Summary
There is a new entry in the hero-shooter genre with the recently releasedStar Wars: Hunters. The game has been in development for a while, only now being launched in June 2024 despite having an initial release date of 2022. Still, after years of constant updates and waiting,Huntersis finally here and ready for players to go at each other with laser bolts and lightsabers, but how is it different from all the other hero shooters out there?
Being set in the world (or rather galaxy) ofStar Warshas its advantagesfor a hero shooter. The many colorful characters are based on races and professions already familiar to fans of the franchise, while the setting provides a medley of different locations to battle it out (even if it’s really just one planet). It features thirteen different characters as of writing, five maps, and four game modes in which teams are pitted against one another.
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What Platforms Can Star Wars: Hunter Be Played On?
Not Available On PS5 Or Xbox Series X/S
Star Wars: Huntersis free-to-play and can bedownloaded for iOS, Android, and the Nintendo Switch. For iOS and Android, players can download the game on their mobile devices via the App Store and on Google Play. The game isn’t supported on all mobile devices, however, and there is an extensive list on theStar Wars: Hunterswebsiteon what the game will work on, from smartphones to tablets. It should be noted that the game cannot be played on most folding phones.
For mobile devices, the game has a touchscreen UI, which is standard for mobile games. Thankfully,the title can also be played with compatible controllerssince it will automatically recognize the device and allow players to use it in supported sections. Although it can be a problem for some mobile games,Star Wars: Huntersfunctions perfectly with a controller and is the more convenient option for movement and aiming in a hero-shooter.
Those who want to play more on mobile should consider installing Steam Link. This allows people to play their Steam games on mobile devices, provided their PC is on.
On the Switch, the gameworks with the Joy-Concontrollers, as one would expect, and theHunterswebsite states that the game can be played both docked and undocked, which is an odd thing to specify. Of course,players can use any controller compatible with the Nintendo Switch instead. For some, the Joy-Cons' smaller shape is inconvenient for fast-paced hero shooters, and the larger Switch Pro Controller is the better option.
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Star Wars: Hunters On iOS & Android Vs Switch
Not Much Of A Difference Overall
As the Nintendo Switch comes with its own controllers, it doesn’t have the same UI seen on the mobile versions, with it being catered to the console’s controller scheme. This is despite the Switch having touchscreen capabilities. There are also differences in resolution since the Switch will be 720p when handheld and 1080p when docked and played through a TV. The mobile version will use whatever resolution the devices it is playing on will have, which tends to be significantly higher, especially on tablet devices.
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Graphically, there isn’t much in it between the two versions.Star Wars: Huntersisn’t going to blow anyone away with its incredible visuals, thanks to the hardware it is running on, but the stylized and colorful aesthetic makes up for this.Character customization and solid gameplayhelp, too. Both versions run at 30 FPS, although the stability of this will depend on the device. On the Switch, the frame rate is incredibly stable, but there is no way to exceed 30 FPS.
For all intents and purposes,the two versions are very similar outside of resolution and some differences with UI. Of course, overall performance will depend on the mobile device used, but if the game is available for a device, it is safe to assume it will run well.Star Wars: Huntersfeatures crossplay between mobile devices and the Switch, too, which is likely the reason why the versions are so similar.
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Will Star Wars: Hunters Come Other Platforms?
Currently,there is no official way to playStar Wars: Hunterson devices outside of those listed. On PC, the game can be emulated and can be forced to run at 60 FPS. According to an interview withRadioTimes, there are no plans for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation launches at the moment. That’s not to say it won’t happen in the future if the game receives enough of an audience.
With the popularity of hero shooters and the accessibility ofHuntersbeing on mobile devices and free, the game is definitely worth checking out. With the maps, game modes, and medley of characters, there is plenty of variety too. For fans of theStar Warsgalaxy looking for a fun, fast-paced shooter with a lot of personality and charm that they can play on the go,Star Wars: Huntersis for them.
