Telegram is rapidly emerging as a hub for innovative tap-to-earn games, with titles like Notcoin paving the way for this new gaming trend. Building on its momentum, games such as Hamster Kombat, PixelTap, and Yescoin are reshaping the “clicker” model with engaging mechanics and token rewards. Here’s a look at the most buzzworthy games dominating Telegram right now.
Notcoin: The Original Sensation
Notcoin kickstarted this trend, launching on mainnet earlier this year to massive acclaim. Over 35 million players participated in the “mining phase” of this simple tapping game before the airdrop of the NOT token, which peaked with a valuation nearing 3 billion.
Now, Notcoin is evolving into a broader gaming ecosystem akin to Netflix, with titles like Lost Dogs: The Way already available and more to follow. The original tap-to-earn gameplay is also expected to make a comeback.
Hamster Kombat: Build Your Crypto Empire
This quirky game takes the tap-to-earn concept further, casting players as the CEO of a hamster-run crypto exchange. By tapping and upgrading the exchange, players can generate passive in-game income, adding depth to the gameplay.
Hamster Kombat boasts over 300 million players and is gearing up for an airdrop on The Open Network (TON), expected later this year.
Catizen: Puzzles and Purrs
Breaking away from tapping, Catizen offers a puzzle-based experience inspired by games like Threes and 2048. Players merge cats to earn coins while managing a cat shelter or daycare.
With over 20 million players, Catizen plans launches on both TON and Mantle, an Ethereum layer-2 network. The game is also drawing attention with promises of larger airdrop rewards and its commitment to donating 1% of revenue to stray cat nonprofits.
TapSwap: A Familiar Favorite with New Twists
TapSwap follows the classic tap-to-earn format of Notcoin, focusing on collecting coins through simple taps. Players can purchase upgrades for passive income or enhanced coin generation.
Recently, TapSwap introduced Tappy Town, a city-building mode that allows players to grow their virtual towns, tying into its upcoming TON airdrop planned for Q3 2024.
Yescoin: Swipe for Rewards
Yescoin spins the traditional tapping mechanic into swiping. Players swipe across pixel coins and occasionally hit treasure chests that unleash a torrent of rewards. This unique twist keeps players hooked with its fast-paced mechanics and frequent payouts.
While not exactly reinventing the wheel, Yescoin does shake things up a little bit and has a cool vibe, making it an easy game to keep on your radar ahead of the TON token airdrop.
X Empire: A Game of Growth
Formerly known as Musk Empire, X Empire puts players in the shoes of a rising tycoon inspired by Elon Musk. Tap-to-earn gameplay is paired with strategic upgrades like improving “Critical Thinking” and “Empathy,” as well as hiring team members.
The game also features mini-games like a simulated stock market and negotiation challenges. An X Empire token launch and TON airdrop are expected by late 2024.
The Future of Tap-to-Earn on Telegram
With millions of players already onboard and token rewards driving engagement, Telegram’s tap-to-earn ecosystem is only getting bigger. Games like Notcoin, Hamster Kombat, and Catizen are leading the way, while new contenders are constantly emerging.
Stay tuned as this space evolves with even more innovative titles!
