The Final Fantasy franchise meets a special milestone as it comes up on its 35th year anniversary and to mark the occasion, it works with UNIQLO UT on a collection. The duo launched 16 graphic tees to celebrate the franchise's 16 games which include the first pixelated origins up to the new highly anticipated Final Fantasy XVI and its cast of characters.
To accompany the graphic tees, the brands also join heads to create a deck of playing cards to be included in the capsule. This mainly features the admired Chocobos along with Lady Lunagreya, Prince Noctis, and much more. Fans are able to buy the box set, which is only limited to 5,000 - it includes a special edition cold playing card deck and the 16 tees.
Video Game-Themed Graphic Tees
UNIQLO UT Joins Final Fantasy to Honor its 35th Anniversary
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