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View ChartHamster Kombat is a viral Telegram-based play-to-earn (P2E) game that has captured global attention by gamifying crypto education and airdrop farming.
Hamster Kombat is a tap-to-earn mini-app on Telegram where players tap a hamster avatar to generate in-game "coins," simulating the role of a crypto exchange CEO. The game cleverly combines simple gameplay with crypto education, preparing its vast player base for the launch of its native HMSTR token.
HMSTR has a fixed total and maximum supply of 100,000,000,000 (100B) tokens, with roughly 64.38B (about 64%) in circulation. The token was listed on September 26, 2024, the same date as the player airdrop.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name (Ticker) | Hamster Kombat (HMSTR) |
| Alternative Names | Hamster |
| Consensus Mechanism | Not applicable at the game level — the game runs inside Telegram, while the HMSTR token is issued on The Open Network (TON) and inherits TON's consensus and block production. |
| Smart Contracts | To be deployed on TON blockchain |
| Category | Play-to-Earn (P2E), GameFi, Telegram Mini-App |
| Hash Algorithm | Determined by TON, not by Hamster Kombat. |
| Block Reward | Determined by TON, not by Hamster Kombat. |
| Max Supply | 100,000,000,000 (100B) HMSTR — fixed, equal to total supply. |
| TPS | Dependent on the TON blockchain |
| Scaling Solution | Utilizes the high-throughput TON blockchain |
| Blockchain | The Open Network (TON) |
The Hamster Kombat team has been active in the crypto sector since 2013, with experience in gaming and blockchain development, and the project is supported by the Hamster Foundation, a non-profit organisation. The project has faced questions over anonymous creators; Nikita Anufriev, described as a project partner and marketing director, announced in August 2024 that he had left the project amid a dispute over compensation. The project operates with a community-driven ethos, where the roadmap and key decisions are often communicated directly to players through the game's official Telegram channels. The choice to build on The Open Network (TON) blockchain is strategic, aligning with Telegram's growing ecosystem and its vision for a decentralized internet. This connection provides Hamster Kombat with a robust technical foundation and deep integration potential within one of the world's largest messaging platforms.
The project's whitepaper was released by the core team on July 31, 2024, and a version published under Title II of the EU MiCA regulation (2023/1114) is available on the official site.
Hamster Kombat operates as a clicker game within Telegram. Players start by tapping on a hamster avatar to earn in-game "coins," which represent the profit of their virtual crypto exchange. The core gameplay loop involves:
In-game coins are separate from the HMSTR token, but players can convert their in-game coins into HMSTR tokens, which can be withdrawn using a TON-based wallet.
Season 2 was slated for Q4 2024 but was still described as "coming soon" as of a 28 September 2026 report, and official channel activity ceased in January.
Hamster Kombat's primary value proposition is its success in onboarding new users into the crypto space through an engaging, low-barrier game. Its uniqueness stems from several factors:
The project was inspired by earlier Telegram games such as Notcoin, and its stated goal is to onboard one billion players into crypto through a gaming publishing ecosystem.
HMSTR is designed to be the native utility and governance token for the Hamster Kombat ecosystem, and players can convert their in-game coins into HMSTR tokens. Full utility details are to be defined by the project.
Roughly 35.6 billion tokens — over a third of the 100B total supply — remain to be released, representing a significant future supply overhang.
HMSTR is expected to be listed on major centralized exchanges following its airdrop. To buy it, open an account with a regulated exchange available in your region, complete identity verification, deposit funds, and place a spot order for an HMSTR pair such as HMSTR/USDT. Always verify the token contract and the exchange's licensing before depositing funds.
HMSTR is a volatile crypto asset. Prices can move sharply, and regulatory treatment of crypto assets varies by jurisdiction. Smart contract and platform risks also apply. This article is for reference only and does not constitute investment advice.
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TradeAs of right now, the live price of Hamster Kombat (HMSTR) is C$0.000191. Its market price fluctuates in real time based on overall supply and demand, and you can check the updated HMSTR to USD rate at the top of BTCC’s price page. In terms of market scope, Hamster Kombat records a 24h trading volume of C$15.94602M (reflecting total buying and selling activity over the last 24 hours), with a total market cap of C$11.784385M. Its current circulating supply stands at 64.38B out of a maximum supply cap of 100B.
The price volatility of Hamster Kombat (HMSTR) is essentially driven by market supply and demand dynamics. Key factors behind its price movements include: 1) Global macroeconomic conditions and sentiment, such as Bank of Canada or US Fed interest rate decisions; 2) Tokenomics, including the ratio of circulating supply (64.38B) to max supply (100B), as well as token unlocks and burn mechanisms; 3) Fundamental developments, such as ecosystem expansion, on-chain activity, and core protocol upgrades; and 4) Derivatives market dynamics, including leverage battles and liquidation cascades in perpetual contracts.
Looking at its historical price performance, Hamster Kombat (HMSTR) hit an all-time high (ATH) of C$0.014191 on 2024-09-26 12:15, representing the peak of market sentiment. Conversely, its all-time low (ATL) was recorded at C$0.000067 on 2025-10-10 21:40. Note that historical highs and lows reflect past performance only and do not guarantee future price trends; investment decisions should always align with live market conditions and your personal risk tolerance.
When trading HMSTR futures on BTCC, technical chart analysis begins with identifying key support and resistance levels on 1D and 4H charts using historical price pivots. Next, apply MA/EMA indicators to gauge trend directions, alongside RSI (values above 70 indicate overbought conditions, while below 30 suggest oversold levels). Always validate breakout signals with the 24h trading volume (C$15.94602M), as price breakouts accompanied by strong volume offer higher reliability.
Unlike spot trading where you can only profit from rising prices, BTCC’s HMSTRUSDT perpetual contracts support two-way trading. If you anticipate a price decline for Hamster Kombat, simply log into your BTCC account with USDT margin available, navigate to the HMSTRUSDT pair, set your desired leverage and Take-Profit/Stop-Loss levels, and click "Sell/Short". Once the price drops to your target, close your position to lock in profit from the price difference.
Yes. BTCC offers flexible, high-tier leverage options for HMSTRUSDT perpetual futures, providing up to 500x leverage (maximum leverage limits may vary depending on liquidity). While leverage boosts capital efficiency by allowing you to control larger position sizes with less margin, it also amplifies liquidation risks proportionately. BTCC strongly advises using Stop-Loss orders to strictly manage risk when trading with high leverage.
Beginners and traders testing new strategies can switch to BTCC's "Demo Trading" mode with a single click on the App or Web interface. The demo account comes pre-loaded with risk-free virtual funds (such as 100,000 USDT). Powered by live market prices (current price: C$0.000191), you can practise opening/closing positions, adjusting leverage, and setting TP/SL for HMSTRUSDT with zero financial risk.
Trading Hamster Kombat (HMSTR) on BTCC requires just 4 simple steps: 1) Register a BTCC account and complete basic Identity Verification (KYC); 2) Buy USDT using fiat via credit card/express payment, or deposit USDT/BTC directly from an external wallet; 3) Navigate to the Futures section, search for HMSTRUSDT, and review its live price (C$0.000191) and chart; 4) Select your margin mode and leverage, choose "Buy/Long" or "Sell/Short" based on your market outlook, set TP/SL orders, and confirm your trade.
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