Umamusume: Pretty Derby English Launch Revealed

Global Launch of Umamusume: Pretty Derby Finally Announced

The wait is over! Cygames has officially revealed the international release date for their wildly popular horse girl racing simulator, Umamusume: Pretty Derby. Beyond the exciting launch details, dedicated fans can even win an incredible trip to Japan as part of the celebration!

Steam Version Debuts June 26

After years of anticipation, the English version of Umamusume: Pretty Derby is finally galloping toward global audiences. Cygames made the official announcement on April 27 via Twitter (X), revealing a June 26, 2025 launch date across all platforms, with pre-registrations opening the following day.

Originally launched in Japan back in February 2021 for mobile and PC platforms, this unique franchise transforms legendary racehorses into charming anthropomorphic characters. These "horse girls" - complete with equine ears, tails and abilities - train at Tokyo's prestigious Tracen Academy, balancing racing careers with idol aspirations.

According to the Steam listing, players will experience "a deep sports life simulation featuring an extensive training system and cutting-edge 3D graphics." The game features a gacha mechanic with over 20 unique Uma Musumes to recruit, each with distinct personalities and racing styles. Players nurture their favorites through rigorous training before showcasing them in thrilling races and dazzling performances.

PocketGamer.biz recently reported the Japanese version's staggering success, surpassing $2.5 billion in mobile revenue within just four years - including nearly $1 billion in its debut year alone. With the global launch, Cygames aims to replicate this phenomenal success worldwide.

Pre-Registration Perks Available Now!

Cygames sweetened the announcement with details about pre-registration bonuses that will give players a significant head start. Those who sign up early will receive a generous package including:

• 3,750 Carats (25 scout attempts)
• 100,000 Monies
• 50,000 Support Points
• Various training boost items

The developers are also running an exciting promotion where lucky participants could win:

• Round-trip flights to Japan (1 grand prize)
• $50 Amazon gift cards (10 winners)
• Exclusive acrylic keychain sets (5 winners)

This marks another major milestone for the expanding Umamusume franchise, which already includes anime adaptations and music releases. The worldwide launch on June 26, 2025 will introduce this unique blend of sports simulation and idol culture to new audiences across iOS, Android and PC platforms.