Terms of Use
1. Introduction
1.1. Welcome to Hamster Kombat GameDev Heroes (“Game”, “Mini App”, “MA”), a client-server application on the Telegram platform developed by DUCKY LTD., a company registered in the Republic of Cyprus with registration number НЕ410635 (“Company”, “we”, “us”, “our”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Game. By accessing or using the Game, you (“User”, “you”) agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms or the Privacy Policy, you may not access or use the Game.
1.2.These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and the Company. These terms are to be considered in addition to Telegram’s Terms of Service for Mini Apps.
2.Acceptance of Terms
2.1.By accessing or using the Game, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, Telegram's Terms of Service, Telegram's Privacy Policy, and Telegram’s Terms of Service for Mini Apps. You further confirm that you are of legal age in your jurisdiction or have parental/guardian consent to enter into this agreement. Your continued use of the Game constitutes acceptance of any updates or modifications to these Terms.
3.Game Description and Requirements
3.1.Hamster Kombat GameDev Heroes is a client-server application that requires a stable internet connection to function. The Game utilizes the Telegram API and Telegram Stars for in-app purchases.
3.2.The Game does not require registration and is launched by following a link from a Telegram chat. Each player is identified by their unique Telegram ID. Players may access the Game from multiple devices, as allowed by Telegram's functionality.
4.Gameplay
4.1.The goal of the game is to manage virtual resources, such as characters, in-game currency (“coins”), premium in-game currency (“gold”), and consumable items (“items”) to develop “projects.”
4.2.Projects: Represented by an icon and text description, projects require a specific time to complete, calculated based on project effort and the productivity of the assigned team. Completing a project rewards the player with experience points for the player’s account and team members, and soft currency (“coins”). Players may only develop one project at a time.
4.3.Team: Composed of virtual hamster characters (“employees”) that players can hire or dismiss. Each employee has unique stats affecting project efficiency and progression speed. Employees are managed in the "Office" section of the game.
4.4.Progression: Player progression is based on account level, influenced by reputation, and in-game currencies used to upgrade game cards. Upgrade cards accelerate in-game production processes.
4.5.Employee Management: Players need specific types of employees (designers, developers, artists) to start new projects. Hiring requires available office slots, which are unlocked by leveling up the player’s account.
4.6.Project Income: Project income depends on the project type. New project types (genres and settings) are unlocked based on the player's account level.
4.7.Fun: In addition to soft currency, projects generate “Fun” upon completion. The amount of Fun depends on the development level of the characters in the developer team. Character levels can be increased using “gamepads.”
4.8.Gamepads: Gamepads can be purchased in the IAP shop with gold or obtained through the “Playground.”
4.9.Playground: A section of the game where players can earn keys by participating in projects from other developers. These keys can be used to obtain gamepads.
4.10.Project Acceleration: Players can speed up project completion by tapping the screen in the “Main Screen” section.
4.11.Offline Progression: The game continues to generate rewards even when the player is offline. The initial offline limit is 3 hours, but it can be increased through in-app purchases. The script automatically starts new projects for continued progression even without player interaction, this function can be upgraded via IAP.
5.In-App Purchases
5.1.In-app purchases are processed through the Telegram platform using Telegram Stars. The Game offers the following virtual currencies:·
Gold: Premium currency purchased with Stars or awarded as gifts. Gold can be used to purchase all other goods in the IAP shop.
Coins: Soft currency earned through in-game activity or purchased with gold in the IAP shop. Coins can also be given as gifts or awarded as a bonus upon starting the game.
6.User Conduct
6.1.You agree to use the Game only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit the use and enjoyment of the Game by any third party. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to:·
7.Intellectual Property
7.1.All content within the Game, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio, software, design, characters, music, and code, is the property of the Company or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. All graphics and sounds, including the background music, were created specifically for this game. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or otherwise exploit any of the content without the prior written consent of the Company. Any unauthorized use of the intellectual property within the Game is strictly prohibited.
8.Relationship with Telegram
8.1.Hamster Kombat GameDev Heroes is a Mini App that operates on the Telegram platform. You acknowledge that:
8.1.1.The Game is developed and operated by the Company, not Telegram.
8.1.2.Telegram is not responsible for the Game's content, functionality, or availability.
8.1.3.Telegram only provides the platform for the Mini App to operate.
8.1.4.Telegram processes payments for any in-app purchases within the Game using Telegram Stars.
8.1.5.Any issues or disputes related to the Game should be directed to the Company, not Telegram.
9.Termination
9.1.We may terminate or suspend your access to the Game at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Upon termination, your right to use the Game will immediately cease. You may also terminate your use of the Game at any time.
10.Disclaimer of Warranties
10.1.The Game is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. The Company disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. The Company does not warrant that the Game will be uninterrupted or error-free.
11.Limitation of Liability
11.1.To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Company shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from (a) your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Game; (b) any conduct or content of any third party on the Game; (c) any content obtained from the Game; and (d) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, whether or not the Company has been informed of the possibility of such damage.
12.Indemnification
12.1.You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Company, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your use of the Game or your violation of these Terms.
13.Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
13.1.These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Cyprus, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Game shall be resolved by the competent courts of the Republic of Cyprus.
14.Changes to Terms
14.1.We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Terms within the Game or through other appropriate means. Your continued use of the Game after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes.
15.Contact UsIf you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Last amended on: January 29, 2025
1. Introduction
1.1. Welcome to Hamster Kombat GameDev Heroes (“Game”, “Mini App”, “MA”), a client-server application on the Telegram platform developed by DUCKY LTD., a company registered in the Republic of Cyprus with registration number НЕ410635 (“Company”, “we”, “us”, “our”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Game. By accessing or using the Game, you (“User”, “you”) agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms or the Privacy Policy, you may not access or use the Game.
1.2.These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and the Company. These terms are to be considered in addition to Telegram’s Terms of Service for Mini Apps.
2.Acceptance of Terms
2.1.By accessing or using the Game, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, Telegram's Terms of Service, Telegram's Privacy Policy, and Telegram’s Terms of Service for Mini Apps. You further confirm that you are of legal age in your jurisdiction or have parental/guardian consent to enter into this agreement. Your continued use of the Game constitutes acceptance of any updates or modifications to these Terms.
3.Game Description and Requirements
3.1.Hamster Kombat GameDev Heroes is a client-server application that requires a stable internet connection to function. The Game utilizes the Telegram API and Telegram Stars for in-app purchases.
3.2.The Game does not require registration and is launched by following a link from a Telegram chat. Each player is identified by their unique Telegram ID. Players may access the Game from multiple devices, as allowed by Telegram's functionality.
4.Gameplay
4.1.The goal of the game is to manage virtual resources, such as characters, in-game currency (“coins”), premium in-game currency (“gold”), and consumable items (“items”) to develop “projects.”
4.2.Projects: Represented by an icon and text description, projects require a specific time to complete, calculated based on project effort and the productivity of the assigned team. Completing a project rewards the player with experience points for the player’s account and team members, and soft currency (“coins”). Players may only develop one project at a time.
4.3.Team: Composed of virtual hamster characters (“employees”) that players can hire or dismiss. Each employee has unique stats affecting project efficiency and progression speed. Employees are managed in the "Office" section of the game.
4.4.Progression: Player progression is based on account level, influenced by reputation, and in-game currencies used to upgrade game cards. Upgrade cards accelerate in-game production processes.
4.5.Employee Management: Players need specific types of employees (designers, developers, artists) to start new projects. Hiring requires available office slots, which are unlocked by leveling up the player’s account.
4.6.Project Income: Project income depends on the project type. New project types (genres and settings) are unlocked based on the player's account level.
4.7.Fun: In addition to soft currency, projects generate “Fun” upon completion. The amount of Fun depends on the development level of the characters in the developer team. Character levels can be increased using “gamepads.”
4.8.Gamepads: Gamepads can be purchased in the IAP shop with gold or obtained through the “Playground.”
4.9.Playground: A section of the game where players can earn keys by participating in projects from other developers. These keys can be used to obtain gamepads.
4.10.Project Acceleration: Players can speed up project completion by tapping the screen in the “Main Screen” section.
4.11.Offline Progression: The game continues to generate rewards even when the player is offline. The initial offline limit is 3 hours, but it can be increased through in-app purchases. The script automatically starts new projects for continued progression even without player interaction, this function can be upgraded via IAP.
5.In-App Purchases
5.1.In-app purchases are processed through the Telegram platform using Telegram Stars. The Game offers the following virtual currencies:·
Gold: Premium currency purchased with Stars or awarded as gifts. Gold can be used to purchase all other goods in the IAP shop.
Coins: Soft currency earned through in-game activity or purchased with gold in the IAP shop. Coins can also be given as gifts or awarded as a bonus upon starting the game.
6.User Conduct
6.1.You agree to use the Game only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit the use and enjoyment of the Game by any third party. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to:·
- Violating any applicable laws or regulations.
- Using the Game to transmit any harmful or malicious code.
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Game or its related systems.
- Interfering with the operation of the Game or the servers and networks used to make the Game available.
- Harassing, abusing, or harming other users.
- Impersonating any person or entity, or falsely stating or otherwise misrepresenting your affiliation with a person or entity.
- Using the Game for any commercial purpose without our prior written consent.
- Using the Game for advertising any products, goods, or services.
- Using bots, scripts, or other automated means to interact with the game, unless explicitly allowed by the Company.
- Cheating: This includes any unauthorized manipulation of game mechanics such as using unofficial game clients, modifying game parameters or states, boosting in-game resources (coins, gold, items, experience), obtaining rewards unlawfully, manipulating game progress, and any other actions that provide an unfair advantage not intended by the game's design.
- Account Trading/Selling: Selling, buying, or trading game accounts is strictly prohibited.
- Collusion: Colluding with other players to gain an unfair advantage is prohibited.
- Exploiting Bugs: Exploiting any bugs or glitches in the Game for personal gain is prohibited.
- Use only the official link to launch the application.
- Refrain from using third-party software to modify game parameters or states.
7.Intellectual Property
7.1.All content within the Game, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio, software, design, characters, music, and code, is the property of the Company or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. All graphics and sounds, including the background music, were created specifically for this game. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or otherwise exploit any of the content without the prior written consent of the Company. Any unauthorized use of the intellectual property within the Game is strictly prohibited.
8.Relationship with Telegram
8.1.Hamster Kombat GameDev Heroes is a Mini App that operates on the Telegram platform. You acknowledge that:
8.1.1.The Game is developed and operated by the Company, not Telegram.
8.1.2.Telegram is not responsible for the Game's content, functionality, or availability.
8.1.3.Telegram only provides the platform for the Mini App to operate.
8.1.4.Telegram processes payments for any in-app purchases within the Game using Telegram Stars.
8.1.5.Any issues or disputes related to the Game should be directed to the Company, not Telegram.
9.Termination
9.1.We may terminate or suspend your access to the Game at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Upon termination, your right to use the Game will immediately cease. You may also terminate your use of the Game at any time.
10.Disclaimer of Warranties
10.1.The Game is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. The Company disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. The Company does not warrant that the Game will be uninterrupted or error-free.
11.Limitation of Liability
11.1.To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Company shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from (a) your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Game; (b) any conduct or content of any third party on the Game; (c) any content obtained from the Game; and (d) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, whether or not the Company has been informed of the possibility of such damage.
12.Indemnification
12.1.You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Company, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your use of the Game or your violation of these Terms.
13.Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
13.1.These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Cyprus, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Game shall be resolved by the competent courts of the Republic of Cyprus.
14.Changes to Terms
14.1.We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Terms within the Game or through other appropriate means. Your continued use of the Game after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes.
15.Contact UsIf you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
- 106 Gladstonos, 1st floor, 3032, Limassol, Cyprus
- [email protected]
Last amended on: January 29, 2025