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Zynga
3.5
based on 11 Reviews
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Company Summary
A leading social game development company focused on creating engaging gaming experiences for mobile and social media platforms.
Overall Rating
3.5/5
based on 11 reviews
5% below
industry average
Critically rated for
Promotions, Work satisfaction, Skill development
Work Policy
Monday to Friday
100% employees reported
Flexible timing
50% employees reported
Day shift
100% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Free meal
1 employee reported
Cafeteria
1 employee reported
Health insurance
1 employee reported
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About Zynga
Zynga Inc. is an American social game developer running social video game services and founded in April 2007 with headquarters in San Francisco, California, United States. The company primarily focuses on mobile and social networking platforms. Zynga states its mission as "connecting the world through games
Zynga Ratings
based on 11 reviews
Overall Rating
3.5/5
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3.6
Job security
3.3
Company culture
3.3
Salary
3.3
Work-life balance
3.2
Skill development
3.1
Work satisfaction
2.4
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Zynga is rated 3.5 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 11 company reviews.This rating reflects an average employee experience, indicating moderate satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Overall Rating | 3.5/5 based on 11 reviews | 3.4/5 based on 358 reviews | 3.3/5 based on 316 reviews | 3.8/5 based on 280 reviews |
Highly Rated for | No highly rated category | No highly rated category | No highly rated category | Work-life balance Job security Company culture |
Critically Rated for | Promotions Work satisfaction Skill development | Promotions Salary Job security | Promotions Salary Work satisfaction | Salary Promotions |
Primary Work Policy | - | Work from office 54% employees reported | Work from office 72% employees reported | Hybrid 96% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 3.7 Good rated by 3 women | 3.2 Average rated by 57 women | 3.0 Average rated by 100 women | 4.4 Good rated by 54 women |
Rating by Men Employees | 3.1 Average rated by 6 men | 3.5 Good rated by 284 men | 3.4 Average rated by 193 men | 3.6 Good rated by 207 men |
Job security | 3.6 Good | 2.9 Poor | 3.2 Average | 4.2 Good |
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Zynga Salaries
Zynga salaries have received with an average score of 3.3 out of 5 by 11 employees.
Software Engineer
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₹9.6 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr
Product Manager
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₹20 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr
Product Manager 2
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₹27 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr
Senior Product Manager
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₹40 L/yr - ₹66 L/yr
Senior Software Engineer
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₹31.6 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr
Data Analyst 2
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₹27.5 L/yr - ₹30.8 L/yr
Software Engineer2
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₹25 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr
Associate Product Manager
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₹22 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr
Software Developer
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₹20 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr
QA Analyst
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₹7.8 L/yr - ₹11.8 L/yr
Zynga News
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Star Wars Hunters Announces Shut Down Just 9 Months After Launch, Steam Release Appears Scrapped
- Star Wars Hunters, a free-to-download team-based battle arena game, is shutting down just nine months after its release.
- Publisher Zynga announced that the final content update for Star Wars Hunters will be released on April 15, and the game will remain playable until October 1, 2025.
- Despite earlier plans to launch a PC version on Steam, no mention of it was made in the shutdown notice.
IGN | 17 Mar, 2025
Zynga teams with Fast & Furious for year-long event series in CSR2
- Zynga teams up with Universal Products & Experiences to bring Fast & Furious film content to CSR2.
- Players can participate in six in-game events and race at the Power of the Road festival in the California desert.
- The partnership between Zynga and Fast & Furious franchise kicks off with an in-game experience in CSR2.
- Fast & Furious is a highly successful film series with a massive fan following and over $7 billion box office earnings.
VentureBeat | 17 Mar, 2025
Multiplayer team vs. team shooter Star Wars Hunters announces plans to sunset in October
- Star Wars: Hunters, a multiplayer team vs. team shooter, is set to sunset on October 1st.
- Publisher Zynga and developer NaturalMotion made the decision with heavy hearts, but will continue to provide updates during the transition process.
- The current season will be extended by three weeks, followed by a final content update on April 15th, removing in-game purchases.
- Despite positive player reviews, Star Wars: Hunters has likely succumbed to the competitive nature of the live service games market.
Massivelyop | 16 Mar, 2025
Another live service shooter is getting shut down, this time before it even launched on Steam
- The free-to-play hero shooter Star Wars: Hunters is getting shut down before its official launch on Steam.
- The final content update for Star Wars: Hunters will be on April 15th, and the game's online servers will be shut down on October 1st, 2025.
- In-app purchases will be disabled on April 15 and players will not be offered refunds for outstanding in-game currency.
- This is another example of a live service game getting shut down shortly after release, despite having a popular license like Star Wars.
Pcgamer | 15 Mar, 2025
Star Wars Hunters will be going offline on October 1st
- Zynga has announced that it will be shutting down Star Wars Hunters on October 1st.
- The final content update for Star Wars: Hunters will be released on April 15th.
- No refunds will be provided for purchases, and players are encouraged to utilize all items before the game closes.
- The game will remain available for download from app stores until October 1st.
TheSixthAxis | 15 Mar, 2025
Star Wars: Hunters Servers To Close Later This Year
- Zynga has announced the closure of Star Wars: Hunters' servers on 1st October 2025, just under 16 months after its launch.
- A final content update will be available for free from 15th April, with in-game purchases disabled and a new support hunter, Tuya, added.
- Refunds won't be available for Crystal purchases or the Arena Pass despite the final update being free, according to the game's FAQs.
- Season 5 will be extended by three weeks, allowing players more time to participate in events and shop bundles.
- The closure of Star Wars: Hunters has led to mixed reactions, with some expressing disappointment while others sharing indifference towards the game.
- Several commenters criticized the trend of free-to-play games being shut down and questioned the financial sustainability of such models.
- Some players voiced surprise at the closure, noting that they enjoyed the game's balance and gameplay but acknowledging its eventual fate.
- There were sentiments of forgetfulness and lack of impact associated with Star Wars: Hunters' closure within the gaming community.
- Concerns were raised about the lack of refunds for in-game purchases and discussions regarding legal implications in different regions were initiated.
- Fans reminisced about their experiences with the game, citing appreciation for character designs, gameplay mechanics, and match pacing.
Nintendolife | 15 Mar, 2025
Star Wars Hunters Will Be Shut Down Just Over A Year After Launch
- Star Wars Hunters, a free-to-play 4v4 shooter, will be shut down this fall just over a year after its launch.
- The game will receive its final update on all platforms on April 15, and will remain playable until October 1.
- Zynga thanked fans for their support and promised to be transparent during the game's final months.
- The decision to shut down the game was not made lightly, and Zynga recognized the passion and dedication of the game's community.
Gamespot | 15 Mar, 2025
Top 10 Most Expensive Video Game Buyouts Of All Time
- Microsoft acquired Activision Blizzard for a record-breaking $75.4 billion, making it the largest video game buyout ever.
- Microsoft also made the list with Mojang at $2.5 billion in 2014 and ZeniMax at $8.1 billion in 2020, totaling over $80 billion in acquisitions since 2014.
- Sony bought Bungie for $3.6 billion in 2022, aiming to leverage its expertise in live-service games for PlayStation's strategy.
- Saudi Arabia's Savvy Games Group acquired Scopely for $4.9 billion in 2023, expanding its presence across various gaming franchises.
- Activision Blizzard's purchase of King for $5.9 billion in 2015 strengthened its position in the mobile gaming market with games like Candy Crush.
- Tencent acquired a majority stake in Supercell for $8.6 billion in 2016, marking one of its significant investments in the gaming industry.
- Take-Two Interactive bought Zynga for $12.7 billion in 2022, a major move to enter the mobile games market and broaden its portfolio.
- ByteDance entered the gaming business by acquiring Moonton for $4 billion in 2021, aiming to compete with companies like Tencent.
- The video game industry's landscape continues to evolve with significant acquisitions, including major deals by tech giants like Microsoft and Sony.
- The gaming sector's consolidation trend is evident through substantial buyouts, shaping the competitive dynamics of the industry.
Gamespot | 12 Mar, 2025
Zynga sues over copycat puzzle game that’s topping its original in downloads
- Zynga is suing over the copycat puzzle game Screw Pin Jam Puzzle.
- Zynga argues that the alleged copycat game looks and feels like their game Screw Jam.
- The confusion between the two games is harming Zynga's revenue.
- Zynga wants the court to take down the game and seek financial compensation.
Polygon | 7 Feb, 2025
Zynga unveils Game of Thrones: Legends — The Dragon Egg Hunt, powered by Google Maps
- Zynga is hosting The Dragon Egg Hunt sweepstakes for Game of Thrones: Legends, powered by Google Maps.
- Fans worldwide can participate in a global treasure hunt to find virtual dragon eggs using a custom Google Maps experience.
- The hunt offers incentives, in-game rewards, and immersive experiences as participants navigate through the 2D map.
- Developed by Modern English Digital, this initiative combines the Game of Thrones universe with real-world locations.
VentureBeat | 5 Feb, 2025
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Zynga FAQs
When was Zynga founded?
Zynga was founded in 2007. The company has been operating for 18 years primarily in the Gaming sector.
Where is the Zynga headquarters located?
Zynga is headquartered in San Francisco,California.
How many employees does Zynga have in India?
Zynga currently has approximately 700+ employees in India.
Does Zynga have good work-life balance?
Zynga has a work-life balance rating of 3.3 out of 5 based on 10+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 36% employees rated Zynga 3 or below, while 64% employees rated it 4 or above for work-life balance. This rating suggests that while some employees recognize efforts towards work-life balance, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We encourage you to read Zynga reviews for more details
Is Zynga good for career growth?
Career growth at Zynga is rated as poor, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 2.4. 36% employees rated Zynga 3 or below on promotions/appraisal. This rating reflects a negative sentiment among employees for career growth. We recommend reading Zynga reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the cons of working in Zynga?
Working at Zynga does have some drawbacks that potential employees should consider. The company is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, work satisfaction and skill development, based on 10+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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