Umamusume: Pretty Derby Is Galloping Up The Charts On Steam

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A fresh competitor is making a name for itself in the top tiers: Umamusume: Pretty Derby, the fun, free-to-play sports simulation game featuring horse girls on Steam, has been gaining traction rapidly. The gacha game has attracted quite a bit of interest since its North American debut in June, largely due to popular content creators like Northernlion and Vinesauce streaming it. It reached an all-time high of over 50,000 concurrent players on July 9 and has been setting new personal records every day since then.

To give you an idea, that figure exceeds the initial number of simultaneous players by more than twice. The game has now made its way into the top 50 most-popular games on Steam, as indicated by SteamDB. This means it’s up against heavyweights like Elden Ring, Nightreign, and Warframe in terms of player base.

For some time now, Umamusume: Pretty Derby has been captivating Japan with its anime spin-offs, video games, and even a stage play. The main characters of this unique series are women who possess the speed and strength of horses, complete with pointed ears and tails. During the day, they compete in races. At night, they entertain their fans with extravagant pop concerts. What makes Umamusume stand out is that each character is modeled after a real-life famous racehorse. One of them, a lovable underdog named Haru Urara, continues to live on at a farm. Fans have been visiting her there, and even the developers released guidelines for proper conduct when visiting a stable. It’s these odd details that set Umamusume apart from other games, creating a buzz that spreads by word of mouth.

If you’ve played games like Princess Maker or Idol Manager, you’ll pick up on the fundamentals of how Umamusume: Pretty Derby operates. Each horse girl begins with a predefined set of skills and attributes that can be improved through training sessions. During races, they demonstrate their abilities, and if they perform well enough, they move on to more challenging competitions. However, work isn’t the only aspect; the game often pauses for visual novel-style segments and narratives. To select your preferred horse girl, you’ll need to engage with the various gambling elements built into the game. In essence, Umamusume is a game centered around collecting digital images (jpegs), but acquiring your desired one may require a significant investment of money.

You can play Umamusume for free on Steam or on your mobile device.

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2025-07-10 21:39