ISMANING, Germany – September 9, 2026 – Wild River Games, known for the successful Horse Club Adventures series, today released the first gameplay trailer for HORSE CLUB Ride West, offering a first look at the upcoming game’s expansive open world, overhauled riding system and action-packed Western adventure.
Launching October 9, 2026, HORSE CLUB Ride West will be available physically and digitally for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5, as well as digitally for Xbox Series X|S and PC. Players can now pre-order the Nintendo Switch version through the Nintendo eShop or at participating retail stores.
Gameplay Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HX-3ES4iO68
HORSE CLUB Ride West puts Western riding in the spotlight for the first time in the series, transporting players to a vast, freely explorable world filled with expansive deserts, dramatic canyons, hot springs, abandoned mines, cactus oases and more.
Featuring a fresh art style inspired more closely by the original illustrated source material, along with a completely overhauled riding system, the game introduces a new HORSE CLUB experience for console and PC.
Fans will once again accompany the beloved HORSE CLUB protagonists on a journey through a diverse open world where exploration plays a greater role than ever before. In addition to following the main story, players can meet colorful side characters, complete optional quests and enjoy a variety of mini-games, including archery and playing guitar around the campfire.
Exploration is complemented by action-driven missions, tournaments and challenges that highlight the powerful bond between riders and their horses.
HORSE CLUB Ride West introduces several new features to the franchise, including:
- A vast, freely explorable open world
- A completely redesigned riding system
- A fresh visual style inspired by the original HORSE CLUB illustrations
- Western riding as the central focus of the adventure
- Action-driven missions, tournaments, side quests and mini-games
- Six rideable horses with unique characteristics and personalities
- More than 100 combinable customization options for riders and horses
New controls and improved animations make horses feel more responsive and dynamic. Players can also perform new maneuvers, such as sliding, to execute fast, tight turns while navigating the open world and taking part in competitions.
Each of the six rideable horses features its own distinct personality and abilities. Players can individually improve attributes such as speed, stamina, agility, jumping ability and friendship while building a stronger bond with their chosen horse. More than 100 combinable customization options also allow players to personalize both their characters and horses.
HORSE CLUB Ride West expands the beloved franchise with an entirely new setting, offering longtime fans and newcomers alike an immersive riding adventure in a colorful world inspired by the American West.
Development of HORSE CLUB Ride West is funded by the German Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media.
HORSE CLUB Ride West will launch on October 9, 2026, physically and digitally for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 and digitally for Xbox Series X|S and PC. Nintendo Switch pre-orders are available through the Nintendo eShop and participating retailers.
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About Wild River Games
Wild River Games is a publisher and developer based in Ismaning near Munich, Germany, creating games for all major platforms and a broad range of audiences (family, kids, and core gamers). In cooperation with Schleich GmbH, the company has previously developed titles such as bayala® – The Game, ELDRADOR® Creatures, ELDRADOR® Creatures: Shadowfall, Horse Club Adventures, Horse Club Adventures 2: Hazelwood Stories, and Dinosaurs®: Mission Dino Camp. At the core of all Wild River titles is a focus on maximum fun, achieved through streamlined yet effective gameplay mechanics and intuitive control systems.
About Schleich
Schleich is one of Germany’s leading toy manufacturers and one of the world’s most recognized brands for high-quality, detailed, and authentic figurines. Founded by Friedrich Schleich in 1935, the company has long stood for durable quality and has inspired generations of children to engage in free play and imaginative storytelling. At the same time, Schleich figurines enjoy a strong reputation among collectors. today, Schleich figurines and playsets are available in more than 60 countries, underscoring Schleich’s strong international market position. The suitability of Schleich figurines for creative, open-ended play is also scientifically proven: according to a study by the University of Koblenz, 89% of surveyed parents consider them particularly effective in fostering children’s imagination.