TLDR
- Before rolling out the HMSTR token airdrop, Hamster Kombat expelled 2.3 million players for suspicion of cheating.
- In a sweeping operation against dishonest players, 6.8 billion HMSTR tokens were taken, half destined for destruction.
- Out of a massive player base of 300 million, only 131 million—or just 43%—were considered eligible for the token airdrop.
- Recent changes to participation rules and apparent biases towards influencers have led to community unrest.
- The airdrop wasn't just troubled by last-minute changes but also previous delays and controversies, notably issues relating to its Binance Launchpool listing.
Hamster Kombat Consider the unprecedented actions taken by a prominent crypto gaming platform to tackle cheating tactics head-on in preparation for the eagerly awaited HMSTR token airdrop.
An announcement from the company revealed a ban affecting 2.3 million users, flagged for utilizing various illicit strategies as identified by their vigilant anti-cheat protocols.
Having launched in March 2024, this gaming platform boasts 300 million participants, yet following the clampdown on cheating, just 131 million now qualify for the Season 1 airdrop.
This major drop in eligible players is directly tied to Hamster Kombat's recent offensive against exploitative behaviors.
Hamster Kombat discovered several user strategies exploiting the system, such as linking multiple accounts to a single Binance account and generating masses of fake referrals.
The company’s vigilance extended to tracking patterns like logging in on multiple devices at once and monotonous clicking actions at certain in-game spots.
Through these bans, Hamster Kombat seized a staggering 6.8 billion HMSTR tokens from violators. With plans to incinerate half and redistribute the rest to lawful players, they aim to uphold game integrity and safeguard genuine participants and long-term holders.
🛡 PROTECTING THE HAMSTER 🛡
👿 Imagine Rome-sized crowds—over 2.3 million players banned for cheating!
🏴☠️ Ever curious about our method? Here’s a glimpse: A user linked over 400 accounts to a single Binance address, while another drummed up almost 2,000 ‘friends’. pic.twitter.com/LaHrn3ow2K
— Hamster Kombat (@hamster_kombat) September 23, 2024
The HMSTR token’s blueprint involves allocating 75 billion of the 100 billion tokens to the community, distributing 60 billion of these in the initial airdrop post-season one, then trickling out additional tokens in season two.
Those qualified will gain immediate access to 88.75% of their distributed tokens with the remainder being gradually doled out over ten months following the listing.
Yet, the airdrop stirred debates. The last-minute rule implementation disqualified many who thought they had done everything required to qualify.
Many in the community have expressed dismay at the abrupt shift in criteria, feeling let down by what they perceive as sudden deception.
There’s dissatisfaction among crypto influencers, some accusing Hamster Kombat of favoritism towards influencers, directing a large token chunk their way.
Moreover, concerns arose about the introduction of token vesting without any prior nod to the community.
This isn't the first time the HMSTR airdrop has courted controversy. Previous setbacks, like a July postponement due to operational hitches, are well documented.
Initially greeted with excitement, Hamster Kombat’s Binance Launchpool announcement as the 58th project quickly bred discontent among community members.","Hamster Kombat stands by their decisions, claiming that:
“Those who exploit for gains do not belong here. Automating sales for an undue edge over faithful gamers is unacceptable. We support our loyal participants and committed holders, always.”
The player base snapshot from September 20 helped cement the airdrop process and concluded the season. Despite the controversies, the token distribution and HMSTR launch continue undeterred.","Blockonomi’s Editor-in-Chief and Kooc Media founder in the UK champions Open-Source Software, Blockchain, and a universally accessible internet.
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