Horses of Hoofprint Bay review

Horses of Hoofprint Bay is the newest game here, released on Steam on November 4, 2026. It is a hand-drawn 2D barn sim: you start with a run-down stable and a mare, groom with brushes and hoof picks to prevent saddle sores and abscesses, and treat injuries when they happen. Training builds strength and confidence so your horses can qualify for show jumping and cross country, and prize money funds building upgrades, more stalls and hired staff. Breeding passes on coloring, white patterns and personality traits, and a breeding station lab previews possible foals. The developers describe themselves as three horse girls and include an in-game library of real equestrian knowledge. Steam lists accessibility options such as adjustable difficulty and play without timed input. The list price is $26.99, but it was on a launch discount during our check, so the price is marked pending.

Who it is for

players who want a new 2026 horse game with realistic care

Price

$26.99 list price on Steam (US store); on launch sale during our November 2026 check, so the quote is pending.

US price check pending. See the vendor pricing page.

Key features

• Grooming and hoof care, with treatment for scrapes and injuries
• Training to qualify for show jumping and cross country competitions
• Breeding where foals inherit coloring, white patterns and personality traits
• Hire staff and upgrade buildings, including a breeding station lab
• In-game library of equestrian knowledge about real horses

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Released November 4, 2026, the newest game on the list
• Strength: Steam lists adjustable difficulty, color alternatives and play without timed input
• Strength: Runs on Windows and Linux, including Arm64 processors
• Weakness: 2D art, so it lacks free riding in a 3D world
• Weakness: Single-player only
• Weakness: New release with a short track record

Key facts

• Publisher: The Mane Quest
• List price: $26.99 on Steam
• Released: November 4, 2026
• Platforms: Windows, Linux
• Competitions: Show jumping, cross country

Where it ranks

Horses of Hoofprint Bay is No. 6 in our Best Horse Games verdict.