For fans of the Pony/Horse Girl anime genre, exciting news has arrived! Cygames has officially confirmed an English version of their popular racing simulation game, Uma Musume Pretty Derby. The Japanese version has already garnered significant praise, and now a global audience can experience the thrill of the race.
What's the Story?
Cygames has launched an official English website, YouTube channel, and X (formerly Twitter) account dedicated to the global release of Uma Musume Pretty Derby. This ensures consistent updates and communication with international players.
For newcomers, Uma Musume Pretty Derby is part of a larger multimedia franchise encompassing anime, manga, and more. Its popularity stems largely from the success of the anime series, building a substantial fanbase.
Initially launched in February 2021 in Japan and Asia for Android and iOS, the game features horse girls—racehorses reincarnated as girls in an alternate universe—competing in the "Twinkle Series," a national sports entertainment show, to become top idols.
While the game hasn't yet seen a global release, characters like Gold Ship from Team Spica have already appeared in internationally released titles such as Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, hinting at future global crossovers once the English version launches.
When Can We Expect the English Version?
While a precise release date remains unannounced, the game will be free-to-play and available on Android and iOS. Stay updated by regularly checking the official website. In the meantime, enjoy the official trailer below!
For those attending Anime Expo 2024 at the Los Angeles Convention Center (July 4th-7th), a playable demo of the English version of Pretty Derby will be available. Don't miss this chance to experience the game firsthand!
