<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Umamusume: Pretty Derby, a Japanese mobile game about anime horse-girls, gains Western popularity.</li><li>The game introduces real-life racehorses as characters, with Haru Urara being a fan favorite.</li><li>Haru Urara, a losing racehorse turned social media star, inspires players with her resilience.</li><li>Despite her racing failures, Haru Urara's positive attitude resonates with fans worldwide.</li><li>The Umamusume franchise brings attention to overlooked steeds' stories and achievements.</li></ul>

20 Years Ago This Losing Racehorse Charmed Japan — Now an Anime Horse-Girl Game's Western Launch Has Brought Her a New Army of Fans

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