CryptoCat: Cat, Blocks and Knowledge

Plenty of people have heard of mining and blockchain, but few can explain them. CryptoCat in Telegram promises to teach this as you play: you tap, answer questions and pile up in-game coins. 🐱

Here is how the "learn and mine" idea works, and what is real versus in-game.

A cat that digs blocks

Your cat goes off to dig while you walk through blockchain history and uncover new blocks. The game description says that the more you learn, the more in-game cryptocurrency you earn.

The idea is not new, but pairing taps with learning material is uncommon. That makes the game more useful than a plain clicker.

Study that pays out

The project says you will pick up the basics of mining, trading and blockchain technology while playing. Correct answers to questions can bring bigger rewards.

• Taps. Give in-game coins.
• Questions. Check what you remembered.
• Upgrades. Cards raise your haul.
• Streaks and invites. Give bonuses for regularity.

Real mining or game mining

Some clarity is needed. "Mining" in such games is the name of a game mechanic: it does not process real blockchain transactions and does not load your phone with computation.

In-game coins and gems gain real value only when the project releases a token and lets you exchange them. Until then they are just numbers inside the app. ⛏

A good self-check: after a session, try retelling to a friend what you learned. If you cannot, you were tapping on autopilot, and it is time to go back to the questions.

What about money

You can play free, and that is how to start. If the project offers something to buy, remember that the reward depends on a future token launch.

A token may appear, may be worth little, or may never appear. So invest no sum you would mind losing and never borrow for a game. ⚠️

How to gain knowledge instead of points

1. Read questions carefully. You gain knowledge along with rewards.
2. Check terms separately. The game gives starter concepts, so confirm details elsewhere.
3. Do not connect a wallet without need. The game does not require one.
4. Never share a seed phrase. This rule has no exceptions.

Who it suits

Crypto newcomers who find long articles dull, and anyone who enjoys a slow idle game. 🙂

Experienced users will find it simple. Still, it is safer than many "earning" schemes if you put no money in.

Come for knowledge and light fun, and treat any earnings as a pleasant accident.