🎮 "Hamster Kombat", a play-to-earn blockchain game, is under fire from Iranian officials who claim it's a Western distraction from their upcoming elections. Meanwhile, critics overlook the economic relief such games offer in countries like Iran, where inflation is rampant and $1 equals a whopping 580,000 rials. Games like Axie Infinity have become income sources for players, with some earning up to $1,300/month! But don't dust off your gaming chair just yet - a recent survey found 52% of respondents unaware of blockchain gaming, and 32% knew but never played. Game on, or game over? 🕹️