Star Wars: Hunters, Zynga's ambitious foray into the Star Wars universe, is set to close its doors a little over a year after its launch on iOS and Android. Launched in June 2024, the game quickly captured attention with its unique blend of game show flair and innovative takes on Star Wars archetypes. However, it has been announced that the game will be shutting down on October 1st of this year, with a final content update scheduled for April 15th. In response to this news, in-game currency is now available for refunds, and certain seasonal events will be rerun as part of an extended season three.
Fans eagerly awaiting the final hunter, Tuya, will still have the chance to experience them in multiplayer mode. Tuya will be introduced in the final content update and will be available to play for free from the start for all players.
The announcement of Star Wars: Hunters' closure came as a surprise to many, as there were few signs that the game was underperforming. Given Zynga's robust standing in the industry, it's likely that broader market dynamics played a role in this decision. One possible reason could be the oversaturation of the pseudo-hero shooter genre, coupled with a shifting demographic of Star Wars fans who may not be as interested in a high-energy multiplayer mobile experience.
For those who haven't yet experienced Star Wars: Hunters, there's still time to dive in before the game is shelved. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the game and check out our tier list of Hunters in SW: Hunters, ranked by class, to get the most out of your gameplay.
