2025 and Beyond

Nov 8, 2024

Hey Fam, how's it going?

2024 was a slow year for SGF (and gaming as an industry). I'm committed to keeping SGF strong and stable to weather the storm. While things have always been run lean, there's still ways to cut costs. However, given the international trade policy outlook for the US in 2025, based on the data we have as of now, it's likely but not guaranteed that we will have to increase prices in 2025.

In an effort to keep prices as low as possible, SGF will be temporarily closing to relocate to a place with lower fixed costs starting Dec 30, 2024. During this time, all products on the website will go to Out Of Stock status. All orders placed before 12 Noon CT on Dec 30, 2024 will be processed without change. More details on timing for re-opening will be shared as they become available.

Customer support and service will continue uninterrupted during the relocation. SGF's first priority will always be customers, so please don't hesitate to reach out for any help needed even when the store is out of inventory.

Depending on how quickly trade policy changes and to what degree, this could mean that the end of 2024 is the final time to certain products at existing prices. While I make everything I can myself here in the USA, there are some things that simply must be imported and are not available domestically. Largely these are electronic components. Based on this forecast, SGF may expect to see a tariff increase of 60-80% or more on imported electronic components. Should this come to pass, retail prices of products implementing these parts will likely need to increase significantly in order to cover these costs, before even accounting for associated inflation in other areas due to the cascading effects.

I know this is inconvenient, but SGF is dedicated to making sure that you are able to shop for the holidays and receive continued support for your products for the lowest prices possible even during this transition period. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out via any means -- email, social media, etc.

Thank you for your support and the amazing opportunity to make products for you. I deeply appreciate it. Love and support your community, and SGF will keep doing the same.

Matt

Founder/CEO, SGF Devices

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