If you’ve been eyeing the PUMA xAnimal Crossingcollaboration but couldn’t justify the price tag, Nintendo just made at least one piece more tempting. The Phantom Black Tee from the collection just dropped by 40% at the Nintendo Store, bringing it down to a much more reasonable price point.
Rather than plastering characters across the front, the shirt features thoughtful design elements like the cork label (a nice nod to the game’s crafting system) and subtle branding that references New Horizons without screaming about it. Let’s take a look at it!
What Makes This Tee Worth Picking Up?
At its original $40 price point, the tee was sitting in that awkward “maybe later” category for many fans. With the new 40% discount, it’s suddenly in impulse-buy territory, especially for anyone who appreciates merch they can actually wear in real-life social settings.
What’s cool about this particular shirt is how it manages to capture the Animal Crossing vibe without looking like something exclusively for gaming sessions. The relaxed fit and understated design make it versatile enough for casual outings, while fellow fans will still catch the references.
While the other pieces in the collection (including thesneakers,hoodies, andsweatpants) remain at their original prices, this discounted shirt offers an affordable entry point for fans who want a piece of the collab without committing to the higher-priced items.
If you just want to give off a subtle nod to your island life without broadcasting “I havestrongopinions about… turnip prices” or thatyou love finding absolutely hilarious spots for fossilswithin the game to the entire world, this is your chance to go for the prize. So, for the low-low price of a few Nook Miles Tickets, you’re able to grab a piece of Animal Crossing merch that won’t have Tom Nook showing up to demand mortgage payments every time you wear it.
