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

Star Wars: Hunters, Zynga's inaugural venture into the Star Wars franchise, is set to close its doors just over a year after its launch on iOS and Android. The game, which debuted in June 2024, quickly captured attention with its unique blend of game show aesthetics and innovative takes on Star Wars archetypes.

However, it has been announced that Star Wars: Hunters will officially shut down on October 1st of this year. A final content update is scheduled to be released on April 15th. In response to the closure, Zynga has confirmed that in-game currency will be eligible for refunds, and certain seasonal events will be rerun as part of an extended third season.

Fans eagerly awaiting the arrival of the final hunter, Tuya, will still have the opportunity to experience them in multiplayer. 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 the game's closure came as a surprise, as there were few 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 shifting demographic of Star Wars fans who may not be as interested in a high-octane mobile multiplayer experience.

For those who haven't yet experienced 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 before the final curtain falls.