Star Wars: Hunters, Zynga's innovative foray into the iconic franchise, is set to close its doors less than a year after its launch on iOS and Android. The game, which debuted in June 2024, captured attention with its unique blend of game show elements and fresh takes on Star Wars archetypes. However, it has been announced that the game will officially shut down on October 1st of this year.
Before its closure, a final content update is scheduled to go live on April 15th. This update will introduce the last hunter, Tuya, who will be available for free-to-play in multiplayer from the outset. In preparation for the shutdown, in-game currency is now eligible for refunds, and certain seasonal events will be rerun as part of an extended third season.
The news of Star Wars: Hunters' closure came as a surprise to many, given there were no clear signs of underperformance. Given Zynga's robust standing in the industry, it suggests that the decision to shutter the game may stem from broader strategic reasons. One possible factor could be the oversaturation of the pseudo-hero shooter genre and a mismatch with the current Star Wars audience, which tends to skew older and may not be as interested in high-octane mobile multiplayer games.
For those who haven't yet experienced Star Wars: Hunters, there is still time to dive in before it's gone. Be sure to check out our tier list of Hunters ranked by class to get the most out of your gameplay before the game is shelved.
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