Viktor Spindler
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Viktor Spindler
@fintech-dev.bsky.social
CTO & Co-Founder @ Alinea Analytics Sharing intriguing insights and trends from the gaming market
5/5 At the end of the day, the global appetite for games isn’t going anywhere. Demand remains strong, and for studios that adapt, there’s plenty of room to grow, connect, and thrive in a changing world.
April 4, 2025 at 8:15 PM
4/5 Developers selling digital-copies are less impacted by tariffs. Since digital goods aren’t subject to tariffs, they face fewer logistical hurdles, meaning their sales are likely to be impacted less by the trade disruptions.
April 4, 2025 at 8:15 PM
3/5 Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 could be affected by tariff increases, especially if production remains in regions subject to high import duties. Any cost increases could impact pricing and availability, particularly in North America and Europe.
April 4, 2025 at 8:15 PM
2/5 Console makers like Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo rely heavily on manufacturing in certain regions. New tariffs on imports could raise costs on consoles and components, pressuring margins. This may accelerate shifts to alternative production hubs (Vietnam & Mexico?).
April 4, 2025 at 8:15 PM