Uma Musume Pretty Derby: English Version Announced

Horse racing and anime fans, rejoice! Cygames has officially confirmed an English version of their hit racing simulation game, Uma Musume Pretty Derby. The Japanese version has already garnered rave reviews, and now the global audience gets a chance to experience the magic.

What's the Scoop?

Cygames has launched an official English website, YouTube channel, and X (formerly Twitter) account to keep fans updated on the global release. For newcomers, Uma Musume Pretty Derby is part of a larger multimedia franchise, including anime and manga, that has cultivated a massive and dedicated fanbase.

Originally released in Japan and Asia in February 2021 for Android and iOS, the game centers around "horse girls"—racehorses reincarnated as girls in a parallel universe—who compete in the "Twinkle Series," a national sports entertainment show, while striving for idol stardom. Characters from the game, like Gold Ship from Team Spica, have already appeared in global titles such as Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, hinting at more crossovers to come with the English release.

When Is the Uma Musume Pretty Derby English Version Launching?

While a precise release date remains unannounced, the game will be free-to-play and available on Android and iOS. Check the official website for updates. In the meantime, enjoy the official trailer below!

Looking for a sneak peek? A playable demo of the English version will be available at Anime Expo 2024 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, July 4th-7th. Don't miss it!