The first game, "Best Horse Racing Derby Stallion," was released by ASCII in 1991.
The series, commonly known as "Davista," enjoyed a huge boom in the mid-1990s, and was so loved by many that a Davista-specific magazine even appeared.
Many people may have become horse racing fans through "Davista.
The latest title in the "Derby Stallion" series will be released as a Nintendo Switch exclusive on December 3, 2020 (Thursday ).
What is "Derby Stallion"?
Derby Stallion" is a " racehorse breeding simulation game " in which players start with 20 million yen and a single mare, produce racehorses, win races, and use the prize money earned from races to produce stronger horses.
The game's deep pedigree and breeding theory system, which has been refined throughout the series since the first game in 1991, and the graphics unique to the Nintendo Switch, as well as the ability to connect to the Internet, make the best use of the series' fans and the "Davista" series. The game is designed to be enjoyable not only for fans of the series, but also for those who have never played the "Davista" series or have no experience with horse racing.
Breed the best thoroughbreds with your love!
When you start the game, you begin as the owner of a small farm with only one mare.
From there, you train and train your racehorse, aiming for victory in races.
As you improve your racehorse's pedigree through repeated breeding and training, you can create your own thoroughbreds.
Racing scenes have evolved on the latest hardware, and are now more exciting than ever!
In this latest title, players will be able to enjoy powerful racing scenes with beautiful visual expressions and a variety of camera work.
The game's play-by-play commentary will be provided by Ayumi Kozuka, who was in charge of the 87th Tokyo Yushun (Japan Derby) held in May 2020.
The authentic play-by-play commentary will surely add even more excitement to the powerful racing scenes.
Furthermore, this is the first title in the series to support play-by-play voice comment ary. The names of the racehorses named by the player can also be read out loud.
It is as if you are the owner of a real racehorse, and the excitement during the race is sure to be even greater.
Compatible with the latest JRA (Japan Racing Association) data for 2020!
In "Derby Stallion," not only the rival horses, but also stallions, mares, and racing programs are compatible with the latest data registered with the Japan Racing Association (JRA) for the year 2020.
The fanfare and main track entrance music also echoes the actual music used in the game, adding to the realism of the game.
In addition, new stallions Lord Kanaloa and Kizuna, who hold the key to racehorse production, appear in this title, and powerful current 3-year-olds such as Contrail, the undefeated double crown winner since his debut, and Dearing Tact, another undefeated mare and double crown winner, appear as rivals in races under their real names.
The game offers a romantic experience of taking on real-life powerful racehorses.
The Breeders' Cup, which caused a huge boom, is included! Compete against owners from all over the country!
Once your prized racehorse is winning races on a consistent basis, you can enter the Breeders' Cup.
By connecting to the Internet, you can compete in races against owners from all over the country.
You can also hold a Breeders' Cup by setting up your own courses and runners.
You can enjoy the unique online battles that are different from those in the main game.
Full of support functions that even beginners can enjoy comfortably!
This title offers a full range of support functions that make it easy to play, even for those who "like horses but don't know much about horse racing" or "think that the compounding and specialized systems are too difficult.
In addition to a tutorial and a comprehensive dictionary of horse racing terminology, there is even a horse racing channel that provides tips on how to raise a strong horse, making it possible for both horse racing beginners and those with no experience with Davista to play with confidence.
There are also mission-style assignments to check how much knowledge you have acquired as you become more confident.
Before you know it, you may become an expert and knowledgeable horse racing player while playing the game.
The latest in the series is a Nintendo Switch exclusive!
Derby Stallion", the latest title in the Derby Stallion series, will be released exclusively on Nintendo Switch on December 3, 2020 (Thursday ).
Pre-orders for the packaged version will be accepted at game retailers and online stores nationwide from October 5, 2020 (Saturday).
Reservations for the downloadable version can be made at My Nintendo Store.
For more information on "Derby Stallion," visit the official Derby Stallion website.
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