Unofficial fan guide
Horses of Hoofprint Bay Guide & Wiki
Horses of Hoofprint Bay is a hand-drawn 2D barn buildup and horse simulation game by Thogli Studios, published by The Mane Quest, released on Steam (Windows and Linux) on November 4, 2026. Start with a run-down shack and one trusted mare, then groom, train, compete for prize money, breed foals, ride trails, hire staff and grow the stud farm of your dreams.
It launched as a finished game — no Early Access and no content roadmap — and a free demo (first 25 in-game days) is still available on Steam.
Quick facts
- Developer
- Thogli Studios
- Publisher
- The Mane Quest (FinPlay CN/JP)
- Release
- November 4, 2026
- Platforms
- Steam: Windows, Linux
- US price
- $26.99
- Players
- Single-player
- Genre
- Casual, Simulation, Sports
- Free demo
- Yes (25 in-game days)
Facts checked against the Steam store page, Steam news posts and the publisher on November 5, 2026 (Asia/Shanghai). Price varies by region and launch discounts.
How Horses of Hoofprint Bay works
- 1
Care
Groom, brush and pick hooves to prevent saddle sores and abscesses; treat injuries when they happen.
- 2
Train
Build strength and confidence with training courses, including desensitization.
- 3
Compete
Win prize money and Prestige in Caprilli tests, show jumping and cross country.
- 4
Breed & build
Breed foals that inherit color, patterns and traits; upgrade buildings and hire staff.
All Horses of Hoofprint Bay guides
Horses of Hoofprint Bay Release Date
Launch day, the demo and playtest timeline, and what the team says about post-launch plans.
Read guide →BasicsHorses of Hoofprint Bay Price, Platforms and System Requirements
Steam price, launch discount, Supporter Pack, supported platforms, languages and minimum requirements.
Read guide →Getting StartedHorses of Hoofprint Bay Beginner Guide
How the start works, the core daily loop, and what to focus on first, based on the developers’ own posts.
Read guide →GameplayHorses of Hoofprint Bay Horse Care Guide
Grooming, hoof care, injuries and cleanliness, and how care ties into Prestige and competitions.
Read guide →GameplayHorses of Hoofprint Bay Training and Competitions
Strength and confidence, desensitization training, the three competition types, and trail rides.
Read guide →GameplayHorses of Hoofprint Bay Breeding and Coat Patterns
Inheritance, pairing for looks or stats, the breeding lab, coat and leopard patterns, and personality traits.
Read guide →GameplayHorses of Hoofprint Bay Stable Upgrades, Staff and Prestige
Building stages, capacity, boarding, staff, Prestige, and character and tack customization.
Read guide →BasicsHorses of Hoofprint Bay Free Demo
Demo limits, the February vs. October versions, save compatibility and reviews.
Read guide →NewsHorses of Hoofprint Bay Updates and Patch Notes
Development updates, demo patches and post-launch plans, from the team’s Steam news posts.
Read guide →NewsHorses of Hoofprint Bay Review Roundup: Is It Worth It?
Steam user reception, who made it, strengths and limits, and who should buy it.
Read guide →Official links
- Steam store page
- Free demo on Steam
- Supporter Pack (DLC)
- Steam news & patch notes
- The Mane Quest (publisher)
- Thogli Studios
This site is a fan-made guide. Guides are written from the Steam store page, the team's Steam news posts and patch notes, and the publisher's articles on The Mane Quest. We do not invent codes, stats, or undocumented mechanics.