Is Star Wars Hunters Coming to PS5?

With Star Wars Hunters launching on Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, many fans are wondering if it’s also coming to console. Here is what we know about a Star Wars Hunters PS5 release date.

Has a Star Wars Hunters PS5 Release Date Been Confirmed?

At the time of writing, no PS5 release date has been confirmed for Star Wars Hunters. However, the possibility remains that success on current platforms could lead to broader availability in the future. If Star Wars Hunters proves to be a hit among players on mobile devices and the Switch, the developers might reconsider expanding to other platforms to reach a wider audience.

For now, though, players should not expect a PS5 release, as Zynga has made it clear that their current focus is on other platforms. While Star Wars Hunters is not coming to PS5, Xbox, or PC at this time, the game’s success on existing platforms might influence future decisions. As it stands, fans of the game will have to enjoy it on iPhone, Android, or Nintendo Switch.

Why is Star Wars Hunters not on PlayStation 5 at launch?

Zynga, the developers behind Star Wars Hunters, primarily focus on mobile games. This background suggests that Zynga designed the game with mobile platforms in mind. They intended Star Wars Hunters to be experienced on devices like iPhones, Androids, and the Nintendo Switch.

Porting a mobile game to the Switch is also significantly easier than adapting it for high-powered consoles like the PS5. This technical challenge likely contributes to Zynga’s decision not to expand the game’s availability to other platforms at this time. The design and development choices reflect Zynga’s mobile-first approach. Creating a game for mobile devices involves optimizing for smaller screens and less powerful hardware.

Porting such a game to the PS5, with its 4K capabilities and more complex control schemes, would require substantial redesigns and optimizations, which Zynga might not see as a worthwhile investment given their expertise and target audience.

Star Wars Hunters is currently free-to-play on Android, iOS and Nintendo Switch.