Umamusume: Pretty Derby dev Cygames settles Konami lawsuit

Umamusume Races Ahead After Lawsuit Settlement

Umamusume: Pretty Derby, the beloved horse-girl racing management sim, continues its stride after developer Cygames and Konami officially settled their legal dispute. This quirky anime racing management game remains fully available, offering fans the same blend of strategy, character building, and fast-paced competition they’ve grown to love.

The disagreement stemmed from Konami’s claims that certain mechanics resembled systems used in their own sporting titles, sparking a lengthy court battle. Now resolved, the case highlights how patented gameplay systems—like Shadow of War’s famous Nemesis feature—can impact the wider industry, a topic often overlooked by players following gaming news or mobile sports simulation guides.

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Out of the blocks

Fans can now breathe easy knowing Umamusume’s training systems—and the game itself—aren’t going anywhere. The dispute, similar in spirit to the Ironmace vs. Nexon situation, reignited conversations about whether patenting mechanics helps or restricts creativity, especially when those systems may sit unused for years.

Still, the takeaway is simple: you can keep enjoying the horse-girl training simulator without interruption. If you're ready to dive deeper into its surprisingly rich management layers, our Umamusume beginner’s guide is a great place to pick up essential strategies and horse-girl training simulator tips.

• Umamusume developer Cygames has settled their lawsuit with Konami
• Konami had alleged that the highly popular horse-girl racing management sim infringed their patents
• But now, the lawsuit has been resolved allowing players to continue to enjoy Umamusume
• Highlights the industry impact of patented gameplay mechanics
• Great time for newcomers to explore Umamusume’s deep management systems