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5 reasons why you should check out Jockey Viva Go

Giddy-up! It’s a horse racing and breeding sim

5 reasons why you should check out Jockey Viva Go

Secretariat. Sea Biscuit. Sea Biscuit’s friend. The lives of these legendary racing horses seem something like a dream. Only a select few get to become horse jockeys or breeders, but Jockey Viva Go will get you pretty darn close. It’s a horse racing/breeding sim for iOS and Android that gives you full control of your team of thoroughbreds, from the stable to the track. Sound good? Here are five reasons why you should give it a try.

Real time races amp up the excitement

There are more than 100 races happening each day in Jockey Viva Go, and they’re all happening in real time. That means no waiting around to see what happens. All the action happens before your very eyes. Bet on your favorite horses and you’ll be rewarded handsomely.

You’ll have active control of your horse

Races aren’t just an idle spectacle. The game’s innovative “acceleration controls” help you play the role of jockey. Not only are you responsible for breeding and training the fastest horse imaginable, you’ll also get to control it in the race.

Each horse has its own distinct style for how it likes to race, making some more challenging to ride than others. There are four different running styles in the game, so you’ll have to think strategically in the moment to cater to your horse’s canter.

It’s like a horse raising sim

Jockey Viva Go isn’t only concerned with races, either. You’ll have to raise and train your horses, too. Each horse ages independently, meaning you’re not on a determined course until your horse has to retire. You're free to take your time to get to know each of your horses, unlike other horse racing games.

You’ll also train your horse, building out a customised schedule to train up your horses various characteristics. Hone your horses temper, control, speed, energy, and more to improve your performance on the track.

The game’s timer free

There’s no action points in Jockey Viva Go, which means no timers. You’re free to play whenever you wish, however you wish. Ahh, freedom.

You can breed the horse of your dreams with the pedigree system

The game features a pretty complex pedigree system, allowing you to devise complicated combinations and genetic patterns to come up with your ideal racing horse. It’s easy to get the basics down, but the game truly rewards those who take the time to master this addictive system.

So what are you waiting for? You can find Jockey Viva Go on the App Store and Google Play.