Idle Horse Racing

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Idle Horse Racing is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Zepni Ltd. and was released on April 10, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

"Idle Horse Racing" is a cute and addictive idle game where players start with a pony and upgrade them to faster horses by combining them. The game features unlockable stadium items to boost coin earnings, even when offline or away. Discover various pony and horse species, and race to win the grand prize as a horse racing tycoon.

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Single-Player

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 900 reviews

graphics13 positive mentions

monetization82 negative mentions

The game features adorable graphics and animations, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
It's a fun and addictive idle game that allows players to earn money and collect horses even while not actively playing.
The game is simple and relaxing, making it a great way to pass the time without the need for complex mechanics or puzzles.

The game suffers from a high frequency of ads, which can disrupt gameplay and make progression feel tedious.
Players have reported issues with the game's balance, particularly with the increasing costs of horses making it difficult to progress.
There are limitations on the number of horses available, leading to a feeling of stagnation once players reach the maximum level.

monetization
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on ads, which players find to be excessive and disruptive, particularly when trying to progress without spending money. While some users appreciate that ads are not overly intrusive and can be ignored during gameplay, many express frustration over the frequency and necessity of watching ads to gain rewards or speed up progress. Overall, the game offers a free-to-play experience, but the abundance of ads may deter some players from continuing.
- “Nice app, no ads unless you want double speed or coins.”
- “Again, it's not too hard, horse-related, super fun, and no ads!”
- “My least favorite part is that the only way you can progress quickly is by watching lots of ads... great game though!!”
- “There are so many ads it's ridiculous.”
- “But that grind is real and the ads are endless if you want to progress.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
20%
15%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their cuteness and overall quality, with many users highlighting the charming art style and appealing designs of the horses. While some players express a desire for more variety in environments and horse designs, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's addictive and enjoyable nature. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are so cute!”
- “This game has really good graphics!!”
- “Graphics are 10/10 and I really recommend!”
- “The graphics are kind of lacking and maybe add some crazy horse designs as well.”
- “The graphics as well as overall simple layout is nice when I'm having a hard time concentrating.”
- “The horses are great and I love the cartoon graphics.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it adorable and upbeat, enhancing their experience, others prefer to turn it off, indicating it may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the soundtrack is generally seen as cute and enjoyable, particularly for younger audiences.
- “But there's bouncing ponies, adorable music, and millions of pony dollars to make.”
- “Super cute game even the little ones can enjoy, upbeat music, safe ads, and it's generally a pleasant way to spend a few idle minutes.”
- “Good game, I love the music and it's better than Roblox to me, try it out though! :3”
- “I don't like the music or sound, so I keep that off, but it doesn't bother me.”
- “Although I don't like the music, it's a really fun game and it has my real-life horses. Great game.”
- “The music in the background is not to my taste.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Gameplay is characterized by charming graphics and a relaxed, stress-free experience, particularly with collectible cartoony horse figures. However, players express concerns about the frequency of disruptive ads and a lack of content variety, leading to a slower pace over time.
- “Cute graphics and wonderful gameplay; I just hope there's more to come because it gets slow after a while!”
- “No stress gameplay with adorable collectible cartoony horse figures.”
- “I often get multiple ads in under a minute, which is disruptive to what little gameplay there actually is.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is derived from its absurd premise of racing cartoon horses, which many players find amusing and entertaining. The lighthearted nature of the game, combined with the whimsical character designs, adds to its comedic appeal.
- “It's definitely not terrible; just the fact that you're racing cartoon horses for hours is hilarious.”
- “It's funny, and my favorite pet is a horse.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is perceived as simplistic and unengaging, with users expressing a desire for more diverse quests and activities, such as horse racing and grooming, to enhance the overall experience.
- “The story is very simple and boring; I suggest adding quests like horse racing, horse jumping, dressage, and maybe horse grooming.”
- “I wish they would include more quests and a greater variety of horses.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly criticizing the merging of horses as boring and lacking creativity. Overall, the grinding experience detracts significantly from the enjoyment of the game.
- “This game is cute, but after a while, it becomes very repetitive and tedious to merge your horses.”
- “Boring, unimaginative, and grindy... there's nothing good about this game.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users consistently praise the game's stability, reporting no glitches and a seamless experience. The overall sentiment highlights a strong enjoyment of the game, contributing to its addictive nature.
- “Best game in the world, no glitches, awesome music, and it's absolutely captivating! Please, please, please get this game!”
- “Super game, so great, no glitches, perfect! I am so addicted to this beautiful game!”