90s personal computing—has drawn considerable attention from retro gaming enthusiasts since pre-orders went live last week on PlaionReplai's official website.
Excitement quickly turned to disappointment for many American fans when it became clear that initial shipping options were limited to European countries such as the United Kingdom, Germany, and France, among others.
US-based customers attempting to secure a pre-order were met with a notice plainly stating that the company does not currently ship to the United States, fueling questions about if or when a US launch would occur. Feedback swiftly made its way to social media platforms including Twitter/X and Facebook, as American collectors and retro tech fans voiced their frustration.
Additionally, veteran communities like the Commodore Collective and the Oasis BBS chronicled the growing discontent, highlighting the perceived silence from Retro Games Ltd regarding US distribution plans. Responding to increasing pressure for answers, Retro Games Ltd recently provided clarification on their role in the distribution process via social media correspondence.
The company explained that as a small developer, it partners with Plaion, a larger European distributor owned by Embracer Group, to handle all global sales logistics.
Retro Games Ltd stated they do not sell products directly to either retailers or the public, instead leaving sales and shipping decisions to their distribution partner. Notably, the company affirmed that US consumers will have a chance to purchase the A1200 in the near future.
While an exact date has not been provided, the company indicated that American sales are expected to be fulfilled through retail channels such as Amazon.
They attributed the current delay to the complexities of tariffs and import regulations, which require additional time to resolve. "As a small firm, we collaborate with a major EU company, Plaion, for global distribution.
We don't handle direct sales ourselves.
US sales are expected to roll out—most likely via Amazon.
Current tariff and import matters are simply taking a bit more time," the company stated in a recent reply on Twitter/X. This update should come as welcome news for US enthusiasts eager to experience The A1200, with the goal still being to synchronize the American launch with the planned European release window.
As development and distribution hurdles are addressed, details about US pre-orders and exact release dates are expected to follow soon, bringing the celebrated Amiga 1200 experience to a broader international audience.
