Best Horseback Riding Games On PS5

I am such an old gamer that I still remember the time when game developers said that it’s impossible to create a natural, realistic horseback riding experience in computer and video games.

Then Mount & Blade was released, proving everyone wrong, and since then, the horseback riding experience has gotten better and better. And the PS5 is where the top technology allows game devs to truly deliver.

As a result, some of the best horseback riding games today can be experienced on a PlayStation 5 and today I am here to share with you the creme of the crop when it comes to riding horses. Let’s begin!

Red Dead Redemption 2

We don’t see new games from Rockstar Games very often, but when they do drop a game, it is a true masterpiece.

Red Dead Redemption 2 has been around us for quite some time now, and still remains one of the best games when it comes to realistic horse riding.

Since the game features a western theme from the past, the main transportation is horses. Fortunately, Rockstar Games considered the importance of horses for RDR2 and they’ve gone above and beyond in terms of horse-riding mechanics and realistic graphics.

The game has a complex horse system that features different breeds, that come with unique abilities. Some are great travel horses, others are good for battle, etc.

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Assassin’s Creed Valhalla

If you are a true gamer, you’d know that Assassin’s Creed, developed by Ubisoft, is a long-running gaming franchise that introduced to us interesting topics, a lot of history, and some unique mechanics.

The mounting system in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is very impressive, primarily because of the variety of mounts available to players. As with all Assassin’s Creed games, the open-world map of Valhalla is immense, so finding a way to travel is essential.

Fortunately, horseback riding (or even riding wolves or lions) is available to explore Anglo-Saxon-era England and beyond.

Apart from owning a horse, you can also make use of the stable’s training options in order to improve their abilities such as speed and jumping.

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

Did you know that Witcher 3: Wild Hunt originally released back in 2015? Time flies, but this game remains a heavy hitter, especially after the massive Next-Gen update that brought native PS5 support, smooth 60fps performance, and modernized graphics.

The Witcher 3 has won many awards in the gaming world, and no horse-riding list would be complete without it.

This was one of the first games that introduced a new aspect of horse riding, which is an emotional connection with a horse.

The Roach horse serves as Geralt’s primary mode of transportation, originally spawning on rooftops (or anywhere else) randomly, but now much more reliable when summoned.

Also, Roach can be equipped with saddlebags, which help players manage their inventory, as well as monster trophies, which grant bonuses in combat and more XP.

If Roach’s fear level creeps up too high when confronted with mounted combat or captured by monsters, he will bolt. He can also be equipped with horse blinders to prevent him from getting too scared.

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Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut

A more recent game on our list, this one lets you explore feudal Japan, and your horse is a constant companion.

The native PS5 Director’s Cut makes everything even more special thanks to the DualSense haptic feedback. You can actually feel the rhythmic thud of the hooves changing as you transition from soft mud to wooden bridges.

The emotional connection you form with your chosen horse is central to the story, in a similar fashion to how Witcher 3 works. But in Ghost of Tsushima, I felt a deeper bond with my horse than in any other title.

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Horse Tales: Emerald Valley Ranch

Sometimes, you want to step away from the hardcore mechanics of AAA games and just relax and enjoy a peaceful ride. And this is exactly what you get from Horse Tales.

In this game, you are tasked with restoring a run-down family estate by gathering resources and taming wild horses. Every horse you find has different traits and personality quirks that you have to learn to manage.

A great open-world game with beautiful graphics (and basically non-existent loading times) that offers a lot to those who want to explore horseback riding in a more casual way.

Rival Stars Horse Racing

For those of you who want a game where caring for, breeding, and riding horses is all you can do, this is the top pick.

You take the reins to breed, train, and race all sorts of amazing horses (with a surprisingly deep genetic breeding system for something we could call a more casual game).

If you really want to personalize your horses, you can even aim for specific coat colors (as well as stats), all based on real-world genetics. Pretty cool.

Apart from that, you have everything you would expect from a PS5 game: amazing visuals, smooth movement, overall perfect gameplay for horse fans all over the world.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the PS5’s exceptional lineup of horseback riding games offers something for every equestrian enthusiast.

Whether you’re galloping through the Wild West, conquering vast medieval kingdoms, or trotting through picturesque landscapes, these games deliver an unparalleled experience that showcases the bond between rider and steed.

Do you have additional suggestions for fellow gamers who want to play a good horseback riding game on their PlayStation 5? Let us all know by sharing your comments below.