The wait is finally over for fans of Umamusume: Pretty Derby as the English version's release date has been officially confirmed. Dive in to discover what the game has in store and learn how you can enter to win exciting round-trip tickets to Japan!
Umamusume: Pretty Derby Releases Globally on Steam
Coming This June 26
Umamusume: Pretty Derby is galloping towards its English release, bringing the unique horse girls racing simulation to a global audience. Developer Cygames announced on X (formerly Twitter) on April 27 that the game will launch on June 26, 2025, with pre-registrations kicking off on April 28.
Originally launched exclusively in Japan on February 24, 2021, for iOS, Android, and PC, Umamusume: Pretty Derby offers a captivating narrative where legendary racehorses are reborn as "horse girls" or "Umamusume." These characters, resembling high school girls but with the ears, tails, endurance, and speed of horses, train at Tokyo's Tracen Academy with dreams of becoming renowned racers and idols.
According to the game's Steam page, players can "scout featured trainees and supporters as you navigate the immersive sports life simulation through the game’s in-depth training system and top-of-the-line 3D graphics!" The game features a gacha system, allowing players to choose from over 20 Uma Musumes to scout, train, and compete in races, showcasing stunning performances.
In March 2025, PocketGamer.biz reported that the Japanese version of Umamusume: Pretty Derby amassed over $2.5 billion in mobile revenue within just four years, nearly reaching $1 billion in its launch year of 2021. With the upcoming English release, Cygames aims to replicate this success on a global scale.
Pre-Registration Now Open!
Following the announcement of the English version's release date, Cygames opened pre-registrations on April 28, offering players a range of rewards to start their racing journey. These rewards include:
- 3,750 Carats (enough for 25 scout attempts/pulls)
- 100,000 Monies
- 50,000 Support Points
- 45 Alarm Clocks
- 45 Toughness 30s
- 30 Goddess Statues
Additionally, Cygames is hosting a pre-registration event where participants can win round-trip plane tickets to Japan and other prizes. To enter, fans need to follow Umamusume: Pretty Derby's official English X account and repost the event post during the specified period. The event concludes on May 11 at 11:59 PM UTC. Prizes include:
- Round-trip Plane Tickets to Japan – 1 winner
- $50 Amazon Gift Card – 10 winners
- Umamusume: Pretty Derby Acrylic Keychain Set – 5 winners
Umamusume: Pretty Derby continues to expand its multimedia franchise, encompassing games, anime, and music. The English version is set to launch on June 26, 2025, on iOS, Android, and PC. Stay updated with the latest news by checking out our article below!
