The mystery behind Hamster Kombat’s creators has been cracked by journalists from The Bell, revealing Russian IT entrepreneur Eduard Gurinovich as one of the masterminds behind this viral sensation.
Behind the Scenes: The Birth of Hamster Kombat
Months before Hamster Kombat burst onto the scene, a curious event unfolded: two domains—hamsterkombat.com and another closely related variant—were registered simultaneously. This coincidence sparked intrigue among Russian Telegram communities:
“Was it merely chance that two similar domains were registered on the same day in March, well before anyone knew about the game? Or was it a deliberate move by the same group, perhaps with a slip-up in clearing registrar data?”
The email address ap@arenum.games used during registration leads back to Arenum Ltd., a Cyprus-based company. Notably, this company lists Eduard Gurinovich, along with fellow Russian entrepreneurs Alexander Zelenshchikov and Alexander Pasechnik, among its shareholders.
Meet Eduard Gurinovich: The Tech Visionary
Eduard Gurinovich is no stranger to success. Forbes featured him in their prestigious “30 under 30” list for his ventures in the tech world. Gurinovich made waves with CarPrice, a startup that made it to Europe’s top 100 most buzzed-about startups and attracted around $42 million in investments.
After stepping down as CEO of CarPrice in 2017, Gurinovich turned his attention to investing in startups like Dbrain, R-Set, and blizkie.ru. He also launched his own blockchain platform, Expload, where gamers can earn money through tournaments, quests, and item sales.
Gurinovich’s Mytime platform, founded in 2018, revolutionized the concept of earning cryptocurrency by rewarding users based on time spent using various services. This innovative approach aimed to cut out middlemen, benefiting both users and businesses.
Hamster Kombat and Its Ties to Telegram
Hamster Kombat isn’t just a game—it’s a phenomenon that has roots in Telegram, the very platform where it took flight. For Telegram, Hamster Kombat isn’t just about making crypto profits; it’s a strategic move to showcase the capabilities of the TON blockchain and position Telegram as more than just a messaging app.
“There’s enormous traffic generated by these games. It’s like the biggest free advertising campaign in Telegram’s history,” shares a source familiar with the Hamster Kombat developers.
Gameplay: The Thrill of Hamster Kombat
Imagine being the CEO of a cryptocurrency exchange, where your goal is to expand your empire. That’s the premise of Hamster Kombat, a game where players earn in-game coins by tapping on a hamster and strategically using bonuses to stimulate a virtual crypto market.
Operated as a Telegram bot, Hamster Kombat keeps players engaged with daily releases of new combo cards that provide free in-game coins through exchange updates.
The Rise of Telegram Games
Telegram has evolved beyond simple messaging into a playground for innovative games like Hamster Kombat. Known for their simplicity, high performance, and quick access, these games are designed to entertain and engage users without the need for complex graphics or intricate plots.
Developers leverage Telegram games to boost brand visibility and attract a diverse audience, capitalizing on the platform’s vast user base and seamless integration.
