In an unexpected twist, the highly anticipated airdrop from the crypto-mining application, Hamster Kombat, which had been generating a buzz for months, has left thousands of Nigerians in a state of dismay.
After five arduous months of relentless tapping to accumulate rewards, users were eagerly awaiting the substantial payouts promised by the coin’s promoters, with some even harbouring dreams of becoming millionaires.
However, the coin’s launch on Thursday delivered a harsh reality check. Instead of the substantial financial rewards users had been led to expect, payouts ranged from a paltry 1 to 4 dollars.
Reports suggested the highest earners received between 7 and 17 dollars.
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Social media platforms are now awash with frustration, as disgruntled users express their discontent over receiving as little as N2.75 for their efforts.
The campaign, which had pledged to transform ordinary Nigerians into billionaires and CEOs, has instead ignited widespread disappointment and anger.
Nigerians have taken to various platforms to voice their outrage, accusing Hamster Coin of deception.
The once-hopeful community of tappers is now engulfed in “tears and wailings,” as what was supposed to be a life-changing opportunity has turned into a bitter disappointment.
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Hamster Kombat was launched in March 2024. On Thursday afternoon, the official X account, #hamster_kombat, announced the coin’s long-awaited launch with the message:
“THE MOMENT IS HERE
“$HMSTR trading has officially begun! Congratulations, and to the moon, CEOs.
“On-chain is on. On-chain direct claim and balance withdrawal options are open. You can now transfer your tokens anywhere!”
Another post, made about an hour later, read:
“TAKE YOUR POSITION @binance just opened futures trading for $HMSTR!
“Trading with up to 75x leverage is available. Trade smart and follow your own risk policy! Where will the price go now?”
According to CoinMarketCap, the crypto asset was listed as HMSTR at number 114, valued at $0.008315 as of 15:36 on Thursday.
It had said that the market cap stood at $535.3 million, with a trading volume of $448.7 million in the first 24 hours.
Meanwhile, Netizens React:
Realworldxpp said:
“Bro, this is the worst project ever.”
#natedeyforyou said:
“I keep refreshing to see $0.19.”
#iamofficialobj on X said:
“So basically, I spent 5 good solid months farming Hamster Kombat only to be rewarded with this? Really???”
#GeoffreyNwankpa said:
“You gave me dust after 4 months. I am killing hamsters, rats, rabbits or anything that looks like a hamster. It’s hunting season.”
#hosky2701 said:
“I’m the CEO of dust. We’re all CEOs, yes or no???”
realworldxpp:
“Bro this is the worst project ever.”
