Huge news for fans of the *Pony/Horse Girl* anime! 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 for the global version of *Uma Musume Pretty Derby*. This means regular updates and news will be readily available to everyone. For newcomers, *Uma Musume Pretty Derby* is part of a larger multimedia franchise, including anime and manga, that's amassed a huge following thanks to its popular anime series.
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 strive to become top idols while competing in the "Twinkle Series," a national sports entertainment show. While the game hasn't had a global release until now, characters like Gold Ship from Team Spica have already appeared in globally released games like *Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising*, hinting at more crossovers to come with the English version's launch.
When is the *Uma Musume Pretty Derby* English Version Coming?
While a specific release date remains unannounced, we know it will be free-to-play and available on Android and iOS. Stay tuned to the official website for updates. In the meantime, check out the official trailer below!
For those attending Anime Expo 2024 at the Los Angeles Convention Center (July 4th-7th), you'll have the chance to play a demo of the English version! Don't forget to check out our other news before you go!
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