With Hamster Kombat Season 1 officially ending on September 20, the mining of Hamster Coins has concluded, and there are no more Daily Cipher Challenges. As players prepare for the highly anticipated $HMSTR token airdrop, scheduled for September 26, 2024, the game has entered an "interlude season." This update reflects the recent changes to the game and what you can do to prepare ahead of the token launch.

• Hamster Kombat Season 1 ended on September 20, 2024, marking the conclusion of in-game Hamster Coin mining.

• Daily Cipher challenges have been removed, as the game enters an interlude phase before the $HMSTR token airdrop.

• The snapshot was taken on September 20 and the Token Generation Event (TGE) is scheduled for September 26, 2024.

Following the Season 1 snapshot taken on September 20, Hamster Kombat entered an "interlude season" as it prepares for the $HMSTR token launch. During this phase, many familiar features have been paused or removed while the developers calculate airdrop allocations and finalize preparations for Season 2.

Gone are the Daily Cipher Challenges and in-game coins. Tapping on the main screen no longer earns rewards, and the Mine menu—along with all crypto exchange upgrades—has been disabled. This interlude season offers players a chance to focus on alternative in-game activities as they wait for the upcoming airdrop.

Read more: Hamster Kombat Season 1 Ends on September 20: Snapshot and Airdrop on the Horizon

Though mining and cipher challenges are over, players can still earn in-game diamonds by engaging with other activities, such as:

• Playing both native and partnered games in the Hamster Kombat ecosystem.

• Inviting friends to join the game.

• Following Hamster Kombat on social media and watching videos on YouTube.

Additionally, a new Mine submenu is accessible in the Playground section, where players can use diamonds to purchase and upgrade startup-themed cards. These cards provide additional opportunities to earn more diamonds, setting players up for future rewards in Season 2 as diamonds play a key role in the upcoming airdrop. 

Pro Tip: You can also trade Hamster Kombat ($HMSTR) tokens on KuCoin Pre-Market Trading for an early glimpse at the HMSTR token price ahead of the official launch.

On September 20, 2024, the Hamster Kombat team took a snapshot of all player activity. This snapshot will determine the allocation of $HMSTR tokens during the upcoming airdrop. The official Token Generation Event (TGE) is set for September 26, 2024. To ensure you receive your airdrop:

1. Verify Your Activity: Ensure that all in-game tasks tied to airdrop eligibility have been completed.

2. Link Your TON Wallet: Make sure your TON-compatible wallet is properly connected to receive your $HMSTR tokens.

3. Prepare for Market Activity: Following the TGE, expect significant market activity and potential price fluctuations as $HMSTR becomes available on various exchanges.

Read more:

• Hamster Kombat Announces Token Airdrop and Launch on The Open Network for September 26

• Hamster Kombat Airdrop Task 1 Goes Live: How to Link Your TON Wallet

• Hamster Kombat Adds Airdrop Allocation Points Feature Ahead of HMSTR Airdrop

With Season 1 now concluded, the interlude season acts as a bridge before the launch of Season 2. Although details about the next season are limited, players can expect new challenges, enhanced rewards, and the integration of $HMSTR tokens into the game’s economy. Here’s how you can prepare for the next phase:

• Earn Diamonds Now: Focus on accumulating in-game diamonds by participating in the available activities during the interlude. Watch out for any diamond code challenges coming up in the game. 

• Watch for Airdrop News: Stay updated through the official Hamster Kombat Telegram channel for announcements about the airdrop and Season 2.

• Secure Your Wallet: Double-check that your TON wallet is set up correctly to receive your $HMSTR tokens.

As both Hamster Kombat and Catizen prepare to release their token airdrops on The Open Network (TON), concerns have been raised about potential network congestion. With over 300 million players involved in Hamster Kombat and a significant number of active users in recent months, TON Core developers have issued warnings that the influx of players claiming their tokens could strain the network and lead to delays.

Read more: Catizen Airdrop Guide: Stake and Earn $CATI Amid the Token Launch

With the end of Hamster Kombat Season 1 and the removal of familiar earning mechanisms, the game has entered a brief interlude season ahead of the $HMSTR airdrop on September 26, 2024. To prepare for this transition, make sure you’ve completed all in-game tasks, linked your TON wallet, and focused on earning diamonds through alternative activities. As Season 2 approaches, expect new ways to earn and a stronger integration of $HMSTR tokens into the game’s economy.

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