Rival Stars Horse Racing

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In Rival Stars Horse Racing, train and compete with your own thoroughbred horses in a variety of race events. Manage your stable, hire staff, and make strategic decisions to build a winning racing team. Experience intense PvP multiplayer modes, join a racing club, and climb the leaderboards for ultimate bragging rights in this immersive horse racing simulation.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,999 reviews

graphics1,292 positive mentions

monetization168 negative mentions

The graphics are stunning and the animations are very realistic.
The game offers a variety of activities including racing, breeding, and cross-country.
The gameplay is engaging and the storyline keeps players interested.

It can be difficult to obtain gold and necessary items for breeding and training.
Players often feel forced to spend real money to progress, especially at higher levels.
The game can become repetitive and grindy, particularly when waiting for upgrades and resources.

graphics
1,549 mentions
83 % positive mentions
16 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics in this game are widely praised for their stunning realism and attention to detail, with many users noting that they surpass those of other mobile horse racing games. Players appreciate the variety of horse colors and animations, as well as the overall visual quality that enhances the gaming experience. However, some users have reported occasional glitches and performance issues, particularly when adjusting graphic settings.
- “The graphics are stunning and the horse animation is really good.”
- “I absolutely adore the graphics and the coat patterns are stunning.”
- “The graphics are incredible, there is so much variety in the horse colors.”
- “Extremely long load time for simple graphics, if it even loads, and when it doesn't it causes my UI to stop responding.”
- “The graphics need work, the horses have scraggly manes compared to the tails.”
- “Graphics could be improved and a little more camera distance to see the perfect position line better, and we'd be talking 5 stars.”
story
393 mentions
46 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its engaging plot and beautiful graphics. However, some users find the progression through story missions frustratingly slow and repetitive, often feeling locked into tasks that hinder their ability to advance. While the storyline adds depth to the gameplay, there are calls for improvements in quest design and gold rewards to enhance the overall experience.
- “The story is intriguing but it only shows very small pieces when you achieve goals.”
- “The storyline has a good plot, a great way to get the player hooked.”
- “The game is fantastic, with a great storyline and amazing graphics, especially for mobile.”
- “The worst part of it is the story.”
- “The story is unfortunately boring.”
- “The story mode is just weak as a lawnmower from '92 in use today.”
monetization
228 mentions
16 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
74 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the optional nature of ads that provide in-game rewards, while others express frustration over the frequency and length of ads, particularly when they lead to crashes or disrupt gameplay. In-app purchases are noted as being somewhat expensive, and while some players feel that the game can be enjoyed without spending money, others believe that the monetization strategy leans heavily towards pay-to-win mechanics, making progression challenging without financial investment. Overall, the game is generally seen as fun and engaging, but the balance between ads and gameplay could be improved.
- “There's little to no ads and it's very engaging.”
- “No ads at all unless you choose to watch one.”
- “What I appreciate most is that the microtransactions are not as invasive as what is found in the mobile gaming space.”
- “The whole game is built to make you pay even though it's got tons of ads, and it gets worse as you progress.”
- “It's a cash grab game now.”
- “Way too many microtransactions shoved into your face just to make the game even a little like the desktop version.”
gameplay
210 mentions
62 % positive mentions
34 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its polished mechanics, engaging racing and breeding systems, and impressive graphics, making it enjoyable for players. However, some users find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in variety, with suggestions for additional interactive elements and mini-games to enhance engagement. While the controls are mostly easy to use, there are occasional reports of glitches and issues that can hinder the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is fun and easy!”
- “The graphics are amazing and the gameplay itself is very addictive, for me anyway.”
- “Excellent graphics and smooth gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is incredibly repetitive.”
- “The gameplay gets somewhat repetitive after a while and advancement pace stalls dramatically at horses level 6.”
- “Gameplay is weak, breeding is impossible, and free gold is not honored if you complete a task; waste of time.”
stability
132 mentions
5 % positive mentions
5 % neutral mentions
91 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezing, glitches, and crashes, particularly after updates. While some players have experienced minimal issues, the majority express frustration over the game's inability to load properly, leading to a loss of progress and enjoyment. Overall, the need for urgent fixes and improvements in stability is a common theme in the reviews.
- “The game has no glitches as far as I know, and everything looks polished and perfected.”
- “Super fun and addicting... no glitches, perfect gameplay with killer graphics.”
- “This is really a good game, no glitches, it's fun and addictive; you should try it.”
- “It freezes up, flickers, blacks out, and the menus in training, stables, and everything else open and close repeatedly and won't allow me to do anything.”
- “The last update that was supposed to fix bugs and glitches has caused no end of problems with flashing pages and the game freezing altogether.”
- “I have spent quite a bit of money to purchase the coins only to have it constantly freezing up on me and I lose my energy or it freezes up when I win a race and do not receive the experience points.”
music
40 mentions
45 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many players appreciate the beautiful soundtrack and voice acting, although some express frustration over the lack of options to adjust or mute the music. Overall, the combination of great graphics and enjoyable music contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Excellent music and commentator voice acting with a variety of names for the horses.”
- “The music is perfect, the graphics are really good!”
- “Beautiful animation, very addicting, lovely music, makes my dream come to life!”
- “Update great game, but giving it 4 stars because there isn't a settings where you can turn the music off or down.”
- “I turned the music and sound effects off but they're still playing.”
- “I really like this game but love my music more and it's unfortunate there are no setting tabs to mute sounds on the game, I would have given it 5 stars but the lack of muting options definitely dropped the app 2 stars.”
humor
20 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the hilarious horse names and amusing commentary during races, which many players find entertaining. Users appreciate the funny glitches, such as horses turning into floating eyes and tails, and the random name generator adds to the comedic experience. Overall, the game is described as both visually impressive and consistently funny, making it a delightful experience for players.
- “There is everything from very realistic graphics, hilarious horse names, accurate race feedback, and showing courses.”
- “I especially love the commentary while racing and some horses have funny, silly names that the commentator could say if you named your horse right.”
- “Wow, this game is amazing! I think the horse names are quite funny, like one of mine called Torpedo Cushion, lol. But I highly recommend this game, guys.”
grinding
17 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and heavily skewed towards a pay-to-win model, making progress feel nearly impossible without spending real money. While some players appreciate the fun gameplay and beautiful horse designs, many find the grinding experience frustrating, especially with inflated prices and the need for constant management to earn in-game currency. Despite some improvements and countermeasures from the developers, the overall sentiment leans towards grinding being a significant drawback.
- “Getting anything naturally through this game is tedious, and borderline impossible without pouring some real money into it.”
- “The concept is great, grinding isn't, especially with the inflated prices of things. The company needs to make money, but the prices are overpriced for not a lot, and this needs to change.”
- “Grindy and pay to breed. Once you get to breed a level 6 horse, good luck getting high enough prestige level to get a level 7 horse. I'm currently prestige 12 and need another 60,000 points to move to the next level.”
optimization
15 mentions
73 % positive mentions
7 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its impressive graphics and smooth performance, with many users reporting no significant performance issues or crashes. However, some players have noted that optimization could be improved for specific devices, particularly Samsung Galaxy tablets, and there are concerns about the game's access to photos and media. Despite these minor drawbacks, the game's regular updates and engaging content contribute to a generally positive optimization experience.
- “The more I play... the more I love this game. I've tried many horse management games, but none come close to this. Beautiful graphics, regular updates, never crashes, and always runs smoothly. Great work!”
- “Super addictive and I am yet to find any performance issues.”
- “Amazing graphics, the game runs smoothly, lots of different things to do, and amazing coat colors availability.”
- “The game suffers from what I like to call 'RDR 2 syndrome' in terms of optimization.”
- “Please make it optimized for Samsung Galaxy tablets!”
- “I'd like more customization for your tack, maybe even be able to craft better quality tack for your horses and have that boost their performance.”
emotional
11 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally engaging, describing it as heartwarming and relaxing, with a narrative that resonates deeply. However, the frustration from challenging gameplay can lead to tears, highlighting a mix of joy and disappointment. Overall, the emotional experience is a significant draw, reminiscent of feel-good films.
- “The beginning story is very heartwarming, and I just love this game!”
- “Totally awesome and heartwarming.”
- “Excellent graphics work and a heart-touching game.”
character development
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Many users express a desire for deeper character development, indicating that the current portrayal of characters lacks depth and complexity.
- “I'd like to see more character development!”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack depth.”
- “There are missed opportunities for meaningful growth in the storyline.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its impressive graphics, which contribute significantly to its overall atmosphere, creating an engaging and immersive experience for players.
- “This game has great graphics and atmosphere.”