Star Stable Horses
- January 29, 2017
- Star Stable Entertainment AB
"Star Stable Horses" is a simulation game that allows players to raise unique horses for use in the online game "Star Stable Online." With good gameplay and splendid visuals, players can enjoy customizing and training their horses. However, be prepared for lots of grinding and bugs. The game's own description is: "Raise unique horses for Star Stable Online!"
Reviews
- graphics156 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game are widely praised for their charm and quality, with many users highlighting the beautiful designs of the horses and the appealing animations. While some players noted that certain aspects of the graphics feel outdated or less realistic, the majority found them to be impressive and well-executed, contributing positively to the overall gaming experience. However, a few users expressed concerns about performance issues on lower-spec devices, which can affect the visual experience.
“The graphics are amazing and I would have given 5 stars, but it takes too long to level your foal into an actual horse.”
“The graphics are absolutely amazing!!!”
“I love this game because you have other horse breeds to choose from and they don't cost money, and the graphics are amazing.”
“My only complaint is that the visuals are fairly outdated compared to Star Stable's current style.”
“The graphics are really terrible.”
“Some of her complaints were, graphics are extremely bad for 2017 and upon looking at it I've seen better graphics from the 90's that outshine this one.”
- story124 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is generally appreciated for its engaging quests and character interactions, allowing players to explore the world of Jorvik while improving their riding skills and caring for their horses. However, many users express frustration over the limited number of quests available, long wait times for new quests, and the need for more diverse and challenging storylines. Overall, while the game offers a fun and immersive experience, players desire more content and flexibility in quest availability to enhance their gameplay.
“The player's task in the game is to do quests and protect Jorvik from harm, meet characters and help them, unlock new areas, and all the while improve their riding skills and strengthen the bond they have with their horse.”
“I love SSO; it's my favorite game ever! I love horses and the storyline is so detailed and entertaining.”
“I love the gameplay because you also play Star Stable and play with other people and do other quests. You can talk to other people; they can also help you if you are stuck. It is so much fun, and you can also do horse riding shows and get picked to be the winner against other people and your friends!”
“It's boring, there's not really much to do, the quests always say 'your horse is too tired.'”
“I really am mad at this game right now because I was just on level four and it made me start all over again so that was really annoying but I like playing the game; it was just that was really annoying and also what I hate is that you can only do quests every 24 hours so it takes you even longer to level up.”
“The only downside is that you can complete all of the daily quests in about 5 minutes, so not much to do.”
- monetization44 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is mixed, with many users appreciating the lack of intrusive ads and the presence of in-app purchases that unlock additional content. However, some players express frustration over high prices for these purchases and the inability to recover them if the app is deleted. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, there are calls for more balanced monetization practices and additional free content.
“I enjoy playing this and it has no ads!”
“The best part is, is that there's no ads!”
“I suggest getting it, the prices of in-game purchases are low.”
“The downside is that you cannot make an account on it, so if you make an in-app purchase and you delete the app or get a new phone, that is hard-earned cash going down the drain.”
“What this should have said is you get to level 10 all fine, but then you have to pay some of the most extortionate prices for kids' in-app purchases I have ever seen.”
“So much monetization, and a fairly useless (also monetized) gardening feature that has zero impact on leveling up your horses.”
- stability39 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 87 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent glitches and freezing issues, particularly during specific tasks like naming horses or completing quests. While some players have experienced minimal problems and praise the game's overall enjoyment, the prevalence of bugs and performance issues has led to frustration among others, impacting their gameplay experience. Overall, stability remains a significant concern that developers need to address to enhance user satisfaction.
“There are no glitches and overall it's a fun game, whether you have SSO, or you are just playing for fun.”
“I love this game so much; no glitches at all.”
“Tehres nothing I would change about it and there are no mistakes and no glitches, which is good.”
“When I try selecting a name for the horse, it freezes and doesn't let me press anything.”
“This game has become a buggy mess since Bongfish joined the development team.”
“It freezes and closes, and it's getting me down. Please try to fix it; my account is Harley Groundwood.”
- gameplay32 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for being fun, easy to understand, and visually appealing, with great graphics and animations. However, many users find it repetitive and occasionally boring, particularly due to long wait times and limited activities. While some enjoy the social aspects and quests, there are calls for more variety and faster gameplay mechanics to enhance the overall experience.
“Thankfully there are no adverts, it has fun gameplay, simple to understand, easy to play.”
“I love the gameplay because you also play with other people and do other quests. It's so much fun, and you can also do horse riding shows and compete against others and your friends!”
“The gameplay is amazing and the graphics are spectacular.”
“The gameplay can be quite boring, especially doing the exact same thing every time you look after your horses.”
“The training gameplay is absolutely boring.”
“It's extremely lacking in gameplay.”
- humor12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it entertaining and occasionally funny, particularly in the antics of the horses. While some users express frustration with gameplay elements, they still appreciate the lighthearted moments that contribute to the overall enjoyment. Overall, the humor adds a charming touch to the experience, making it appealing to a younger audience.
“This game/app is amazing, it's not scary and it's sometimes a bit funny.”
“This app is very nice; sometimes the horses do very funny things when you're not looking lol.”
“It's a good game but a little funny👍”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game, particularly the farming mechanics, to be confusing and often tedious. While some appreciate the new farming update, many express frustration over low rewards and the necessity of grinding for resources, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“The farming part is very small yet confusing.”
“But the only thing I didn't want from the update is that we have to do farming, and what if we don't have enough coins or gems to get more? Some can't pay for it.”
“The game gets tedious after a while.”
- music7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Players generally find the music in the game to be relaxing and enjoyable, enhancing their overall experience. While some users express a desire for more customization options regarding music, the positive feedback on the soundtrack remains a highlight for many. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's charm, despite some mixed feelings about other aspects.
“I love this game, it's very relaxing, I love the music and the horses.”
“Love the graphics of this game and the music is the best.”
“It's not that fun, but I still like the music.”
“I do not enjoy sometimes ads come on, but it's still fun and I love Star Stable. Please update the disco and let us choose music.”
“The music is relaxing.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting both joy and heartbreak. While the stunning graphics and the experience of riding horses evoke dreams and excitement, the requirement to purchase in-game items often leads to feelings of disappointment and sadness, particularly for those unable to afford them. The emotional impact is significant, with many players sharing experiences of crying over the game's limitations and their longing for a more accessible experience.
“But once you finish leveling your horse, you have to buy it. I cried so much.”
“Hello, the graphics of the game are absolutely amazing. It was my dream to be able to explore Star Stable and ride my horse as fast as the wind could take me. I have been dreaming about entering the game, and others have dreamed about it too. Please, dear Star Stable, make the payment for entering the game free, just for one month at least. Some people's parents don't allow their children, even on their birthdays, which is really heartbreaking for them and it ruins their whole mood.”
“I was having so much fun, then when the time came to get my horse, it was star coins and I did not have star coins. Then I cried myself to sleep. 😭😴”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users experiencing significant performance issues, particularly on older devices, leading to frustrating gameplay. However, others report smooth performance, indicating that optimization may vary depending on the device used.
“I love that everything runs smoothly, and I can't wait to see what other horses SSO adds to the Star Stable Horses app.”
“The game's performance is honestly the worst I've seen from a mobile game in a long time.”
“There's a bug in the coding of the jump training that causes stuttering, making completion of that task nearly impossible on my older tablet.”