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Umamusume: Pretty Derby Global Release Date Revealed With Pre-Registration Rewards


Umamusume Pretty Derby

Horse racing fans and anime enthusiasts have something exciting to look forward to this summer. Umamusume: Pretty Derby, the popular horse girl racing game, will finally launch globally on June 26, 2025, after four years of being available only in Japan.


The game's developer, Cygames, announced on April 28 that players can now pre-register for the English version of the game on multiple platforms, including mobile devices and PC. Those who sign up early will receive special in-game rewards to help them get started.


What is Umamusume: Pretty Derby?


Umamusume: Pretty Derby is a simulation game that's part of a larger multimedia franchise created by Cygames.


The characters in the game are inspired by real racehorses but portrayed as anime girls with special racing abilities. Players train these "horse girls" to compete in races while following their journey to win the prestigious Twinkle Series.


The franchise began in Japan in 2016 and includes anime shows, manga comics, music, and games.


The game's popularity is evident as it surpassed $2.5 billion in gross lifetime mobile revenue in Japan alone by February 2025.


This global release marks the first time international players can officially enjoy the game in English.


Pre-Registration Details


Pre-registration is now open and will continue until the game's launch on June 26. According to the official announcement, players can pre-register through several platforms:


  • App Store (for iPhone users)

  • Google Play (for Android users)

  • Steam (for PC users)

  • Google Play Games

  • Official website


The process is straightforward - simply search for the game on your preferred platform and select "Pre-register," "Get," or "Add to wishlist" depending on the platform.


Generous Pre-Registration Rewards


Cygames is offering substantial rewards to players who pre-register before the launch. These rewards include:


  • 3,750 Carats (enough for 25 scouts/gacha pulls)

  • 100,000 Monies (in-game currency)

  • 50,000 Support Points

  • 45 Alarm Clocks

  • 45 Toughness 30s

  • 30 Goddess Statues


The most valuable reward is the 3,750 Carats, which gives players 25 free attempts at the game's gacha system (called "scouts"). This will help new players quickly build their collection of horse girls when the game launches.


Special Pre-Registration Campaign


Beyond the standard rewards, Cygames is hosting a special promotion on their official English X (formerly Twitter) account. This campaign runs from April 28 to May 11, 2025, and offers some impressive prizes:


  • One lucky winner will receive round-trip plane tickets to Japan

  • Ten winners will receive $50 Amazon gift cards

  • Five winners will receive an Umamusume: Pretty Derby acrylic keychain set


To enter, participants need to follow the official English Umamusume X account (@umamusume_eng) and repost the campaign announcement during the specified period.


Kentucky Derby Promotion


As part of their global launch strategy, Cygames announced earlier this week that they will sponsor the 151st Kentucky Derby. The prestigious horse racing event will take place on May 3, 2025, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.


The company will host a booth in the infield area on both May 2 and 3, where visitors can try out several Cygames titles, including Umamusume: Pretty Derby. This promotional event serves as an excellent opportunity for American racing fans to experience the game before its official release.


Game Features


While specific details about the global version weren't fully outlined in the announcement, the game typically features:


  • Character collection through a gacha system

  • Training simulations to improve your horse girls' abilities

  • Racing competitions against other players

  • Story content following the characters' journeys


The game combines elements of horse racing, character collection, and training simulation, making it unique among mobile games.


With this global release, international players can finally experience the charm of Umamusume: Pretty Derby, which has made it so popular in Japan.


The pre-registration campaign offers substantial rewards that will give new players a head start when the game launches on June 26.

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