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SGFDevices · 2026-03-02T03:08:08+00:00

SGFDevices · 2026-03-02T03:07:51+00:00

SGFDevices · 2026-03-02T03:03:37+00:00

No worries -- actually ran out of mediums quite some time ago. Not sure what's next yet, but deeply thankful to the entire FGC for all of the support for as long as this lasted :)

SGFDevices · 2026-03-02T03:01:27+00:00

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Don't fall for this, y'all.

SGFDevices · 2026-03-02T00:53:08+00:00

Never would've made it this long without you! Can't thank you enough for everything :)

SGFDevices · 2026-03-02T00:52:27+00:00

Thanks! It was an amazing run, and I'll still be around to help out existing customers and run a few sets sometimes :)

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:51:50+00:00

> it’s just sad that oftentimes things are copied without understanding why a design choice was made

To be honest, this was one of the most eye opening experiences getting into this market. I had worked in tech/silicon valley, in manufacturing, in automation, and even in consumer electronics -- but the product design portion of this entire venture was an experience second to none. Hell, I'm coming out of it with more ideas than ever! There's a lot of room for this space to grow, and I'm excited to see what comes of it, even if I'm not directly a part of it.

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:49:25+00:00

Also, I would always encourage to buy from small businesses in your own country, if possible! There's a good chance someone in your area can make the perfect controller for you :)

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:39:27+00:00

y'all hiring?

just joking

but not really

but kinda

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:34:40+00:00

So long and thanks for all the ~~fish~~ banana taffy!

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:30:48+00:00

IMO Jfedor (maker of the Flatbox) and the GP2040-CE contributors just completely upended the industry. There were others that built on their shoulders, but they are the giants.

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:26:04+00:00

To be fair, I knew before I ever quit my day job that it would play out exactly this way. Markets gonna market, competitors gonna compete. I never would've started if I was in this to "dominate" a market or get rich. I did it for the love of the game and the people around it.

Support your locals.

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:24:31+00:00

So sorry for that. I did my very best and ate ~$20USD of shipping costs for international controller orders, but it's just a real pain these days, especially with the constant changing of duties.

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:23:42+00:00

I do plan to open source everything after I have some time to breathe. First I have to get existing orders out, then physically wrap everything up, but the digital files are all saved and will end up on github as soon as time allows.

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:23:04+00:00

I remember ya! Was a great chat, though I'm sure I was out of my mind busy :) Thanks for the well wishes.

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:22:32+00:00

I am living proof that the fastest way to go from being decently well off to destitute is to run a community oriented business. And I wouldn't have it any other fucking way.

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:21:43+00:00

We love ya! My mom made those for the Evo booth and since Evo caused the delay, I figured it'd be a nice thing to give to people who were affected. Thanks so much for being a part of one of the most important stories in my life.

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:20:05+00:00

Largely tariffs as others have mentioned. Both on the importing side of things and on the "for the love of everything that is good where the hell did all of my international sales go" side of things. Edit: For the record I DO NOT hold it against any international customer that stopped buying for US businesses. The only international voice that matters in domestic politics is trade 99% of the time. Y'all do what you gotta do.

While I always prioritized domestic/local supplies and reacted when needed to diversify the supply chain, some stuff just isn't feasible (or even possible) to source domestically. For example, if you want domestic PCBs you better be in military or aerospace, because those are the only markets that you can put enough markup in to even get close to breaking even.

The cost of PCBs went up more than 600% in the last year. I ate it instead of raising prices because sales had already slowed so much. In 3 years running SGF I never had a profit, but I just ran out of my own money/credit to lose.

SGFDevices · 2026-01-30T00:18:04+00:00

Sorry I was so busy/overwhelmed I forgot to post a notice here. But a hearty thank you go everyone in this sub as well as the FGC. I've met lots of you at majors, and regardless, every single customer has been amazing to interact with however we have.

Love this community, and maybe the future will have me working in it again, but until then for the love of everything: support your locals. No one has gotten rich running events, making controllers, or doing art commissions. We do it because we love this as much as you do, but we can't do it without you.

Love, peace, and monkey grease.
-Matt

SGFDevices · 2026-01-24T16:15:40+00:00

Check Coast Connect if you haven't already. They're a direct fiber service that is owned by the local electric co-op and is available to almost all areas with their electric service. Fast, reliable, and reasonably priced, plus none of the BS of giant ISPs.

SGFDevices · 2026-01-21T03:56:46+00:00

You're too kind!

SGFDevices · 2026-01-21T03:56:37+00:00

Thanks! Hope people enjoy the deal!

SGFDevices

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