Umamusume: Pretty Derby English Release Date Confirmed

Get ready, fans! The much-anticipated English version of Umamusume: Pretty Derby is set to gallop onto the global stage. Here's everything you need to know about the game and how you can snag some incredible prizes, including round-trip tickets to Japan!

Umamusume: Pretty Derby Releases Globally on Steam

Coming This June 26

Mark your calendars for June 26, 2025, as Umamusume: Pretty Derby races towards its English release. Developer Cygames shared the exciting news on Twitter (X) on April 27, with pre-registrations kicking off the very next day on April 28.

Originally launched in Japan on February 24, 2021, for iOS, Android, and PC, this unique game blends the worlds of horse racing and idol culture. In Umamusume: Pretty Derby, legendary racehorses are reborn as "horse girls" or "Umamusume." These characters, who look like high school girls but possess the ears, tails, endurance, and speed of horses, train at Tokyo's Tracen Academy to achieve their dreams of becoming renowned racers and idols.

According to the game's Steam page, players can dive into an immersive sports life simulation. With an in-depth training system and stunning 3D graphics, you'll scout and train over 20 different Uma Musumes, compete in races, and put on dazzling performances. The game also features a gacha system for scouting new characters and supporters.

In March 2025, PocketGamer.biz reported that the Japanese version of Umamusume: Pretty Derby has amassed over $2.5 billion in mobile revenue in just four years, nearly hitting $1 billion in its launch year alone. With the English version on the horizon, Cygames aims to replicate this success on a global scale.

Pre-Registration Now Open!

Following the announcement of the English release date, Cygames opened pre-registrations on April 28. By signing up early, players will receive a generous array of in-game rewards to kickstart their racing journey. These 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

But that's not all! Cygames is also running a pre-registration event where participants can win fantastic prizes, including round-trip plane tickets to Japan. To enter, simply follow the official English Twitter account of Umamusume: Pretty Derby and repost the event post during the designated period. The event runs until 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, for iOS, Android, and PC. Stay tuned for more updates and dive deeper into the world of Umamusume: Pretty Derby with our detailed article below!