Star Wars: Hunters, Zynga's foray into the Star Wars mobile gaming universe, is closing its doors after less than a year. Launched in June 2024 for iOS and Android, this unique blend of game show aesthetics and fresh Star Wars characters captured attention initially. However, the game's servers will shut down on October 1st, 2024. A final content update, including the release of the new hunter Tuya (free for all players), is scheduled for April 15th. Players can also expect a rerun of certain seasonal events as Season Three is extended, and in-game currency refunds are available.

The announcement of Star Wars: Hunters' closure came as a surprise, given the lack of prior indication of underperformance. While Zynga's strength as a company suggests deeper reasons, one possible explanation is market saturation in the pseudo-hero shooter genre. The game may have struggled to attract a significant audience, particularly considering the increasingly older demographic of the average Star Wars fan, a group less likely to actively seek high-octane mobile multiplayer experiences.

Despite its impending closure, players still have time to experience Star Wars: Hunters. Before the October shutdown, consider checking out our tier list ranking Hunters by class!