The new wave of bonus cards for Hamster Kombat, the Telegram-based viral game, has been rolled out by its developers. The release, first reported by Sports Express, details a limited-time offer running from August 8 to August 9. Players are invited to engage with the game’s latest upgrade cycle and explore what these bonuses bring to the in-game economy and experience.
To unlock the bonus sequence, a player must either purchase or upgrade a trio of cards: X Network 10 Million, Gym hamster, and Influencers. These cards are positioned within the PR Team and Specials categories, making them accessible to dedicated players who routinely explore the game’s card shop and event pages. The process emphasizes strategic collection, as the combination of these three specific cards activates the reward pathway and advances players toward the next milestone.
Those who successfully complete the combination receive a one-time disbursement of 5 million in-game HMSTR tokens. The game’s cadence sets the next combination to appear the following day at 15:00 Moscow time, encouraging consistent participation and ongoing engagement from a growing player base.
Hamster Kombat has gained attention as a popular Telegram clicker game, with creators promising that accumulated points could eventually be converted into cryptocurrency following a planned listing on crypto exchanges. Yet commentary from industry observers remains cautious. Analysts have raised concerns about the long-term financial viability of the project as the user base expands, highlighting distribution challenges that could emerge with a larger audience. For example, Vladimir Smerkis, formerly the head of Binance in the CIS, noted that as the number of players climbs, token distribution mechanisms may become more complex and harder to manage [Sports Express]. Blockchain expert Oleg Lupikov has advised tempered expectations regarding substantial winnings in Hamster Kombat, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the speculative nature of such in-game economies [Sports Express].
The competitive landscape around crypto gaming on Telegram is characterized by several notable projects. Hamster Kombat faces competition from titles like Catizen and Blum, among others, all vying for attention in a market that blends social interaction, quick play, and digital asset concepts. This crowded environment highlights the need for clear value propositions, trustworthy mechanics, and transparent communications to retain players and sustain growth within the ecosystem [Sports Express].
Earlier reports in RuNet also pointed to the emergence of numerous Hamster Kombat-inspired scam sites, a reminder of the risks that accompany rapid popularity in new gaming formats and tokenized experiences. Community members and observers stress the importance of verifying project legitimacy, understanding tokenomics, and staying informed about official channels and updates to avoid misleading claims. The broader takeaway is a call for cautious participation and careful research when engaging with blockchain-connected games and markets [Sports Express].