Outstanding Feat for Umamusume: Pretty Derby
Umamusume: Beautiful Derby won the title of “Best Mobile Game” at The Game Awards 2025. This is a proud moment for Cygames and another exciting milestone in expanding our global presence. The English version of the game is now available on iOS, Android, Steam and Google Play Games, reaching a wider audience than ever before.
The game is part of the larger Umamusume project, a multimedia universe that includes anime, manga, music and games. It follows characters inspired by famous racehorses as they train, grow and pursue their goal of winning the Twinkle Series. This combination of heartfelt storytelling and engaging simulation has helped the series become a household name in many regions.
Motohiro Okubo, CEO of Cygames America, expressed his gratitude for the award and thanked both fans and development teams for their commitment. He called the recognition an important step for the company and emphasized its commitment to creating high-quality entertainment available to players around the world.
Umamusume: Pretty Derby was first released in Japan in 2021 following the success of the anime adaptation. The combination of character-driven drama, detailed training mechanics, and competitive racing was highly praised by players. And even helped build a community that continues to expand internationally. Music releases, live performances and regular updates have strengthened his presence and kept the experience fresh for everyone.
In addition to winning The Game Awards 2025, the game has received several other industry awards. These include the “Best Mobile Game” at the Thai Game Show, the “Best Game” award from Google Play, the Excellence Award at the Japan Game Awards, and several Famitsu Awards. Feedback from players remains very positive, which is reflected in high ratings on Steam, App Store and Google Play.
