Hamster Kombat, a Telegram-based tapping game, has taken the play-to-earn space by storm with its innovative gameplay and lucrative rewards. While the title may suggest hamsters fighting, the game actually revolves around players tapping on an image of a cartoon hamster to earn in-game coins. These coins can then be used to upgrade the player’s crypto exchange in the game.
Similar to its predecessor Notcoin, Hamster Kombat quickly gained popularity and amassed over 300 million players before launching its own token, HMSTR, via The Open Network (TON) in late September 2024. The token launch was one of the biggest gaming token launches of the year, based on its peak value.
The gameplay of Hamster Kombat involves tapping to earn coins, which can then be used to purchase upgrades for the player’s exchange. These upgrades enable players to passively earn more coins and grow their exchange further. The game recently concluded its first season and is currently in an “Interlude” season where players can earn in-game diamonds ahead of the upcoming second season.
The HMSTR token airdrop on TON drew a massive player base and reached a peak market cap of $646 million on the launch date. However, the token’s value has since decreased, leading to complaints from some players about small token allocations. Despite this, Hamster Kombat has a robust roadmap for the future, with plans to launch a new full Season 2 of gameplay, integrate third-party games, and expand beyond the Telegram ecosystem.
In addition, Hamster Kombat is set to launch a progressive web app (PWA) for the game, making it accessible on iOS, Android, and desktop computers without the need for the Telegram mini app. With its exciting gameplay and ambitious plans for the future, Hamster Kombat is poised to remain a dominant player in the play-to-earn space for years to come. Hamster Kombat, a popular blockchain-based game, has big plans for the future. In addition to their current features, the developers are working on integrating the game with desktop games to provide a more immersive gaming experience. They also aim to introduce Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) into Hamster Kombat, allowing players to own unique in-game assets that can be traded or sold.
One of the most exciting developments is the team’s plan to buy and burn HMSTR tokens over time. By reducing the token supply, they hope to increase the value of HMSTR tokens and create a more sustainable economy within the game. This strategy could benefit both players and investors alike, as the increased value of the tokens could lead to greater rewards and incentives within the game.
Despite their current success on Telegram, the team is looking to expand their reach to capture a wider audience. While Telegram will remain a crucial part of the Hamster Kombat ecosystem, the team recognizes the importance of reaching out to new platforms and audiences. By diversifying their presence, they hope to attract more players and increase exposure for the game.
Overall, the future looks bright for Hamster Kombat. With plans to integrate with desktop games, introduce NFTs, and implement token burning strategies, the game is poised for even greater success in the coming months. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting developments from the world of Hamster Kombat.
Editor’s note: This story was originally published on June 2, 2024, and has been updated with new details on October 7.