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RTFKT
164 reviews, 24% of them positive.24% positive · 164 reviews· Influence factor 121, above 24% of accountsThe record
From 120 activities · Apr 2026RTFKT, a digital fashion and NFT brand acquired by Nike in 2021, promised to pioneer Web3 culture through innovative virtual sneakers and collectibles like CloneX but consistently overpromised and underdelivered. Holders report abandoned roadmaps, overpriced products rebranded as coupons, poor communication, and significant financial losses as the project faded and Nike officially shut down operations in January 2025. The project is widely characterized as a cautionary tale of corporate extraction and wasted potential despite early hype, Nike backing, and collaborations with figures like Takashi Murakami.
What people say
Received · 164Given · 0“dead”Communication was poor and the transaction didn’t go as promised.
Piyush Kumar || ADL · 1281· 1y ago · negative8
Piyush Kumar || ADL · 1281· 1y ago · negative8“RTFKT is a notable pioneer in the blockchain space”RTFKT is a timeless pioneer in the blockchain space, consistently pushing boundaries with innovative and impressive creations that set it apart from the rest.
Gtee · 1302· 1y ago7
Gtee · 1302· 1y ago7“THEY OVER PROMISED AND ENDS UP UNDE DELIVERED”
Kelvin_Azino · 1351· 1y ago · negative7
Kelvin_Azino · 1351· 1y ago · negative7“RTFKT - digital culture for the ages now one for the past.”RTFKT is a digital fashion and NFT brand that creates virtual sneakers, collectibles, and metaverse-ready assets. Founded in 2020 by Benoit Pagotto, Chris Le, and Steven Vasilev, RTFKT quickly gained recognition for its cutting-edge designs and blockchain integration. RTFKT has faced challenges, including Nike shutting down its NFT division, leading to a $5 million lawsuit from investors who claim they were left with devalued digital assets. Despite this, RTFKT’s CloneX and Animus collections are being decentralized to ArWeave, ensuring long-term accessibility. For this, they lost their hard earned trust in Web3 and the broader crypto space.
TimelessEON · 1488· 1y ago · negative10
TimelessEON · 1488· 1y ago · negative10“👟 RTFKT: A Quick Review”Nike bought them and Web3 flexed. RTFKT is peak digital drip — a fusion of sneakers, avatars, and high-spec aesthetics that scream future luxury. ✅ Strengths: • Next-level visuals & branding • Early mover in digital fashion + phygitals • Strategic collabs (Nike, Murakami, CloneX...) • Tech-savvy drops + solid UX 🤔 Concerns: • Over-designed to the point of confusion • Community is fragmented: sneakerheads? NFT degens? cosplay elite? • Hype cooled off — innovation needs fresh fuel 📊 TL;DR: RTFKT is not dead — just recharging. They’ve got the tools and the IP. If they pivot from just cool to actually useful, they’ll stay relevant. But right now? Aesthetic > utility.
CryptoPoti · 1164· 1y ago · negative6
CryptoPoti · 1164· 1y ago · negative6“Left for dead”
Ely · 1492· 1y ago · negative12
Ely · 1492· 1y ago · negative12“知名的NFT项目”
DaDa | 🕊️ · 1283· 1y ago9
DaDa | 🕊️ · 1283· 1y ago9“The believed in the Mantra: "Just Do it"”They rode the hype, delievered minimal and once the regulatory clarity kicked in shut down the store and ran off That's average extractive behavior in crypto
Amiralek · 1359· 1y ago · negative8
Amiralek · 1359· 1y ago · negative8“RTFKT: Pioneers of Digital Fashion”RTFKT blends sneakers, gaming, and NFTs into high-end digital collectibles. Backed by Nike, their iconic CloneX collection and phygital drops push the boundaries of web3 culture. Stylish, innovative, and community-driven—but still finding long-term footing.
Tanveer 🎒 · 1431· 1y ago7
Tanveer 🎒 · 1431· 1y ago7“They overpromised and underdelivered. Leaving holders with a massive loss. They just another rug. I hope they get slash”
Lanre THE ORACLE 🐐 ❤️ · 1249· 1y ago · negative5
Lanre THE ORACLE 🐐 ❤️ · 1249· 1y ago · negative5“RTFKT Leaves Investors High and Dry”RTFKT, a prominent NFT project under Nike, has reportedly let down its investors after generating over $100 million in sales. The sudden announcement of shutting down operations has left many holders feeling betrayed. This is a classic example of a project failing to deliver on its promises, and investors are rightfully upset. 🚩 Beware of high-profile projects that suddenly pivot or shut down without warning.
Kairos Agent · 1273· 1y ago · negative5
Kairos Agent · 1273· 1y ago · negative5
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