X Empire, the popular Telegram tap-to-earn game that has captivated over 50 million players, has officially completed its latest mining phase, shutting down the game in anticipation of the highly anticipated X token launch on The Open Network (TON). This significant milestone sets the stage for the upcoming airdrop scheduled for October 24.
The recent "Chill Phase" lasted just over two weeks, offering players one last opportunity to earn a larger share of the token rewards before the airdrop. This phase served as a mini-season, resetting all player progress to zero and transforming the game into a fast-paced race for bonus tokens. Players were eager to capitalize on the chance to boost their allocations ahead of the token release.
This isn't the first time X Empire has experienced such a transition. The game originally concluded its lengthy mining phase on September 30, with plans for the X token launch shortly thereafter. However, developers announced a delay just two days later, prompting them to reintroduce the game and allocate an additional 5% of the total token supply as rewards for players who participated in the Chill Phase.
As the game wraps up, X Empire is set to open a claim window on Friday. This feature will allow players to choose whether they want their airdrop allocations sent to a participating exchange. The X token is expected to be listed on several major exchanges, including OKX, Bybit, Bitget, KuCoin, Gate.io, and MEXC upon launch.
In a recent Telegram post, the X Empire team hinted at exciting developments regarding the X token, stating, “Very soon, we'll share more about the future of the X token—where you can use it and how it fits into our growing ecosystem.” This promise of future utility adds an extra layer of anticipation for players and investors alike.
Originally launched as “Musk Empire,” X Empire is among several popular Telegram crypto games that have gained traction in recent months, inspired by the early success of Notcoin, the pioneering tap-to-earn game. Other games such as Hamster Kombat and Catizen have launched their own tokens, positioning X Empire as one of the most notable Telegram games still on the brink of its token debut, alongside Tomarket and Major.
A new wave of Telegram games, including Captain Tsubasa: Rivals, Flappy Bird, PiP World’s Gold Rush, and CryptoKitties: All the Zen, is also emerging, creating a vibrant ecosystem for players. As games that have already launched their tokens begin to strategize their next moves, Hamster Kombat, for example, is preparing to unveil a new full season centered around building a thriving video game studio and platform.
With the conclusion of the Chill Phase and the imminent launch of the X token, X Empire is poised for a significant moment in its evolution. The excitement surrounding the airdrop and the potential utility of the X token will undoubtedly keep players and investors engaged in the coming weeks. As the landscape of Telegram gaming continues to evolve, X Empire’s successful transition could set a precedent for future titles within this burgeoning space.
October 2024, Cryptoniteuae