Operating on Low Battery. Tee — Mentally Elsewhere Collection by Bored Games Apparel™
OPERATING ON LOW BATTERY. is a simple status update — still running, just not at full capacity. It captures those days when you’re functioning, responding, and showing up… but conserving energy wherever you can.
Designed with a clean, text-forward layout, this tee keeps the message calm and matter-of-fact. No exaggeration. No punchline. Just an honest readout that feels familiar the moment you see it.
This isn’t about stopping.
It’s about pacing.
Made for overthinkers, busy professionals, creatives, and anyone navigating long days with limited bandwidth, OPERATING ON LOW BATTERY. is understated, wearable, and built for everyday rotation.
Why This Tee MattersA minimal, text-only design built around modern energy burnout
Clean layout that reads instantly and wears effortlessly
Relatable without leaning into novelty or trends
Designed to feel calm, honest, and intentional
An easy everyday tee that fits seamlessly into rotation
About the CollectionThis tee is part of the Mentally Elsewhere collection — a series built around overthinking, burnout, time blindness, and modern adult survival humor. Each design is intentionally minimal, text-forward, and designed to feel worn-in from day one. Quiet statements. Clean design. No explaining required.
Product Features- 100% combed, ring-spun cotton (4.2 oz / 142 g/m²) — lightweight, soft, premium feel
- Retail fit with side seams — modern silhouette with a true store-bought shape
- Shoulder-to-shoulder taping for added durability
- Tear-away label for all-day comfort
- High-quality DTG/DTF printing for crisp, long-lasting text
- Built to maintain softness, shape, and contrast wash after wash
To keep this shirt looking clean and fresh:
- Machine wash cold, inside out
- Tumble dry low or hang dry
- Do not bleach
- Do not iron directly on the design
With side seams
Located along the sides, they help hold the garment's shape longer and give it structural support
Ribbed knit collar with seam
Ribbed knit makes the collar highly elastic and helps retain its shape
Shoulder tape
Twill tape covers the shoulder seams to stabilize the back of the garment and prevent stretching
Sleeve Printing Techniques
Most providers fulfill their sleeve prints using the Direct-to-Film (DTF) method, ensuring crisp, detailed designs. TextilDruck and Fulfill Engine use Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing for their sleeves, providing vibrant colors and a smooth finish
Neck Label Printing Techniques
Most providers print their labels using Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing, ensuring crisp, detailed designs. Meanwhile, TextilDruck and Stoked on Printing use Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing for their labels, providing vibrant colors and a smooth finish
Age restrictions
For adults
Other compliance information
REACH Certified
Country of origin
Blank product sourced from Honduras
Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F); Non-chlorine: bleach as needed; Tumble dry: low heat; Iron, steam or dry: medium heat; Do not dryclean.
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