Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition is now available on Quest and Steam, featuring core features like raising horses, bonding with them through grooming, and participating in races for money.
The game follows a narrative where players pursue horse racing exclusively after leaving a job, with assistance from a character named Trenton.
Rival Stars offers limited comfort adjustments for motion sickness, including teleportation and stick-based locomotion options.
Players interact with horses by grooming them, feeding them treats, and bonding with them for better racing stats.
The game's visuals are simple, optimized for various platforms, but could benefit from more detailed graphics on PC.
Issues with collision detection and steering in races have been noted, affecting the overall gameplay experience.
Post-launch updates are planned to address known issues and introduce new features like a horse market and trophy room.
Despite its flaws, Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition offers enjoyable aspects like petting and feeding horses, with hopes for future improvements.
The game's racing mechanics may need enhancements to provide a more satisfying experience for players.
In its current state, Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition is considered a flawed game with potential for improvement through updates.