The Telegram game ‘Zoo’ has launched an airdrop claim period for its upcoming ZOO token, which will be available on The Open Network (TON). Players can start claiming their earned ZOO tokens directly within the Telegram mini app as of Tuesday. This initial claim phase is off-chain, allowing users to avoid transaction fees.
Airdrop Claim Period
After the initial claim phase ends on February 25 at 9 AM UTC, players will need to switch to on-chain claims, which will incur a fee of 0.1 TON, roughly $0.35. This transition marks an important change for players who have been actively participating in the game.
Since its launch in December 2024, ‘Zoo’ has attracted millions of players who have been building their digital zoos. The gameplay features elements similar to classic games like Farmville and Zoo Tycoon, where players create enclosures for animals to attract visitors and earn in-game Zoo tokens.
Airdrop Process and Token Distribution
The airdrop process has been streamlined, with developers stating that converting in-game tokens to on-chain ZOO tokens will involve truncating the last three digits of the total earned. For example, if a player has 1,000,000,000 in-game tokens, they will receive 1,000,000 on-chain ZOO tokens.
The total supply of ZOO tokens is set at 264,084,737,391, with 66% allocated to players who participated during the mining phase. The remaining 34% is reserved for various purposes, including development, marketing, liquidity, and community incentives.
Market Listing and Trading
This distribution strategy is similar to that of the earlier tap-to-earn game Notcoin, which also used a comparable approach for its airdrop last year. On February 25 at 12 PM UTC, ZOO tokens will be listed and available for trading on several exchanges, including KuCoin and Bitget.
This listing coincides with the start of on-chain claims, marking a significant moment for both players and investors. However, the market value of the ZOO token is currently uncertain, as there has been no pre-market trading to assess its price.
Growing Interest in Gaming and Cryptocurrency
The anticipation surrounding the token’s launch reflects a growing interest in the convergence of gaming and cryptocurrency, particularly within the Telegram ecosystem. As players look for new ways to earn rewards through gaming, the potential for growth in this sector appears promising, though it comes with challenges.
The success of these games will depend not only on their gameplay but also on the stability and appeal of their associated tokens in the dynamic cryptocurrency market.
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In related news, the Telegram game ‘Hamster Kombat’ has returned after months of anticipation, launching its second season with an updated gameplay experience. Despite the excitement, the game’s token, HMSTR, has encountered significant challenges, recently reaching an all-time low price of $0.001461.
This decline represents a dramatic 79% drop from its previous all-time high, underscoring the volatility often seen in cryptocurrency markets. As ‘Hamster Kombat’ aims to regain its player base, it remains to be seen if it can attract the same level of engagement it once had, especially given the competitive landscape of Telegram games.
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