Following Hamster Kombat, X empire ends the mining phase and enters the airdrop distribution and token listing phase

Just days after the successful launch of the Hamster Kombat (HMSTR) token, another prominent Telegram-based game, X Empire, has completed its gameplay phase.

The Elon Musk-themed tap-to-earn game concluded its "mining phase" on Monday, marking a transition towards its token launch and impending airdrop to players.

X Empire, originally launched as Musk Empire over the summer, saw nearly 48 million players during its initial phase. Users collectively minted 570,000 NFT vouchers, each representing a share of the upcoming airdrop.

However, the exact timing of the token's launch, referred to as the X token on The Open Network (TON), remains unclear. A Telegram message to the community suggests that the next step is "very soon," but no further details have been released.

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Growing Popularity of Telegram Tap-to-Earn Games

X Empire is one of many games in the growing tap-to-earn genre on Telegram, where players are incentivised with tokens. In addition to X Empire, games like Catizen, Rocky Rabbit, and Hamster Kombat have all recently launched their own tokens, attracting millions of players.

These games are attempting to retain player engagement by rolling out new phases and reward structures, offering ongoing incentives through token airdrops and in-game advancements.

The Telegram gaming ecosystem is experiencing rapid expansion, with mini apps dropping tokens and continuously engaging players through rewards. X Empire’s forthcoming token distribution on TON is eagerly anticipated as part of this growing trend.

What Happens After the X Empire Mining Phase Concludes?

With the mining phase concluding, X Empire will turn its attention to token distribution via an airdrop, set to occur in early October. This phase is crucial as it allows players to get tokens based on the coins accumulated during the mining period.

The end of the mining phase signifies a strategic evolution in X Empire's project. Beyond ending the mining mechanism, it sets the stage for the introduction of new features aimed at keeping the player community engaged. This marks a new chapter in the game's development, enhancing its ecosystem and expanding the user base.

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What Is the X Empire Airdrop Criteria?

The X Empire airdrop criteria focus on three primary factors:

• Wallet Connection: Players need to have a TON wallet connected to the game to receive their tokens.
• Profit-per-Hour: The in-game profit-per-hour metric will play a key role in determining the token allocation. Players can increase their passive income by upgrading their avatars and businesses within the game.
• Inviting Friends: Inviting friends is a core gameplay mechanic and will influence the airdrop, particularly if the invited players are active in the game.

The game has also mentioned that there are a few undisclosed criteria to prevent bot activity. However, genuine players do not need to worry, as the system aims to ensure fair distribution.