Lets Ride Silver Buckle Stables
- January 28, 2022
- Coresoft Inc.
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Lets Ride Silver Buckle Stables" is a horse riding simulation game that allows players to explore a virtual ranch, care for horses, and compete in riding events. The game features realistic horse behavior, customizable characters, and various disciplines including dressage, jumping, and trail riding. Players can also build their skills and reputation to become a top rider at Silver Buckle Stables.
PC
Windows
PlayStation
Playstation 2
Reviews
- The game evokes strong nostalgia for players who enjoyed it during their childhood, making it a delightful experience to revisit.
- The gameplay mechanics, particularly the western riding events and horse care, are engaging and provide a unique experience compared to other horse games.
- Despite its age, the game holds up well with decent graphics for its time and offers a variety of customization options for characters and horses.
- The control scheme can be frustrating and janky, making it difficult to navigate and perform well in competitions.
- There is a lack of content outside of competitions, with repetitive tasks and a small open world that feels limited.
- Some players have experienced minor bugs and glitches, such as freezing or graphical issues when interacting with other programs.
- graphics14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered dated, with many users noting their low-budget, pixelated appearance typical of older titles. Despite this, players appreciate the nostalgic charm and the game's ability to hold up well for its time, especially in terms of gameplay and customization options. While modern games may offer superior graphics, the unique open-world concept and engaging mechanics keep this game a favorite among fans.
“Sure, there are games with better graphics around these days, but besides just being incredibly nostalgic to me, I think Silver Buckle Stables also holds up surprisingly well for its age.”
“However, for a game of its time, the graphics are great, and the open world riding concept without having to meet any kind of achievements or load between areas is honestly really amazing.”
“- The graphics are pretty good for their time and there's quite a decent selection of customization.”
“Graphics are pretty choppy but the game is old.”
“Yes, the graphics aren't the greatest; they're pixelated and a little sharp, but the dynamic is still there.”
“The graphics look like all horse game graphics did back then - low budget, but they tried.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers a solid 7-8 hours of engaging experience, particularly praised for its unique steering mechanics that enhance control during events. While the core gameplay is enjoyable, there are calls for additional features and improved graphics to elevate the overall experience.
“It's worth the price for the 7-8 hours of gameplay.”
“The gameplay is great; it just needs some more features and better graphics.”
“It's worth the price though for the 7-8 hours of gameplay there is.”
“I really like the steering mechanics, where you are able to turn much faster by slowing from a gallop to a canter.”
“It's a mechanic that I wish other horse games would implement for these sorts of events.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game is enjoyable for fans of western gaming, but it lacks a substantial storyline, which some players may find disappointing.
“This is a super fun game for those that love western gaming - the only downside is there isn't a storyline.”
“No story.”
- stability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game runs well with minimal issues, though some have experienced occasional freezing. Most players have not encountered significant lag or glitches, indicating a generally stable performance.
“Still runs great, with no freezing.”
“It still runs great, despite a few hiccups when it randomly freezes. Overall, it's still a great game!”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
