Hamster Kombat, a blockchain Play-to-Earn (P2E) game on Telegram, has achieved significant milestones in the crypto gaming world. The game has reached 42 million active players, making it one of the most popular games in the sector. Additionally, it has become the number one channel on Telegram with over 17 million subscribers, a significant increase from its previous 11.25 million subscribers.

The game's popularity can be attributed to its unique blend of gaming and crypto mining. Players earn rewards by tapping on digital hamsters within the game's interface and completing tasks to boost their earnings. This reward system has contributed to the game's rapid growth, with users exploring ways to earn passive income.

Hamster Kombat's influence extends beyond Telegram, with over 3.5 million subscribers on YouTube and 3 million followers on X (formerly Twitter) since its launch. The game's success mirrors that of Notcoin (NOT), another P2E game on Telegram that debuted on major exchanges and quickly gained popularity.

The renewed interest in P2E gaming can be attributed to the market rebound after two years of downturn. In Q1 2024, the P2E market experienced significant growth, with 2.5 million active wallets, according to a DappRadar report. The attractiveness of these games stems from their appealing reward system, which provides tangible rewards in the form of cryptocurrencies and NFTs, making them highly attractive to gamers.