"Star Wars: Hunter to End in 2025, Last Update Coming Soon"

Star Wars: Hunters, Zynga's inaugural venture into the Star Wars universe, is set to close down just over a year after its launch on iOS and Android devices. Launched in June 2024, the game immediately captivated players with its unique blend of game show flair and innovative takes on classic Star Wars archetypes.

The closure of Star Wars: Hunters is scheduled for October 1st of this year, and a final content update is planned for release on April 15th. 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 season three.

Fans eager to experience the last hunter, Tuya, will have the opportunity to play with this character in multiplayer mode. Tuya will be introduced in the final content update and will be available to all players for free from the start.

The announcement of the game's closure came as a surprise, as there were no clear signs that Star Wars: Hunters was underperforming. Given Zynga's robust standing in the industry, it's likely that the decision to shutter the game was influenced by factors beyond mere performance metrics. One possible reason could be the oversaturation of the pseudo-hero shooter genre, coupled with a shift in the Star Wars fanbase towards an older demographic less interested in high-octane mobile multiplayer experiences.

For those who haven't yet tried Star Wars: Hunters, there's still time to dive in before the game is discontinued. Be sure to check out our tier list of Hunters in SW: Hunters, ranked by class, to get the most out of your gameplay experience.