# The Jockey — Become a jockey and win races!

> Realistic 3D horse racing action game with jockey simulation and horse collection. (iPhone/iPad app by Tsuyoshi Sasaki.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-jockey/id6473687036 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tsuyoshi Sasaki](https://appshunter.io/developer/1576049042)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Racing, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 126 App Store ratings · 108 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 474 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Vietnamese
- Released: 2024-05-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-jockey/id6473687036/reviews.md

## What is The Jockey?

A game that offers a realistic jockey experience is now available!
Win GI races and increase the number of horses you own!
After the complete conquest...

# What kind of game is it?
- This is an action racing game where you can enjoy realistic races.
- The large number of horses in the game makes it a great game to play! Experience realistic racing for free!

# What's so attractive about this game?
- You can become a jockey and experience realistic races!
- You can play high quality racing games for free! Enjoy 3D realistic graphics!
- Easy even for beginners! You can set the difficulty level to suit you.
- Each race lasts only 1-2 minutes, or a little over 3 minutes at the most. You can play comfortably in your spare time.

# Easy to use, anyone can play!
- Just control your horse by adjusting the speed with the whip and rein buttons!
- You can enjoy the game strategically as well, as the stretch of the last straight line changes depending on your position and pace!
- The five levels of difficulty can be adjusted to allow anyone to enjoy the game.
- You can also enjoy in-depth fun with features such as the ability to match generations of rival horses!

# Replay function makes races more exciting!
- You can watch replays of your own races with live commentary!

# Increase the number of horses you own!
- You can increase the number of horses you own by winning G1 races.

# View race history and build up your horse's career!
- You can see your horse's race record and your performance as a jockey, and there are many elements to build up!
- You can see a list of races won, which motivates you to conquer all the races!

# Free to enjoy!
- Anyone can enjoy this game for free! (Ads are available)
- Win the races by matching your legs!

# Official website
https://horse-action-race.ultimate-studio.com/en/

# Update information
https://ultimate-studio.com/tag/the-jockey/

# Recommended device
iPhoneXS or higher iOS device

## Key features

- Realistic jockey experience
- Win G1 races
- Increase horse ownership
- 3D realistic graphics
- Adjustable difficulty
- Short race durations
- Replay function with commentary

## What do users think of The Jockey?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎮 Realistic and immersive horse racing gameplay
- 💰 Free-to-play with minimal ads
- 🐴 Large variety of horses from different eras and regions
- 🌍 Diverse race locations including international tracks
- ⚙️ Adjustable difficulty settings for all skill levels
- 🎯 Simple, intuitive controls without complex mechanics
- 📱 Smooth 60fps graphics and animations
- 🔄 Regular updates and balance improvements
- 🏆 Multiple race types and G1 championships
- 👍 No pay-to-win or gacha mechanics

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent freezing when acquiring new horses
- 🐛 Game crashes and loading errors
- ⚠️ Inconsistent AI difficulty and behavior
- ⚠️ CPU horses accelerate unrealistically in final stretch
- ⚠️ Collision detection issues with other horses
- ⚠️ Limited sound customization options
- ⚠️ Stamina mechanics feel unrealistic
- ⚠️ Certain races cause infinite loops or freezing
- ⚠️ Difficulty balancing between updates
- ⚠️ Limited horse acquisition methods

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Aibis Summer Dash race causes infinite loop after finish line
- Game freezes when selecting certain horses or races
- Ad-watching for horse acquisition causes freezing
- Internet connection errors preventing horse acquisition
- Some horses unable to access specific G1 races
- Certain horses retire after single race
- Loading screen hangs on specific race selections
- Final straight acceleration unresponsive after updates
- Collision detection allows CPU to phase through player
- Visual glitches with jockey shadows and clothing textures

**Most requested features**

- Multiplayer/online competitive racing
- Replay saving and sharing functionality
- Horse breeding or training/development system
- Additional race types (steeplechase, trotting races)
- Middle East races (Dubai, Saudi Arabia)
- Hong Kong and additional international venues
- Track condition effects (muddy/wet track adaptability)
- Horse temperament/personality parameters
- Quest system and achievement/trophy tracking
- Ability to race outside distance aptitude with penalties
- Performance statistics and detailed race analysis
- Custom jockey outfit colors
- Local multiplayer mode
- Sound volume control slider
- Horse filtering and sorting system
- Horse history showing only ridden horses
- Prize money usage system
- More varied starting positions and race dynamics
- Stamina degradation based on pace and position
- Improved AI decision-making for whip timing

## Recent user reviews (10 of 108)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-jockey/id6473687036/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 挺好的游戏

*2026-08-21*

希望国外的比赛可以多一点，希望添加约克马场，各个国家的三冠也希望可以做全（好多国家都是三冠缺一冠游戏里找不到，比如法国少两千坚尼，美国少贝蒙锦标）

### 3/5 — 色々思うところはあったが前の方が面白かった。

*2026-08-20*

難易度がかなり難しいだとどんなペース、位置でも直線で先頭に立てば速度が落ちる仕様になってから面白くなくなった。
展開も馬の能力も直線までにどういう競馬をしていたかも関係なく先頭に立てば速度が落ちる。前の馬を軽く交わす勢いで行っても1馬身ほど前に出た時点でペナルティのように速度が落ち並走する。
先頭に立つこと自体にペナルティがある感じでいかに最後に先頭に立つかのゲームでしかなくなっている。
先行馬で前が開いていてスタミナが存分にあっても先頭に立てば速度が落ち差されかねないので仕掛けられない。スピードやスタミナが10あろうと7だろうとやれる競馬がほとんど変わらない。差し馬でも抜群の手応えで差しにいってあっさり前の馬たちを差しても先頭に立つとやはり速度を落とされ並走しだすのでどれほど強い馬でも最後の50メートルぐらいで差すしかない。3馬身以上あけて勝つのはかなり難しく先行馬だと事実上不可能。
ペースによっては先頭に立つだけでスタミナをガンガン削られるので先頭に立ちそうならスピードを落とさなくてはならない。ハイペースの時に逃げ、先行馬たちがスタミナを削られるのは理解できるが先頭だけ大幅に削られたり後ろから差して来た馬が先頭立った瞬間削られるのは意味がわからない。先行馬に乗っているのに逃げ馬が強くよく粘る馬であることを願う状況。
全く同じ競馬をして自分の方が経済コースを取っていて、能力が上回っていた場合でも先頭に立てば外にいた馬の方が早くなる。
一番面白いはずの直線での攻防で納得感のないスピードダウンでシンプルに面白くない。
現状これを解決するにはかなり難しいモードをやめ、難しい以下簡単なモードにするしかないがそうすると簡単すぎてそれはそれで面白くない。納得感のないレースか楽勝かの2択。
降着ガン無視で後ろの馬一切気にせず前空いてるのに無意味に外に出しまくるのもまぁまぁ面白い。馬の勝手な斜行にしては外にしか行かないしw

### 3/5 — 玩不明白

*2026-08-19*

怎么添加马匹？？初始马库都是牡和公公，添加马匹需要赢g1的话为什么日本和海外能赢的比赛我都赢了还不能添加马匹，如果条件是所有g1那也太苛刻了，更不要说马库里不给牝马跑不了牝限达不成全世界g1制霸

### 5/5 — Stay gold and others

*2026-08-08*

Please listen to my call if you add the ability to gain horses from international races like stay gold in the Hong Kong gave or secretariat in the Kentucky Derby it’ll be a better game

### 5/5 — 一点小建议

*2026-07-31*

可不可以增加一个把其他马给撞走的那种设定啊，就依照力量大小来决定能不能撞出去，撞出包厢撞会减速，不然坐包厢真的要坐死人呐，不知道好不好做

### 5/5 — 不错的一款赛马游戏了

*2026-07-27*

蛮好玩的，希望作者做大做强把这游戏做的更好，做成吊打大厂的大游

### 5/5 — Great game

*2026-07-25*

Great game I enjoy it so far, pls make the adds work I’d rly appreciate it if u guys could thank u

### 5/5 — Best game but two things

*2026-07-20*

This is the best game I’ve ever had, but I’m having a little trouble with a few things. I don’t 
know how to use reins or how to participate in G1 races

### 5/5 — New horses

*2026-07-19*

Game is good it’s just that I can’t add new horses.

### 5/5 — Most amasing game evrrr !!

*2026-07-12*

This game has completed me. I feel the rush on every step my horse takes. Adrenaline pumps through my veins.
I am an uma musume enjoyer and this game allows me to actually ride the horses instead.
I have never been so happy in my life when playing jocky, this game is truly uma ing

## Frequently asked questions about The Jockey

### What is The Jockey game?

The Jockey is an action racing game that provides a realistic jockey experience. Players can compete in races, win G1 races to increase their horse ownership, and enjoy high-quality 3D graphics. The game features adjustable difficulty levels and short race durations for comfortable play.

### How do I play The Jockey?

Playing The Jockey involves controlling your horse using whip and rein buttons to adjust speed. Strategic gameplay is encouraged, especially in the final stretch, where your position and pace influence the outcome. The game offers five difficulty levels to suit all players.

### Is The Jockey free to play?

Yes, The Jockey is free to enjoy. The game is supported by ads, allowing anyone to experience the realistic racing simulation without an initial cost.

### What are the system requirements for The Jockey?

The Jockey is recommended for iPhone XS or higher iOS devices. This ensures optimal performance and the best experience of the game's realistic 3D graphics and gameplay.

### Can I replay my races?

Yes, The Jockey features a replay function that allows you to watch your races again with live commentary. This adds to the excitement and provides an opportunity to analyze your performance.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.3 — 2026-08-27

- Added Belmont Park Racecourse and races
- Added the ability to select “Retry” from the menu screen during a race
- Fixed an issue where replays of close finishes would sometimes be out of sync
- Updated horse information
- Fixed minor bugs

### 2.2 — 2026-07-05

- Fixed an issue where contact with the horse in front occurred too easily
- Added a setting to toggle lateral movement restrictions on the straightaway
- Added a "victory pose" feature
- Updated horse information
- Fixed minor bugs

### 2.1 — 2026-06-22

- Added Saint-Cloud Racecourse and races
- Added a feature to restrict lateral movement in the opposite direction to whip use on the straight
- Added the last 200m to the skip point in replay playback
- Fixed the "Ads Preparing" display
- Fixed a bug in the weight calculation logic
- Updated horse information
- Fixed minor bugs

### 2.0 — 2026-05-28

- Major update implemented
- Revamped horse parameters
- Added a feature to save and play replay data
- Added corner positions to race results
- Adjusted the content and display of commentary in replays
- Added more points where replay playback can be skipped
- Removed Easy Mode
- Updated horse information
- Fixed minor bugs

### 1.28 — 2026-04-14

- Added Pimlico Racecourse and races
- Added record display to the horse data screen
- Added support for race schedules with less than three weeks between races
- Updated horse information
- Fixed minor bugs

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