Rival Stars Horse Racing News

Welcome to the latest update for Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition!

We’re back with a fresh round of update notes, packed with all the latest details. This time around, we’ve made some exciting tweaks to the horse creator as well as introduced a whole bunch of new coats. Let’s dive in!

[h2]A New and improved Horse Creator![/h2]
This desktop-exclusive feature has received a makeover, making it easier than ever to create the perfect horse.

No more endless scrolling to find that one specific colour with the right dilution—everything is now neatly organized with separate sections for Coat Colour, Dilution, and Dilution Type, making horse creation a breeze for both new and seasoned players.

But that’s not all.



We have also made tweaks to the pattern tab. It now separates the coat by Gene Group and Patterns in those groups, making finding that dream pattern that much easier. If you know the specific pattern you are looking for you can try using the new search function.



[h2]Coats coats coats! [/h2]

We’ve added 31 eye-catching new horse coats to Rival Stars Horse Racing that are sure to turn heads! Be sure to check out the Market, Stud Farm, and Horse Creator to discover a fresh batch of coat patterns and give your horses that extra flair!

The new patterns include:

• Powder Appaloosa
  
• Roaning Appaloosa
  
• Flowing Leopard
  
• Brindled Leopard
  
• Clustered Peacock
  
• Lilypad Peacock
  
• Heavy Blanket
  
• Chunky Appaloosa
  
• Belted Blanket
  
• Snowflake Blanket
  
• Swirling Brindle
  
• Hind Brindle
  
• Twilight Dapples
  
• Frosted Dapples
  
• Snowstorm Dapples
  
• Speckled Fleabitten
  
• Patched Overo
  
• Majestic Frame
  
• Circle Pintaloosa
  
• Half Pinto
  
• Gradient Pinto
  
• Lightning Roan
  
• Fading Pinto
  
• Splash Dip
  
• Saddle Splash
  
• Dappled Splash
  
• Tobiano Strike
  
• Jagged Tobiano
  
• Scattered Tobiano
  
• Neckline Tobiano
  
• Speckled Tobiano

That’s it for now! With 31 new coats and a smoother Horse Creator experience, we can’t wait to see the gorgeous horses you design. Make sure to share your most stunning combinations with us—we love seeing your creativity in action!

Don't forget to stay tuned to the community for the latest news and competitions. Until next time, happy racing/riding, everyone!


[h3]Change Notes
[/h3]

• Revamped the Horse Creator to improve ease of use
  
  • Introduced separate sections for Coat Colour, Dilution, and Dilution Type for better organisation.
  • Filtered pattern options by Gene Group to make finding the perfect coat pattern faster
  • Added a search function for specific coat patterns.
• Added 31 New Patterns

Fixed:

• Quarter Horses were missing blue eyes.
  
• Certain horse coat colors caused pixelation issues.
  
• Training sometimes resulted in invisible horses, which could cause game crashes.
  
• The second jump in the Steeplechase tutorial occasionally froze the screen..
  
• The Steeplechase winner from last season was not displaying correctly.
  
• Lifetime earnings were being counted as double in Steeplechase races.
  
• In Foal Photo Mode, the mare’s hair floated if the mare was disabled by the user.
  

Optimized

• Improved the generation of horse roundel pictures.
  
• Improved tail and mane rendering.
  

Welcome to the latest update for Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition!

Today's update introduces two exciting additions to the game, both set to change how you take the reins of Rival Stars Horse Racing. Let's jump straight in!

[h2]New Breed: American Quarter Horse[/h2]

As promised in our last round of update notes, we are thrilled to introduce the Majestic American Quarter Horse to the stables!

A celebrated icon in the equine world with a rich history dating back to colonial America, the American Quarter Horse is renowned for its versatility and incredible speed over short distances. This breed has made a name for itself in racing, represented in game with a +5 Acceleration and +2 Speed bonus, the American Quarter Horse is primed to excel in races demanding quick bursts of power and speed.

[h3]How to get an American Quarter Horse:[/h3]
You have a few options to get an American Quarter Horse in the game: the Horse Creator, Breeding Screen, and Market.



[h2]New Feature: Crossbreeding[/h2]

We have all these new horses, but what happens if you breed them together? Previously, breeding two different breeds of horses would result in a 50/50 chance of receiving a foal of either breed. Well, that has all changed with this update!

Introducing Crossbreeding: a game-changing feature that lets you create unique foals by combining different breeds.

Here’s how it works:

• Crossbreed Definition: A horse with less than 90% of any particular breed is considered a Crossbreed.
  
• Breeding Purebreds: Breed two different purebreds, and you’ll get a foal that’s a perfect 50-50 blend of its parents.
  

Crossbreeds can have up to four breeds in their genetic makeup, offering exciting combinations to explore. Imagine breeding a horse with an Arabian’s sprint energy and a Thoroughbred’s increased speed. This results in a foal with a stunning and unique visual blend and bonuses to support your preferred playstyle.

The exact outcome of your foal’s breed makeup is shown in the ‘Definite Breed Makeup’ on the Breeding Screen, ensuring you always know what to expect. With so many visual blends to discover, the possibilities are endless!

Check out our updated Breeding Guide in-game for a deeper dive into Crossbreeding. Get ready to mix, match, and create a stable of one-of-a-kind champions!



[h2]Cross Breed Bonuses[/h2]

When breeding crossbreeds, you'll notice a change in how bonus stats are distributed compared to purebreds. Instead of having one stat at +5, the bonus will be split across the two breeds. For example, a Thoroughbred with +5 Jump and an Arabian with +5 Sprint will produce a crossbreed with +3 Jump and +3 Sprint. Discover the best breeding strategy to create top champions

We can't wait to see the incredible horses you'll create as you explore these exciting new features.

That wraps up this update, folks. Thanks for hanging out! Don't forget to stay tuned to the community for the latest news and competitions. Until next time, happy racing/riding, everyone!

Change List

New:

• American Quarter Horses Added
  
• Crossbreeding Added
  

Known Issues:
The breeding guide displays incorrect breed bonuses

[h2]Hey Everyone
[/h2]

Update 1.25 is here for Rival Stars Horse Racing Desktop Edition. In this round of update notes, we cover changes to Free Roam with the addition of the new Riderless Freeroam mode, new coat additions and a range of gameplay adjustments. Let's jump in.


[h2]Embrace the moment in Riderless Free Roam[/h2]

Here we have a gorgeous new mode where you can appreciate your horse's unique patterns and coats as if they were wild and untamed, perfect for capturing breathtaking photos against picturesque backgrounds. Whether galloping through the tranquil meadows of the Swiss Alps or navigating obstacles at the ranch, this setting offers a fresh perspective, illuminating your horses in a new light. Prepare to embark on unforgettable adventures and forge lasting memories with your equine companion



[h2]Creating the horse of your dreams[/h2]

In update 1.25 of Rival Stars Horse Racing, we've introduced 21 new patterns. These provide players with an even greater variety of beautiful designs to enjoy and create their dream horse



[h3]List of patterns:[/h3]

• Pinto Embrace
  
• Jumpsuit Pinto
  
• Beauty Mark Pinto
  
• Gaited Pinto
  
• Clover Appaloosa
  
• Dalmatian Appaloosa
  
• Collared Appaloosa
  
• Irregular Leopard
  
• Hind Appaloosa
  
• Foggy Roan
  
• Crumpled Roan
  
• Shadow Roan
  
• Sleeved Roan
  
• Tattoo Roan
  
• Brushed Roan
  
• Middle Overo
  
• Thorny Overo
  
• Skeleton Overo
  
• Speckled Dapple
  
• Crescent Overo
  
• Sharp Overo
  

[h2]Gameplay changes[/h2]

We've made adjustments to improve the racing and riding experience in Rival Stars Horse Racing. Horse stats and gameplay balances have been adjusted across all game mods to allow smoother gameplay. Here's a breakdown of the changes and how they impact each game mode.

Flat Racing:

• Agility: This stat now influences your horse's preferred position and stamina regain. A more agile horse will better maintain its preferred position and recover stamina.
  
• Jump: Your horse's jump ability now affects its acceleration out of the starting gate. A better jump means a quicker start!
  
• Distance Preference: Matching your horse's preferred distance with the race distance now has a greater impact. Ensuring your horse runs at its preferred distance will significantly boost its performance.
  

Cross Country:

• Surface Preference: Cross-country races now feature surface preferences. Choosing a horse that prefers the surface of the map you're racing on will enhance its performance.
  
• Controls: Cross-country controls have been refined to give you better control over your horse around tight corners, enhancing overall performance on those more challenging courses.
  

Steeplechase:

• Agility: Higher agility increases the size of the jumping zone, making jumps easier to clear.
  
• Progression: The difficulty balance has been adjusted for a smoother challenge progression.
  

[h2]That covers the main bulk of the update. Let's take a look at what's coming next.[/h2]

In our last round of update notes, we mentioned new adjustments to the Free Roam mode and the addition of new patterns. This means the only item left on that list was the introduction of a new breed. Well, we are excited to announce that the American Quarter Horse will join the herd in our next update—update 1.26.

That wraps up this update, folks. Thanks for hanging out! Don't forget to stay tuned to the community for the latest news and competitions. Until next time, happy racing/riding, everyone!

[h2]
Change List [/h2]

• Added a riderless mode to Free Roam
  
  
• Added 21 new Patterns
  
• - Pinto Embrace
  
• - Jumpsuit Pinto
  
• - Beauty Mark Pinto
  
• - Gaited Pinto
  
• - Clover Appaloosa
  
• - Dalmatian Appaloosa
  
• - Collared Appaloosa
  
• - regular Leopard
  
• - Hind Appaloosa
  
• - Foggy Roan
  
• - Crumpled Roan
  
• - Shadow Roan
  
• - Sleeved Roan
  
• - Tattoo Roan
  
• - Brushed Roan
  
• - Middle Overo
  
• - Thorny Overo
  
• - Skeleton Overo
  
• - Speckled Dapple
  
• - Crescent Overo
  
• - Sharp Overo
  
  
• Volume sliders on the pause screens of free roam and cross country.
  
• Race again button has been added to Flat Racing
  

Game Play Adjustments
Flat racing:

• Agility affects preferred position stamina regain
  
• Jump Stat affects acceleration on the starting gate.
  
• Matching distance preference now provides a larger advantage
  

Cross Country:

• Surface preference added to Cross Country
  
• Adjusted controls to allow for smoother game play when turning corners
  

Steeplechase:

• Agility stat affects the size of the jumping zone
  
• The progression difficulty balance of the mode was adjusted
  

Fixes

• Fixed a bug that prevented prestige achievements from unlocking. Loading a save file now unlocks all missing prestige achievements.
  
• Fixed a visual bug where the space bar symbols weren't displaying correctly on some pause screens
  

Exciting news! Today we’re announcing a new title coming soon to the Rival Stars Horse Racing franchise. Get ready to saddle up for the ride of a lifetime with Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition, set to launch on SteamVR in Q4 2024.

In this brand new virtual reality experience, you’ll immerse yourself in a scenic horse ranch to experience the joy and pride of caring for a world-class stable of horses. Step into the boots of a stable master and raise your very own champion horses from foals to stars of the raceway. Feed your horses their favorite treats, keep them well-groomed, and give them a scratch in just the right spot to see them stretch out their necks in delight! Then, grab the reins as the jockey and feel the rush of the wind as you race towards victory.

Wishlist Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition on Steam now, follow along for more updates, and prepare to embark on the ultimate equestrian adventure! - https://link.pikpok.com/RivalStarsHorseRacingVR

As this is a brand new experience built from the ground up for VR, please note there is no cross-play with other titles in the Rival Stars Horse Racing franchise.

Check out the trailer

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Hey everyone,

We are back celebrating the 5th anniversary of the Rival Stars Horse Racing franchise. We want to take a moment to say a huge thank you to everyone who's been part of this amazing journey, whether you've hopped on board recently or been with us since day one. Your support has meant the world to us, and we couldn't have made it to this milestone without you.

Today’s video takes a look into the future of the Rival Stars Horse Racing franchise, This includes a glimpse at exciting updates and a special announcement that we can't wait for you to see.

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