Umamusume: Pretty Derby English Release Date Announced

Get ready, fans of Umamusume: Pretty Derby! The much-anticipated English version of this unique horse girl racing simulation is set to gallop onto the global stage. Here's everything you need to know about the game's release and the exciting opportunities awaiting fans.

Umamusume: Pretty Derby Launches Globally on Steam

Coming This June 26

Mark your calendars for June 26, 2025, as Umamusume: Pretty Derby makes its English debut on Steam. Cygames, the developer, announced this exciting news via Twitter (X) on April 27, with pre-registrations opening the very next day on April 28.

Originally launched in Japan on February 24, 2021, for iOS, Android, and PC, Umamusume: Pretty Derby offers a captivating narrative. The game features legendary racehorses reborn as "horse girls" or "Umamusume," blending the appearance of a high school girl with the attributes of horses. These characters attend Tokyo's Tracen Academy, where they strive to excel as both racers and idols.

The Steam page describes the game as an immersive sports life simulation, boasting an in-depth training system and stunning 3D graphics. Players can scout and train over 20 unique Uma Musumes, participating in races and showcasing their skills. The game's gacha system adds an element of excitement, allowing players to recruit and develop their team.

According to PocketGamer.biz, the Japanese version of Umamusume: Pretty Derby has been a massive success, generating over $2.5 billion in mobile revenue within four years and nearly reaching $1 billion in its launch year of 2021. With the English release, Cygames aims to replicate this success on a global scale.

Pre-Registration Now Open!

Following the announcement, Cygames opened pre-registrations on April 28, offering a range of rewards to early birds. These rewards are designed to give players a head start on their racing journey:

• 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

In addition to these in-game goodies, Cygames is hosting a pre-registration event where participants can win incredible prizes. To enter, simply follow the official English Twitter account of Umamusume: Pretty Derby and repost the event post within the specified period. The event runs until May 11 at 11:59 PM UTC, and the prizes include:

• Round-trip Plane Tickets to Japan – 1 winner
• $50 Amazon Gift Card – 10 winners
• Umamusume: Pretty Derby Acrylic Keychain Set – 5 winners

As Umamusume: Pretty Derby continues to expand its multimedia franchise across games, anime, and music, the English version's release on June 26, 2025, for iOS, Android, and PC is set to bring this beloved series to a wider audience. Stay tuned for more updates and dive deeper into the world of Umamusume with our comprehensive coverage!