Tokyo International News Agency

The developers of the hit game "Umamusume: Pretty Derby" have announced that the new trainable Umamusume, "★3 Red Desire," will be added to the game starting at noon on May 20th. Following the news shared on the official X (formerly Twitter) account on the 19th, social media has been buzzing with a mix of surprise and high expectations from the player base. Red Desire is a legendary mare known in horse racing history as the greatest rival to Buena Vista. Her impressive real-life career includes a victory in the Shuka Sho and challenging international stages like Dubai and the Breeders' Cup (BC) in the United States. In the world of Umamusume, she has been given a unique persona as a "self-proclaimed saint." Her character is characterized by a comical and relentlessly positive outlook, where she views every challenge and event as a "trial." On social media, fans have reacted enthusiastically to this personality, with comments like "The Sa...

The hit cross-media franchise Umamusume: Pretty Derby has announced its massive Golden Week event, titled "Gold Week," sparking widespread excitement across its fanbase. Revealed during the official "Paka Live TV" livestream on April 28, the campaign shines a spotlight on the "Ste-go Clan"—characters inspired by the real-life bloodline of the legendary racehorse Stay Gold. During the campaign period, players can enjoy up to 80 free gacha pulls, participate in dedicated pickup gachas for "Ste-go" family members, and look forward to new music releases. Living up to its name, the event also features a luxury giveaway where players can enter for a chance to win real "Pure Gold Coins" through gameplay. Social media has been flooded with praise, particularly for the newly released key visual. Fans have been quick to comment on the stunning art, with remarks like "The visual is too good" and "Dream Journey looks hauntingly beau...