The Ranch of Rivershine

The Ranch of Rivershine

Released May 2025

Saddle up and build your own horse ranch! Raise foals, care for your horses and train them as you explore the countryside. Participate in cross country competitions and become your town's champion! Befriend the villagers who'll help you on your adventure at the Ranch of Rivershine!

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Evaluation

The Ranch of Rivershine launched into full 1.0 release on May 23, 2025, completing its Early Access roadmap. The full release update delivered the final planned roadmap content — town festivals, villager friendships, pets, farm animals, achievements, and more. Since launch, the developer (Éloïse at Cozy Bee Games) has continued actively updating the game: a major Update 1.10.0 shipped on April 20, 2026, adding native controller support, photo mode, a genetic system overhaul, and 27 new coat colors. Follow-up bug fix patches arrived as recently as June 5, 2026. At the end of the April 2026 update post, the developer explicitly stated that a language update with additional localization support is coming later in 2026. This confirms that more content is still on the way, even though the original roadmap has been fulfilled.
Evidence
Major Update 1.10.0 shipped with native controller support, photo mode, a genetic system overhaul, and 27 new coat colors. Post-launch development continues well beyond the original roadmap.
news post · Apr 20, 2026 source content shipped
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Developer stated at the end of the update post: 'I'll soon begin working on a language update that will be released later this year,' confirming a future update with localization and further bug fixes is planned for 2026.
news post · Apr 20, 2026 source content planned
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Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

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Details

Developer
Publisher
Cozy Bee Games
Achievements
21
Platform
Windows
Controller
partial support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

Build your dream ranch and tend to your horses by feeding, brushing, and caring for them daily. Whether they rest in cozy stalls or wander open pastures, it’s up to you to decide what’s best for each member of your herd!

Guide your horses from novice to champion by developing key skills such as speed, endurance, flexibility and jump. Ride them on the open trails or in the arena to turn their potential into valuable skills!

Match a mare and a stallion to raise your very own foal! Create the best pair based on skills, height and personality traits. Discover breeding exclusive coat colors and watch your herd grow with each new generation!

Climb the ladder from beginner to expert and prove your skills in cross country events. Rise to the challenge and become your town’s champion!

Visit the auction house daily to explore a wide variety of horses. Purchase your favorite ones or sell your own for a profit. Upgrade the auction house to unlock access to even rarer horses!

Unlock access to new trails such as Rocky Mountain and Azure Coast, and discover the unique wild horses of each area. Catch the best ones and add them to your herd!

Attend the town’s festivals to participate in gymkhana competitions, purchase exclusive mealy horses, and shop for festive tack!

Collect hundreds of different tack pieces, including saddles, bridles, halters, blankets, leg wraps,  and accessories. Cut and style your horse’s mane and tail as it grows over time!

Expand your ranch by raising chickens, sheep, and goats! Grow your own crops and fruit orchard to feed your horses. Adopt pets to join you on the trails and help gather forage as you explore!

Befriend the villagers and learn more about the story of your new town. Unveil the truth behind the mysterious horse that’s been seen by the villagers, and uncover the long-kept secrets of Rivershine!

Last evaluated Jun 20, 2026
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