Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Party Dash getting physical release in Japan with English support, pre-orders open

Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Party Dash will soon be appearing on Switch, and for those interested in a physical version, there’s good news on that front.

Japan will be offering two boxed versions that fully support English. Aside from a standard edition, Cygames is planning a collector’s edition. The latter includes a few extras – specifically a “Hachauma” sticker and voucher code for a Special Item Set in the mobile game Umamusume: Pretty Derby, “Team Bundle” DLC, “Hachauma” block figure set, “Hachauma” special pouch, and “Hachauma” art book.

We’ve got some information about the game in the following overview:

The academy’s time-honored Spring Fan Fest will play host to a very special event this time. Behold, the Slapdash Grand Prix! Which team will conquer all four events and prove victorious?!

The Tracen Academy Fan Fest’s newest attraction features four events: Hurtling Hurdles, Blazing Baskets, Dodgeball Demolition, and Gourmet Gauntlet. In each event, Umamusume from each team will vie for victory. And on their road to the top, players will have the chance to pick from a star-studded cast of Umamusume to play as.

Four Exhilarating Events

Hurtling Hurdles – A sprawling obstacle course race that runs through the academy, shops, and even homes. Players will jump, climb, and fly over the heaps of hurdles planted throughout the track to fight for first.
Blazing Baskets – On this court, everyone is a rival and trick shots are the way to go. Obstacles and items will shake up the court, so players must adapt to their surroundings—and fast.
Dodgeball Demolition – In this dodgeball battle royale, the only victor is the last one standing. Players will have to sling some savage shots should they wish to survive.
Gourmet Gauntlet – A gourmet race favoring the pair with the quickest feet and the largest stomachs. Players will choose between serving dishes at lightning speed and munching through dishes like there’s no tomorrow.

You can pre-order the Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Party Dash Switch physical release, including collector’s edition, here. Note that Asia is getting a boxed version as well that supports English, though the collector’s edition is only planned for Japan.

Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Party Dash launches for Switch on August 30, 2024. We have more coverage here.