DriveThruRPG to increase Print on Demand prices soon

DriveThruRPG, a popular online store for tabletop games, is set to increase the prices of its Print on Demand (POD) books starting April 1, 2025. This change is due to new tariffs affecting imports from Canada and Mexico. The tariffs, originally announced by President Trump, are causing economic uncertainty in the publishing industry. Under the new pricing structure, small black-and-white hardcover books will see price increases of nearly 20%, while larger ones could go up by almost 50%. Softcover books are also expected to face significant increases, and color printings will rise by 12-13%. In the UK, prices will rise by about 3%. DriveThruRPG's Director of Partner Relations stated that these increases are based on price adjustments from their printing partner. The publishing industry was already preparing for the impact of these tariffs. Many publishers rely on materials from Canada, and the price rises will affect various types of books. DriveThruRPG is an essential part of the tabletop gaming ecosystem, supporting numerous publishers and related platforms. As prices increase, creators using DriveThruRPG to fulfill physical print rewards may face challenges. This could lead to fewer games with print options or higher costs for crowdfunded projects. The overall effects on the industry are still unclear. Some creators are exploring alternative printing options to cope with potential price hikes. The tariffs will officially be implemented on April 2, 2025, so customers may want to make purchases before the price increases take effect on DriveThruRPG products.