[h2]Hey Everyone [/h2] Update 1.25 is here for Rival Stars Horse Racing Desktop Edition. In this round of update notes, we cover changes to Free Roam with the addition of the new Riderless Freeroam mode, new coat additions and a range of gameplay adjustments. Let's jump in. [h2]Embrace the moment in Riderless Free Roam[/h2] Here we have a gorgeous new mode where you can appreciate your horse's unique patterns and coats as if they were wild and untamed, perfect for capturing breathtaking photos against picturesque backgrounds. Whether galloping through the tranquil meadows of the Swiss Alps or navigating obstacles at the ranch, this setting offers a fresh perspective, illuminating your horses in a new light. Prepare to embark on unforgettable adventures and forge lasting memories with your equine companion [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/37468018/326e47cb3dfedff5b4fbc9da0b205981bfdb1962.png[/img] [h2]Creating the horse of your dreams[/h2] In update 1.25 of Rival Stars Horse Racing, we've introduced 21 new patterns. These provide players with an even greater variety of beautiful designs to enjoy and create their dream horse [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/37468018/36b9413198869a75bdbeeca4d4d777fbc61a7679.png[/img] [h3]List of patterns:[/h3] [list] [*] Pinto Embrace [*] Jumpsuit Pinto [*] Beauty Mark Pinto [*] Gaited Pinto [*] Clover Appaloosa [*] Dalmatian Appaloosa [*] Collared Appaloosa [*] Irregular Leopard [*] Hind Appaloosa [*] Foggy Roan [*] Crumpled Roan [*] Shadow Roan [*] Sleeved Roan [*] Tattoo Roan [*] Brushed Roan [*] Middle Overo [*] Thorny Overo [*] Skeleton Overo [*] Speckled Dapple [*] Crescent Overo [*] Sharp Overo [/list] [h2]Gameplay changes[/h2] We've made adjustments to improve the racing and riding experience in Rival Stars Horse Racing. Horse stats and gameplay balances have been adjusted across all game mods to allow smoother gameplay. Here's a breakdown of the changes and how they impact each game mode. Flat Racing: [list] [*] Agility: This stat now influences your horse's preferred position and stamina regain. A more agile horse will better maintain its preferred position and recover stamina. [*] Jump: Your horse's jump ability now affects its acceleration out of the starting gate. A better jump means a quicker start! [*] Distance Preference: Matching your horse's preferred distance with the race distance now has a greater impact. Ensuring your horse runs at its preferred distance will significantly boost its performance. [/list] Cross Country: [list] [*] Surface Preference: Cross-country races now feature surface preferences. Choosing a horse that prefers the surface of the map you're racing on will enhance its performance. [*] Controls: Cross-country controls have been refined to give you better control over your horse around tight corners, enhancing overall performance on those more challenging courses. [/list] Steeplechase: [list] [*] Agility: Higher agility increases the size of the jumping zone, making jumps easier to clear. [*] Progression: The difficulty balance has been adjusted for a smoother challenge progression. [/list] [h2]That covers the main bulk of the update. Let's take a look at what's coming next.[/h2] In our last round of update notes, we mentioned new adjustments to the Free Roam mode and the addition of new patterns. This means the only item left on that list was the introduction of a new breed. Well, we are excited to announce that the American Quarter Horse will join the herd in our next update—update 1.26. That wraps up this update, folks. Thanks for hanging out! Don't forget to stay tuned to the [url=https://www.facebook.com/groups/RivalStarsHorseRacing]community [/url]for the latest news and competitions. Until next time, happy racing/riding, everyone! [h2] [b]Change List [/b] [/h2] [list] [*] Added a riderless mode to Free Roam [*] Added 21 new Patterns [*] - Pinto Embrace [*] - Jumpsuit Pinto [*] - Beauty Mark Pinto [*] - Gaited Pinto [*] - Clover Appaloosa [*] - Dalmatian Appaloosa [*] - Collared Appaloosa [*] - regular Leopard [*] - Hind Appaloosa [*] - Foggy Roan [*] - Crumpled Roan [*] - Shadow Roan [*] - Sleeved Roan [*] - Tattoo Roan [*] - Brushed Roan [*] - Middle Overo [*] - Thorny Overo [*] - Skeleton Overo [*] - Speckled Dapple [*] - Crescent Overo [*] - Sharp Overo [*] Volume sliders on the pause screens of free roam and cross country. [*] Race again button has been added to Flat Racing [/list] Game Play Adjustments Flat racing: [list] [*] Agility affects preferred position stamina regain [*] Jump Stat affects acceleration on the starting gate. [*] Matching distance preference now provides a larger advantage [/list] Cross Country: [list] [*] Surface preference added to Cross Country [*] Adjusted controls to allow for smoother game play when turning corners [/list] Steeplechase: [list] [*] Agility stat affects the size of the jumping zone [*] The progression difficulty balance of the mode was adjusted [/list] Fixes [list] [*] Fixed a bug that prevented prestige achievements from unlocking. Loading a save file now unlocks all missing prestige achievements. [*] Fixed a visual bug where the space bar symbols weren't displaying correctly on some pause screens [/list]