The world of crypto and NFT gaming is buzzing with activity, with high-profile games launching, token airdrops on the horizon, and an ever-increasing array of developments unfolding. Staying updated can be overwhelming, but we’ve got you covered with This Week in Crypto Games.
Our weekend roundup highlights the most significant news from the past week, along with additional tidbits you might have missed. Plus, we feature some of our original stories from the week for you to explore.
Hamster Kombat Sets Airdrop Date
The popular tap-to-earn Telegram game Hamster Kombat announced via its official channel that the highly anticipated HMSTR token will launch on The Open Network (TON) on September 26, with an airdrop for players scheduled for the same date. Initially slated for a July release, the token’s launch was delayed due to the extensive planning required for such a large-scale event. Since its debut this spring, Hamster Kombat has garnered over 300 million players, with more than 80 million active users in the past month alone.
However, the airdrop announcement coincided with extended downtime on TON last week, triggered by demand from another airdrop with a smaller audience. The big question now is: can TON handle the upcoming Hamster Kombat launch? Developers from both TON and the Hamster Kombat team are in discussions about this challenge.
Rocky Rabbit Follows Suit with Airdrop Plans
Hamster Kombat isn’t the only game making waves. Rocky Rabbit, another rising Telegram game, announced its own token airdrop date last week. With a unique twist on the Hamster Kombat formula by incorporating a fitness theme, Rocky Rabbit is set to drop its RabBitcoin (RBTC) token on TON on September 23. The timing raises the question: is Rocky Rabbit launching earlier to avoid being overshadowed by the Hamster Kombat hype? Either way, the RBTC token is poised to be a major event for Telegram gamers this September.
New NFL Rivals Season to Kick Off
On the heels of these airdrop announcements, NFL Rivals, the officially licensed mobile football game from Mythical Games, is gearing up for its second season launch on September 5, coinciding with the start of the NFL season. The new season, titled “Year 2,” promises exciting additions, including new game modes, distinctive pack drops, and innovative ways for fans to immerse themselves in the sport. According to John Linden, CEO of Mythical Games, the introduction of a new PvP mode will be the “biggest upgrade” since the launch of the in-game NFT marketplace.
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