is officially galloping into Western territories, with Cygames announcing a release date of June 26, 2025, for Windows PC (via Steam), iOS, and Android platforms. Pre-registration and the Steam page are set to go live on April 28, 2025 .
Originally launched in Japan in 2021, Uma Musume: Pretty Derby is a unique blend of sports simulation and idol management, where players train anthropomorphized horse girls—each inspired by real-world racehorses—to compete in high-stakes races and performances. The game has achieved significant success in Japan, spawning multiple anime adaptations and a dedicated fanbase.
The Western release will maintain the free-to-play model with optional in-game purchases, consistent with the original Japanese version. Cygames has also launched official English-language social media channels to provide updates and engage with the international community.
Originally released in Japan in 2021, Uma Musume Pretty Derby quickly became a phenomenon. The game blends deep training simulation mechanics with flashy anime-style presentation, following horse-girl characters based on real-world racehorses. Players raise and race their favorite “Uma Musume” athletes, aiming for championship titles in high-energy competitions. It’s part idol management, part racing RPG — and it’s been massively successful, generating billions of yen in revenue and spawning anime, merchandise, and spin-offs.
Bringing Uma Musume west is a no-brainer move, even if it’s arriving a few years late. The franchise’s blend of anime culture, deep progression systems, and competitive live-service events could hit big in English-speaking regions, especially with the mobile gacha audience still hungry for fresh experiences. The only real question is whether Cygames will tweak the monetization model for a Western audience — or stick closely to the original Japanese gacha-heavy approach.
For more information and updates, visit the official English website: umamusume.com.
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