My Riding Stables
- March 28, 2014
- Radon Labs GmbH
- 20h median play time
Get on Steam"My Riding Stables: Your Horse World" is a horse riding simulation game that allows players to manage their own stables, train and care for horses, and compete in jumping and dressage events. The game features a variety of horse breeds, customizable equipment, and realistic environments. Players can also interact with non-playable characters and complete quests to progress in the game.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers three different career paths, which keeps the gameplay interesting.
- It has nostalgic value for players who enjoyed it in their childhood, providing a sense of charm despite its flaws.
- The gameplay is simple enough for kids to pick up, making it a potential educational tool for learning about horse management.
- The graphics and animations are outdated and poorly executed, reminiscent of mid-1990s games.
- There is a significant lack of tutorials and guidance, making it difficult for players to understand gameplay mechanics.
- The pacing is slow, with players often waiting for time to pass and spending excessive time running between distant facilities.
- graphics30 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game evoke a nostalgic 2000s aesthetic, with opinions divided among players; some find them charming and fitting for the genre, while others criticize them as outdated and poor compared to modern standards. Many reviewers acknowledge the graphics' limitations but argue that they are acceptable given the game's age and context. Overall, the reception is mixed, with a notable emphasis on the graphics being a significant factor in the game's appeal or lack thereof.
“I find these horses, and the other graphics, charming.”
“The graphics are great for its time and genre, in my opinion.”
“It is quite repetitive, but it has, for its time, quite good graphics.”
“Horrible graphics, horrible storyline and controls..heck Petz: Horsez 2, a 2008 game, is better than this!”
“You can tell it has lower graphics and is an old game.”
“[b]graphics[/b]: awful.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple and accessible, making it suitable for younger players, though some users noted that it lacks modern polish and suffers from clunky mechanics and poor animations. Additionally, there are reports of bugs and a lack of guidance, which can frustrate players. Overall, while it has potential, the execution leaves much to be desired.
“Gameplay is simple and well signposted - simple enough for kids to pick up.”
“Obviously the graphics and gameplay are nothing like how games are made now, but still it is a decent game.”
“I know I have only played ten minutes of it, but I cannot stress this enough... I simply could not get over the bad rider/horse animations, and the clunky gameplay that came with it.”
“Some bugs and glitches in the gameplay.”
“Now I'm a reasonably intelligent adult, but the lack of guidance as to how to play this god-forsaken excuse of a game is insane.”
- story6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it for being poorly executed and comparing it unfavorably to older games, while others appreciate its engaging and suspenseful elements. Overall, the narrative seems to be a divisive aspect, with significant room for improvement noted by some users.
“Next-gen graphics, the storyline keeps you on your toes.”
“Horrible graphics, horrible storyline, and controls. Heck, Petz: Horses 2, a 2008 game, is better than this!”
“The storyline is lackluster and fails to engage the player.”
“The plot is predictable and uninspired, making it hard to stay invested.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its stability, with users reporting various bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. Those who prefer polished, modern titles may find it difficult to enjoy this game due to its technical issues.
“If you don't like buggy, old games, then I guess I can't and shouldn't recommend it for you.”
“There are some bugs and glitches in the gameplay.”
“The game suffers from numerous stability issues that detract from the overall experience.”
- music4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is repetitive and lacks variety, leading to some irritation among players, particularly due to the absence of a speed-up option. Overall, the looping nature of the soundtrack detracts from the gaming experience.
“The music is pretty much the same the whole time, and sometimes I find it irritating that there's no speed up button or similar feature.”
“The music is very repetitive.”
“The music is very looped.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is initially amusing, but it tends to lose its charm with repeated occurrences, leading to a diminishing comedic effect.
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration and emotional distress regarding the advanced riding lessons, feeling that despite their best efforts and correct actions, they continue to receive mistakes, leading to a sense of helplessness and disappointment.
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability through its three distinct careers, each significantly influencing gameplay and encouraging players to explore different strategies and experiences.
“Replayability: there are three different careers in the game, and they absolutely control how you play.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of horse cleanliness to be tedious and ineffective, as the effort spent on grooming does not yield satisfactory results.
“Horse cleanliness seems to plummet regardless of how long one spends on the utterly tedious process of waggling a brush around.”
