Hypervenom Phantom RGN: Nike's iconic boot is back and it's hot.

Some boots make history. Others rewrite it.

Back in 2013, Nike dropped a bombshell with the launch of the Hypervenom Phantom — a silhouette that ended the Total 90 era and sparked a new generation of attacking football. Fast-forward to 2025, and the Swoosh is doing what they do best: digging into the archives and delivering pure gems. Introducing the Nike Hypervenom Phantom RGN — a lethal reissue of one of football’s most iconic boots, reimagined for today’s game.

This one’s for the pure finishers. The chaos-makers. The fearless. Worn by the legends like Neymar, Rooney, Lewandowski, Kane, and Alexis Sánchez, the OG Hypervenom Phantom wasn’t just a statement — it was a revolution. Neymar led the charge, dancing through defences in 'Bright Citrus', and now, over a decade later, that same colourway is back.

Old Soul. New Bite.

Let’s talk build. The Hypervenom Phantom RGN stays true to the DNA of the original: that famous NikeSkin upper, with honeycomb mesh and Gripskin texture for ball control that feels supernatural. Add in the Hypervenom 3 soleplate for sharper traction, and you’ve got a boot that feels just as deadly in 2025 as it did when Neymar was twisting defenders at the Camp Nou.

The visual? Pure nostalgia. That bold Black/Bright Citrus combo hits hard — fiery orange upper, reversed Swoosh on the heel, and the iconic skull & crossbones motif to seal the deal. Whether you’re reliving your glory days or about to create new ones, this drop brings the heat.

Performance That Lives Up to the Legacy.

The new Hypervenom RGN isn’t just a museum piece. Nike’s packed it with tech to power today’s fast-footed finishers:

• NikeSkin upper with updated mesh + Gripskin for precision touch

• Three-quarter-length Zoom Air unit for explosive responsiveness

• Speed cage & Flyknit collar for lockdown fit

• Hypervenom 3 soleplate with aggressive stud pattern for next-level cuts

It’s the perfect blend of the past and present — engineered for the future of football. Already spotted on Lewandowski, Putellas or Palmer, this one is for the purist.

And like the best goals, this one won’t last long. The Nike Hypervenom Phantom RGN is a limited release — don’t blink, it's a popular one.

Releasing date: Thursday, May 29th 2025.

Q&A – Nike Hypervenom Phantom RGN 'Bright Citrus'

Q: What’s the inspiration behind the Hypervenom RGN SE?
A: It’s a faithful reissue of the original 2013 Hypervenom Phantom I, Nike’s breakout attacking boot, worn by Neymar and designed for lethal agility.

Q: What’s new in this version?
A: It keeps the OG NikeSkin + mesh upper but upgrades the soleplate with Hypervenom 3 tech for modern traction and control.

Q: What’s the launch colourway?
A: Black and Bright Citrus — the exact combo Neymar rocked in the original drop. Pure nostalgia with a performance edge. But stay tuned, another colourway could drop soon.

Q: Is this a limited edition?
A: Yes — the Hypervenom RGN SE is part of Nike’s Rare Gems series. Stock is extremely limited.

Q: Where can I buy the Hypervenom RGN SE?
A: You can shop them at Ultra Football — online or in-store in Melbourne and Sydney.