My Horse: Bonded Spirits

My Horse: Bonded Spirits - Prologue Game Cover

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"My Horse: Bonded Spirits - Prologue" is a free introduction to the full game where players begin their journey as the future heir of a neglected stud farm. The goal is to restore the farm to its former glory, requiring players to learn about horse management, develop skills, and oversee employees. The prologue sets the stage for a rewarding adventure built on the bond between players and their horses.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

My Horse: Bonded Spirits - Prologue screenshot

56%

Audience ScoreBased on 210 reviews

story6 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The graphics are visually appealing, with beautiful landscapes and well-rendered horse movements.
The game has potential with its interesting concept and customization options for both horses and characters.
Some players found the prologue enjoyable and are looking forward to the full release, appreciating the humor and personality in the gameplay.

The controls and movement mechanics are clunky and can cause motion sickness, making gameplay frustrating.
The story and dialogue feel poorly executed, often relying on AI-generated content that lacks depth and realism.
Technical issues such as lag, crashes, and poor optimization significantly detract from the overall experience.

story
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
87%
4%
The story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it poorly executed and lacking coherence, often describing it as comedic yet lifeless. While some appreciate the potential for a unique narrative, others criticize the unrealistic character interactions and convoluted plot, suggesting that the game would benefit from a more free-roaming approach rather than a heavy focus on quests. Overall, the narrative seems to fall flat for a significant portion of the audience, despite some acknowledging its cheeky take on typical horse game tropes.
- “Quests are fun, looking forward to the rest of the story (let's hope it is not too short, because I've experienced that a lot in such horse games).”
- “An interesting prologue with a little different backstory.”
- “The storyline that exists isn't too bad either, a bit of a cheeky play on the typical horse game narrative.”
- “The introductory story explanation of 'how we got here' seemed to address a very serious and potentially amazing plot line in a comedic and almost lifeless way.”
- “None of the story here made sense at all!”
- “The prologue story is really quite a jumble of logical leaps that really do not make any sense.”
graphics
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
52%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the vibrant visuals and character designs, while others criticize clunky animations, lag issues, and pixelated textures. Many users note that while the graphics are decent, they could benefit from further refinement, especially considering the game's target demographic may not have high-end gaming systems. Overall, the graphics are seen as a blend of appealing elements and significant shortcomings, impacting the overall gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are simply amazing, the characters are lively and unique, and the plot captures from the first minutes of the game.”
- “And let's not forget the stunning graphics and immersive world.”
- “Cute horses, beautiful graphics, and interesting gameplay.”
- “The graphics and animations are also clunky and ugly.”
- “Character customization and the 'pick a horse you like' bit - you get a still-frame of very pixelated clipped graphics.”
- “They want you to believe it's got Red Dead graphics, but while the world is 'prettyish', it lacks everything that makes it feel alive.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
59%
8%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players praising the engaging mechanics and unique inventory system, while others criticize the jump mechanics and overall controls as frustrating and poorly executed. Despite its flaws, the prologue offers a glimpse of potential for deeper gameplay and exploration, with optional quests that enhance immersion. Overall, while the graphics may be lacking, the enjoyable aspects of gameplay and humor have left some players optimistic about the full version.
- “This prologue sets the stage for the immersive and exciting adventure that awaits in the full version of the game, providing a glimpse into the engaging gameplay and the potential for further exploration and growth.”
- “Thanks to the developers for such an exciting and addictive gameplay!”
- “The humor and personality infused into the gameplay made it an enjoyable experience.”
- “The jump mechanic is too fast and unpredictable, and barrel racing is hell on earth.”
- “The horse movement reminds me of Mount & Blade but much worse; the simulator mechanics remind me of The Sims but much worse.”
- “The cash mechanics remind me of nothing because it's boring and is just an inventory with extra steps.”
humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the gambling backstory and unrealistic training suggestions both hilarious and entertaining. The quirky personalities of the NPCs and the overall comedic tone contribute to a fun experience, making it stand out among other horse-related games. Many players express excitement about the humorous moments that enhance their gameplay.
- “Some of the training suggestions (such as going out in the forest to make your horse experience all the scary sounds at once) made me laugh at how unrealistic they were, but I didn't feel like it took away from the game itself.”
- “The humor and personality infused into the gameplay made it an enjoyable experience.”
- “Who knew bonding with a virtual horse could be so hilarious?”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting various glitches, freezing issues, and control problems, particularly when riding horses. While some players find the experience enjoyable despite these bugs, the overall consensus indicates that stability issues significantly detract from the gameplay.
- “The game freezes, or simply locks your PC, so all you can do is log out.”
- “Buggy, impossible to ride a horse, some red fences don't allow me to get to the horse.”
- “An interesting game, controls are a little sketchy and it can feel a bit buggy if you get stuck.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting significant bugs and performance issues that hinder gameplay, even at low graphics settings. Many players are unable to progress past the character creator due to these glitches, indicating a severe lack of optimization.
- “Optimization seems to be very poor.”
- “The game is barely optimized at all.”
- “I couldn't even get past the character creator because the game would get glitchy despite having graphics on low to optimize performance.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players feel that bonding with your horse involves a significant amount of grinding, suggesting that the process may be repetitive or time-consuming.
- “It does seem like bonding with your horse is a grind.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game draws evident inspiration from various sources, enhancing the overall experience alongside character visuals and gameplay elements like horse care. This integration of musical themes contributes to a rich and immersive atmosphere.
- “There are clear inspirations everywhere - in music, character visuals, and taking care of the horse.”