Nintendo Switch™ 2 Exclusive Software: Horse Racing Breeding Simulation 'Derby Stallion 2' Release Announced

Game Addict Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and Representative Director: Takeshi Takeda) has decided to release 'Derby Stallion 2', the latest title in the long-running and widely supported 'Derby Stallion' series, as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive software.

This title is a horse racing breeding simulation that inherits the depth of the series' core pedigree and breeding theory while evolving the game experience to match modern play styles.

The production and copyright are held by Parity Bit Co., Ltd., known for the 'Derby Stallion' and 'Calcio Bit' series, and development is handled by Land Ho Co., Ltd., which has extensive experience in horse racing games.

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'That Pedigree Changes History'

You become the owner of a small farm, consider pairings from a single broodmare, breed her, produce a foal, train it, and send it to races.

Through breeding, raising, and training, while inheriting bloodlines, you aim to create the ultimate 'Thoroughbred' with your own hands.

The Definitive Horse Racing Breeding Simulation

'Derby Stallion 2' arrives on Nintendo Switch 2

Evolution to 'Visually Understandable Horse Racing'

3D Cel Look x Tracking Display

Race visuals have been completely revamped from the previous photorealistic style.

A '3D Cel Look' that balances visibility and a sense of presence has been adopted.

Furthermore, a 'Tracking Display' function has been added, allowing you to see the positions and progress of each horse at a glance during a race.

This makes it easier to understand the positioning of your horse and rival horses, allowing even first-time players or those returning to 'Dabista' after a long time to intuitively enjoy the flow of the race.

The commentary is once again handled by Mr. Ayumu Kozuka, an announcer for Radio NIKKEI. Using Toshiba's speech synthesis middleware 'RECAIUS™ ToSpeak™G3', even more powerful commentary is achieved! The immersive presentation heightens the excitement of the race.

A New Race Experience Where 'The Flow Changes'

Addition of 'Big Escape' Instruction

A new 'Big Escape' instruction has been added to the jockey's tactical commands.

Not only can you execute a big escape yourself, but scenarios where rival horses attempt a big escape also appear, broadening the strategic interplay during races.

In this title, the abilities that are emphasized change depending on the race situation, such as courses with slopes, rough track conditions, and high-paced developments, not just speed.

Refer to cards that record a horse's abilities and personality, and aim for victory by identifying conditions that suit your horse, such as power on dry dirt or turf, or grit in large-field races.

'Visually Understandable' Realistic Race Developments

In this title, you can visually enjoy the advantages and disadvantages from the movement of the horse group during a race, such as developments where front runners hold on in a slow pace or horses from the back suddenly close in during an ultra-high pace.

'This development might be a chance'

'This positioning might be tough'

You can now feel the flow of the race in a way that is visually easy to understand.

Furthermore, elements where the pace changes during the race have been added.

A variety of race developments unfold, such as a vertically stretched formation in a high pace becoming a single group due to a pace slowdown, or a horse seemingly heading for a wire-to-wire victory in a slow pace suddenly sweeping from behind to take the lead at the fourth corner.

Fans' Long-Awaited Dirt Route Expansion and New Overseas Destinations

In line with the system reorganization of actual local horse racing dirt routes, big dirt races such as the 3-Year-Old Dirt Triple Crown, JBC, and Tokyo Daishoten will appear.

Furthermore, for overseas expeditions, the Kentucky Derby held at Churchill Downs in the USA and the Breeders' Cup Classic are also included.

Featured Local Racecourses

・Ohi Racecourse

・Kawasaki Racecourse

・Funabashi Racecourse

・Urawa Racecourse

・Morioka Racecourse

Horse Data is, of Course, Up-to-Date

Data for rival horses, stallions, and broodmares are up-to-date.

Furthermore, from this title, broodmares will appear with their real names.

Rival Horses

・Absolute King of the Dirt World: Forever Young

・World Ranking No.1: Equinox

・Ultimate Mile King: Jantar Mantar

Stallions

・Reiwa's Undefeated Triple Crown Horse: Contrail

・Famous Stallion Who Died Young: Duramente

・Lightning-Fast Finishing Kick: Saturnalia

Broodmares

・Strongest Mare: Almond Eye

・Mother of Liberty Island: Yankee Rose

・Mother of Forever Young: Forever Darling

Even Deeper Breeding Theory

A new parameter, 'Distance Aptitude', has been added to produced horses.

This also changes the meaning of the stamina parameter.

Furthermore, the 'Nicks Breeding' system, which shows compatibility between a stallion's sire line and a broodmare's sire line (the broodmare's sire), returns with enhanced features.

Additionally, new elements such as female family crosses (inbreeding) and the effects of generations of home-bred broodmares have been added, further deepening the complexity of breeding.

Mode to Compete with Players Nationwide

In addition to the Breeders' Cup where you battle players nationwide, a 'Time Attack Mode' where you compete for record times under given conditions is included.

This record competition under identical conditions tests pure breeding skill and strategy.

Supports Share Play Communication

You can enjoy watching races together with people who do not own the software.

Not only with people nearby, but also with people in remote locations, you can watch races in real-time featuring horses raised by the host, famous horses from the past, and rival horses.

Enjoy the thrilling races while predicting 'Which horse will win?' with friends and family.

This is a new mode focused on watching races in 'Dabista', allowing everyone to get excited together.

Two Modes to Choose According to Play Style

In this title, you can choose between 'Casual Mode' and 'Legacy Mode' at the start of the game.

・Casual Mode

A mode with no bankruptcy and enhanced support.

Even those playing 'Dabista' for the first time or returning to the series after a long time can enjoy it with peace of mind.

・Legacy Mode

A mode where you can enjoy a substantial play experience typical of traditional 'Dabista' while utilizing your experience and knowledge of the series. You can also experience the tension unique to the series of managing within limited operating funds.

Peace of Mind for First-Time Players: Enhanced Support Functions

To ensure even those unfamiliar with horse racing can play with peace of mind, a comprehensive support staff function is included.

・Added Breeding Staff

They will suggest recommended stallions considering compatibility with your broodmare.

・Pre-Understanding Horse Aptitudes

Many aptitudes, such as 'Distance Aptitude', 'Turf/Dirt Aptitude', and 'Heavy Track Aptitude', are revealed before the horse enters the stable.

・Horse Purchase Support

They will pick up purchase candidates for broodmares and 2-year-old horses.

・Recommended Stable Proposal

Based on aptitudes, they will automatically suggest the most suitable stable.

・Automatic Saving of Horse Comments

Comments from staff are automatically accumulated. This is also useful for reviewing your breeding progress.

・'Dabista Channel'

You can watch videos distributed on the in-game 'Dabista Channel'.