President Donald Trump is contemplating imposing a 25% tariff on goods imported from Mexico, potentially affecting the prices of physical and digital video games. The administration is considering implementing the tariffs starting February 1, which could impact the cost of manufacturing disc-based games in Mexico. Mat Piscatella, an industry analyst, suggests that these tariffs may lead to increased game prices for consumers, affecting both physical and digital versions. The potential rise in game prices, coupled with escalating development costs, might push game prices higher in the upcoming months. Experts speculate that popular titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 could surpass the current $70 threshold. Any price hikes could negatively impact physical game sales, which are already relatively low. Stay tuned for updates on the potential impacts of these tariffs on the gaming industry.
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