Rival Stars Horse Racing
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Playing now
80+0 vs. yesterday
All-time peak
1,163Feb 2026
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| Community | Hotfix 1.40.1 Hi everyone, Hotfix 1.40.1 is now live. This update focuses on cleaning up a number of issues that surfaced after Update 1.40. Here’s what’s been addressed in Hotfix 1.40.1: · Fixed an issue causing Local User Profiles to fail to load or appear missing after game update 1.40 · Returned the Triple Peak Event customisation set. - Appeared Invisible During Races After Update 1.40 · Fixed an issue… | — | |
| Community | Update 1.40 - Known issues acknowledgement Hi everyone, We are currently aware of a few issues affecting Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition at this time, They are: Marjor: · Some players are experiencing missing save files, both local and cloud. · Controllers are no longer connecting or being recognised by the game. Minor: · Triple Peaks Customisation Set does not display in game We know these are not small inconveniences. Save d… | — | |
| Major update | Update 1.40 Roam Together! Ready your horses and saddle up, because Update 1.40: Roam Together has officially arrived! This marks our final update for 2025, and it’s a big one. If you’ve been keeping up with our announcements over the past few weeks, you’ll know there’s plenty to dive into. We’ve put a lot of love into this update, and we’re excited to finally share it with you in full. There’s plenty to explore, so let’… | — | |
| Community | Update 1.40 - Announcement Two Earlier in the week, we shared details about the new Free Roam Multiplayer mode coming to the game, If you missed it, you can read it here. Today, we're excited to tell you even more about what's to come in our next update 1.40 - Roam Together. Let’s get into it An expansion to Show Jumping is on the way! No longer just an addition to Free Roam, Show Jumping is getting its own Career mode! For… | — | |
| Community | Update 1.40 - Roam Together Announcement! Grab your friends and get ready to saddle up! Multiplayer Free Roam is coming to Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition! For the first time ever, you will be able to experience Free Roam with up to eight friends and explore the world of Rival Stars Horse Racing together! Gallop through the open fields of the Ranch, wander the lush green landscapes of Switzerland, take on the rugged trails of… | — | |
| Game update | Hotfix 1.33.1 Important Over the weekend, Unity (Unity game engine) announced a security concern affecting certain versions of its engine. Following Unity’s advice, our team has released a hotfix update for Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition on Steam. While there’s no evidence of any exploitation or impact on our players, this update ensures continued stability and security. We strongly recommend upda… | — | |
| In-game event | Update 1.33 - Leaping Legends Welcome to the latest update notes for Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition! Update 1.33 has arrived, bringing new missions, fresh story content, and a brand-new breed to the ranch. This update expands on cross country and steeplechase with new goals to chase and even more compelling story to unfold. Whether you’re here for the story or simply to welcome a new horse to your ranch, there’s… | — | |
| Community | Update 1.33 Delay Hey everyone, quick announcement. We’ve identified a fairly major bug in our upcoming release that could impact gameplay for several players. The team is already working hard to resolve the issue and ensure everything runs smoothly. Because of this, we’ll need to push back the release of update 1.33 to early next week. At this stage, we’re aiming for a new release date of 09 September 2025 NZT.… | — | |
| Community | More Story Content Is On The Way Our Next Update, Update 1.33 - Leaping Legends, is bringing a major expansion to story mode for Cross Country and Steeplechase! For anyone wondering “what’s next?” and looking for new ways to continue their Rival Stars journey, this update has plenty to explore. You’ll meet brand-new characters with their own stories to uncover, reconnect with familiar faces popping back into the action, and ta… | — | |
| Community | Gear Up - The next Desktop update is on the horizon Get ready! The Anglo Arab is joining Rival Stars Ranch! Originating from France, the Anglo-Arab blends Arabian endurance with Thoroughbred speed. With +5 Agility and +2 Sprint Energy, this versatile breed is a strong contender across multiple disciplines. Whether you’re racing or jumping, the Anglo Arab is built to perform and ready to make its mark in your stables. Don't worry, you don't have… | — | |
| Community | Tell us what you think about VR Into VR? Curious about it? Either way, we’d love your input. Take a quick survey about Rival Stars Horse Racing VR Edition , whether you’ve played it or not. Your feedback will help shape future VR Edition updates. Take the Survey | — | |
| Game update | Hotfix - 1.32.1 Hotfix 1.32.1 is now live We’ve just released a small hotfix to address issues found in the latest update:: · Fixed custom horses not appearing in the breeding menu · Fix an issue that caused stopped saves from loading · Fixed infinite loading screens when editing custom horse Thanks for your patience while we got this sorted. You should now be able to get back to racing, breeding, and customis… | — | |
| Major update | Golden Shimmer - Update 1.32 Welcome to the latest update notes for Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition! Update 1.32 – Golden Shimmer has arrived, and it’s a big one. This update introduces a brand new breed, a stunning new environment, and a variety of quality-of-life improvements to keep things running smoothly. Whether you're here for the horses, the story, or the scenery, there’s something for everyone. It’s a pa… | — | |
| Community | Get ready to explore the Golden Dunes A brand new location is on the horizon. Soon, you’ll be able to roam through a sun-baked town nestled among shady desert trees and sweeping golden sands. Take your time to explore, unwind, and soak in the warm sun and stunning views. This open landscape isn’t just beautiful - it’s also the ideal home for the Akhal-Teke, which will be arriving alongside the Golden Dunes environment. Keep an eye… | — | |
| Community | Get ready for the Akhal-Teke The Akhal-Teke is gearing up to make its debut on Desktop. Known for its dazzling, shimmering coat and athletic build, the Akhal-Teke is sure to grab attention and stand out wherever it goes. On top of its striking looks, it also comes with a powerful Breed Bonus to give you an edge on the track: · +5 Speed · +2 Sprint You’ll learn more about the Akhal-Teke and everything else coming up when th… | — | |
| In-game event | New Breeds Just Landed - Update 1.31 Welcome to the latest Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition update notes In this update, we’re adding not just one but two new breeds! If you’ve been paying attention to our posts recently, you will have seen us teasing the Mustang breed, but if you looked a little closer, you might’ve spotted another familiar pattern starting to appear in the background. Yep, that’s the Appaloosa, and alon… | — | |
| Community | A closer look - The Mustang is coming soon The latest Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition update is almost here, and the Mustang is ready to make its debut. With a breed bonus of: · +5 Sprint energy · +2 Acceleration The Mustang brings the stamina and acceleration to match its wild nature, perfect for the trails of Canyon Falls. But if you look carefully, you might spot someone else also getting ready to join the stables. More det… | — | |
| Community | The Mustang Is Coming to Desktop! Saddle up, racers! The next Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition update is set to launch in just a few weeks, and it's bringing a brand new breed with it. The Mustang is heading to Desktop! With its bold attitude and long, flowing mane, the Mustang is right at home in the pastures, but don’t be fooled. This breed is built for tough terrain and is the perfect choice when it comes to taking… | — | |
| Game update | Hotfix 1.30.1 - Whirlaway Peak Hotfix 1.30.1 has been released to address an issue impacting the sprint bar in the Whirlaway Peak race Fixed: Fixed an issue where the sprint bar failed to refill in the Whirlaway Peak race Thank you for being so patient as we worked to address the issue. Happy racing all :) | — | |
| Community | Whirlaway Peak limited-time event - Known Issue Hi everyone, We've identified an issue affecting the Sprint bar in the Whirlaway Peak limited-time event. Players with the "Strong Starter" and "Perfect Starter" skills equipped may notice problems with sprint energy regeneration. We're actively investigating a fix, but in the meantime, we recommend unequipping these skills during the event. We do apologise for any frustration this has caused.… | — | |
| Community | Triple Peaks Championship - Event line up Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition players, get ready for the Triple Peaks Championship It’s time to reveal the full race lineup for this exciting limited-time event Here’s what’s coming: Barton Peak – opens May 2 1st place rewards: Bridle Whirlaway Peak – opens May 16 1st place rewards: Saddle Pad Rose Peak – opens June 6 1st place rewards: Blanket + Mask Once each race opens, you’ll ha… | — | |
| In-game event | A rugged new landscape - Update 1.30 Welcome back to another round of update notes for Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition! In this update, we’re opening the gates to a brand new Free Roam location. Head past the show jumping arena and into the wilds. Introducing Canyon Falls— Welcome to Canyon Falls—A fresh new area with a whole new look. Think rugged cliffs, winding canyons, and stretches of wild bush dotted with sunlit ca… | — | |
| Community | A Brand New Event is coming to Desktop Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition Presents - The Triple Peaks Championship Join us for a limited-time event, split across THREE RACES, running from May 2nd to July 9th in Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition. Each race offers a chance to get your hands on a piece of exclusive Desktop-only horse tack—but here’s the catch: every race rewards a different piece, and you’ll need to take… | — | |
| Community | A new environment is coming soon A new environment is coming soon to Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition. Get ready to explore winding canyon trails, race beneath towering cliffs, and chase the sound of distant waterfalls. Adventure is just around the bend… | — | |
| Community | Join The Discord! The official Rival Stars Horse Racing Discord has arrived! Whether you want to keep up with the latest events and announcements, chat with other players about breeding and racing, or show off your favourite horses and best race wins, this is the place to be. You’ll also get insights straight from the team and be part of a growing community that loves the game as much as you do. If you’re into R… | — | |
| In-game event | A New Breed Joins The Ranch - Update 1.29 Hello, and welcome to the latest update notes for Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition! We’ve got a special update for you today, so let’s not waste any time—grab your gear, saddle up, and let’s jump straight in. A New Breed Joins The Game Everyone, say hello to the newest equine companion joining the Rival Stars Ranch, The Knabstrupper! Known for their striking spotted coats and impressiv… | — | |
| In-game event | Show Jumping Arena - Update 1.28 Welcome to the latest update notes for Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition! This time around, we’ve got something special for you— a brand-new Show Jumping arena that will test your skills with sharp turns and quick jumps. Plus, we’ve added 23 beautiful new horse coats to bring more variety to your stable. So saddle up, and let’s jump right into the details! A New Arena - Show Jumping Get… | — |
Announcements are the developer’s own posts to the game’s Steam news feed: updates and their patch notes, in-game events, releases and sales. The important ones are marked on the players chart.