Riding Star
- March 27, 2014
- Sproing
Get on Steam"Riding Star" is a horse riding simulation game that allows players to train and compete with their horse in various events. The game features realistic graphics and equine behavior, as well as a career mode where players can work their way up to become a champion rider. Customization options for both the rider and horse add an extra layer of personalization to the gameplay experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a realistic horse riding experience with detailed dressage mechanics that many players appreciate.
- Despite some initial control difficulties, players find the game engaging and enjoyable once they get used to it.
- It's a good option for horse enthusiasts, especially those looking for a simple and nostalgic gaming experience.
- The controls are frustrating and unresponsive, making gameplay difficult and unenjoyable for many players.
- Graphics are outdated and lack variety, leading to a less immersive experience compared to other horse games.
- The game lacks a compelling storyline and depth, resulting in repetitive gameplay that can quickly become boring.
- graphics28 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as outstanding and immersive, particularly for horse enthusiasts, while others criticize them as generic, outdated, and lacking variety. Many note that the visuals have not significantly improved since 2008, leading to a perception of poor quality in comparison to newer titles. Overall, the graphics seem to be a polarizing aspect, with opinions varying widely based on individual expectations and experiences.
“Amazing graphics, activities and shows to go to!”
“The graphics were so great I actually thought I was on Cinnamon in person.”
“I love this game; the controls are just amazing and the graphics are outstanding.”
“It really just is an old RenderWare game, with boring graphics, bad controls, and repetitive training.”
“The graphics haven't changed since 2008 and the gameplay is linear.”
“The graphics are somehow worse than the older games.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being boring, repetitive, and lacking a storyline, with controls that are unnecessarily difficult and mechanics that feel subpar compared to other horse games. Despite these issues, some players appreciate the accurate horse anatomy and animation, suggesting it may still appeal to dedicated fans of the genre. Overall, the experience is described as linear and uninspired, with graphics that have not evolved since 2008.
“Still, this is likely one of the better horse games out there, both in terms of correct anatomy and animation for the horses and in actual gameplay.”
“Especially RS3 has brought me years of wonderful gameplay.”
“Be they adults who ambitiously train their horses for the World Cup at Aachen or be they children just looking for some fun gameplay.”
“There is no storyline, the gameplay is boring and repetitive, and the controls are unnecessarily hard.”
“Plus, the actual gameplay is nonsensical; can we think about what makes any sense for game controls, because yikes.”
“The actual riding isn't enjoyable at all, and the mechanics feel like a mediocre version of every other horse game like this ever made (e.g. Silver Buckle Stables).”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game lacks a storyline, which contributes to a perception of boring and repetitive gameplay. It seems best suited for casual players or horse enthusiasts rather than those seeking a more engaging narrative experience. Overall, the absence of a story is a significant drawback for many reviewers.
“There is no storyline; the gameplay is boring and repetitive, and the controls are unnecessarily hard.”
“I believe to play this, you need to be a horse fan who isn't too serious about gaming since there's no storyline and it is very simple.”
“The game doesn't have any storyline at all, just as a heads up.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that a significant portion of their playtime—around an hour—was spent on repetitive tasks like caring for horses and leveling up stats to progress in competitions.
“It took about 8 hours for me to beat all of the competitions, and my biggest complaint is that probably an hour of that was spent caring for horses or grinding stats to get to the next competition.”
