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· Dec 2
Yesterday, the Epic Games Store decided at the last minute not to distribute the game, after having previously approved a release build. HORSES is otherwise now available on GOG, Itch, and Humble for $4.99. www.horses.wtf
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games, with their ability to make you any type of guy, are really good at this, honestly. I'm the furthest thing there is from a Games For Change sorta gal, but I *do* think one of the best inoculations against being an oppressor is knowing how easily you *could* be one, and games can nail that.
The problem is not that there aren't enough games about shooting nazis, the problem is that there aren't enough games about why it's important to do so.
January 18, 2026 at 11:23 PM
games, with their ability to make you any type of guy, are really good at this, honestly. I'm the furthest thing there is from a Games For Change sorta gal, but I *do* think one of the best inoculations against being an oppressor is knowing how easily you *could* be one, and games can nail that.
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The problem is not that there aren't enough games about shooting nazis, the problem is that there aren't enough games about why it's important to do so.
January 18, 2026 at 10:39 PM
The problem is not that there aren't enough games about shooting nazis, the problem is that there aren't enough games about why it's important to do so.
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Please do not confuse Horses 2025 (2026) with HORSES (2025).
NEWS ARTICLE: Horses 2025 is Out Now and Unsurprisingly Looks Nothing Like Its Announcement Trailer
www.themanequest.com/blog/2026/1/...
www.themanequest.com/blog/2026/1/...
Horses 2025 is Out Now and Unsurprisingly Looks Nothing Like Its Announcement Trailer — The Mane Quest
In case you missed it, about a year ago an odd game announcement made waves in the horse game community. I have not bought it, nor do I plan to write an actual review, but I did want to put out a quic...
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January 18, 2026 at 10:43 PM
Please do not confuse Horses 2025 (2026) with HORSES (2025).
Please do not confuse Horses 2025 (2026) with HORSES (2025).
NEWS ARTICLE: Horses 2025 is Out Now and Unsurprisingly Looks Nothing Like Its Announcement Trailer
www.themanequest.com/blog/2026/1/...
www.themanequest.com/blog/2026/1/...
Horses 2025 is Out Now and Unsurprisingly Looks Nothing Like Its Announcement Trailer — The Mane Quest
In case you missed it, about a year ago an odd game announcement made waves in the horse game community. I have not bought it, nor do I plan to write an actual review, but I did want to put out a quic...
www.themanequest.com
January 18, 2026 at 10:43 PM
Please do not confuse Horses 2025 (2026) with HORSES (2025).
The problem is not that there aren't enough games about shooting nazis, the problem is that there aren't enough games about why it's important to do so.
January 18, 2026 at 10:39 PM
The problem is not that there aren't enough games about shooting nazis, the problem is that there aren't enough games about why it's important to do so.
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need a localization editor/proofreader/consultant? here's some stuff i've done adaptation work on, from just basic grammar tweaks to deep story consulting. DM me or hit me up through the form on my website ayshaufarah.com
January 18, 2026 at 9:18 PM
need a localization editor/proofreader/consultant? here's some stuff i've done adaptation work on, from just basic grammar tweaks to deep story consulting. DM me or hit me up through the form on my website ayshaufarah.com
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HORSES was nominated for the Grand Prize and Nuovo Award at the 2026 Independent Games Festival! What a great opportunity to give shoutouts to the incredible talent that made this production possible. Check out the following posts to find out who they are, and what else they worked on! Thread:
January 15, 2026 at 7:28 PM
HORSES was nominated for the Grand Prize and Nuovo Award at the 2026 Independent Games Festival! What a great opportunity to give shoutouts to the incredible talent that made this production possible. Check out the following posts to find out who they are, and what else they worked on! Thread:
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Why censor Horses when two stylists (?) can do this and even get applauded? I find it much more disturbing.
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January 18, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Why censor Horses when two stylists (?) can do this and even get applauded? I find it much more disturbing.
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When provocative horror game Horses was banned from sale on Steam and the Epic Game Store late last year, it nearly led to the closure of acclaimed Italian studio Santa Ragione - denied, as it was, access to some of the world's largest paying game audiences. https://bit.ly/45hWk49
January 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM
When provocative horror game Horses was banned from sale on Steam and the Epic Game Store late last year, it nearly led to the closure of acclaimed Italian studio Santa Ragione - denied, as it was, access to some of the world's largest paying game audiences. https://bit.ly/45hWk49
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It's time we bring back Full Reactive Eyes Entertainment.
January 16, 2026 at 10:28 AM
It's time we bring back Full Reactive Eyes Entertainment.
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Pathologic 3 is OUT NOW!
👉 bit.ly/4afLvTA
Every minute counts. Save them all, discover the secrets of immortality... don't go mad in the process.
👉 bit.ly/4afLvTA
Every minute counts. Save them all, discover the secrets of immortality... don't go mad in the process.
January 9, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Pathologic 3 is OUT NOW!
👉 bit.ly/4afLvTA
Every minute counts. Save them all, discover the secrets of immortality... don't go mad in the process.
👉 bit.ly/4afLvTA
Every minute counts. Save them all, discover the secrets of immortality... don't go mad in the process.
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"We as a company are always ready to take a stand on the right values" - GOG says selling indie game Horses when Steam and Epic wouldn't was "a matter of freedom" www.eurogamer.net/gog-says-sel...
January 16, 2026 at 12:04 PM
"We as a company are always ready to take a stand on the right values" - GOG says selling indie game Horses when Steam and Epic wouldn't was "a matter of freedom" www.eurogamer.net/gog-says-sel...
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There are many more wonderful people that worked on HORSES! Find out more about the team and their work on www.mobygames.com/game/251019/..., currently the only hyperlinked source for game credits!
Horses credits (Windows, 2025) - MobyGames
The official game credits for Horses released on Windows in 2025. The credits include 166 people.
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January 15, 2026 at 7:35 PM
There are many more wonderful people that worked on HORSES! Find out more about the team and their work on www.mobygames.com/game/251019/..., currently the only hyperlinked source for game credits!
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Santa Ragione co-founder Nicolò Tedeschi @niguloto.bsky.social designed the HORSES logo, realized with a precision-cut stencil which was hand-brushed in and digitized. Nicolò was the art director for Wheels of Aurelia, and co-directed MirrorMoon EP and FOTONICA.
January 15, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Santa Ragione co-founder Nicolò Tedeschi @niguloto.bsky.social designed the HORSES logo, realized with a precision-cut stencil which was hand-brushed in and digitized. Nicolò was the art director for Wheels of Aurelia, and co-directed MirrorMoon EP and FOTONICA.
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Guido Zoppi drew the game’s key art, used for the cover and all marketing materials. An exceptional digital AND traditional illustrator, with unmistakable style and recurring motifs. He drew the dynamic title screen in FOTONICA too! See more of his work on www.instagram.com/guidozoppizo...
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January 15, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Guido Zoppi drew the game’s key art, used for the cover and all marketing materials. An exceptional digital AND traditional illustrator, with unmistakable style and recurring motifs. He drew the dynamic title screen in FOTONICA too! See more of his work on www.instagram.com/guidozoppizo...
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Alberto Putignano implemented all UI systems, including support for superimposed translations on 3D elements, in addition to the game’s dialogue, options, menus, saves, and credits. He’s previously worked on fantastic digital board game adaptations with @horribleguild.bsky.social
January 15, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Alberto Putignano implemented all UI systems, including support for superimposed translations on 3D elements, in addition to the game’s dialogue, options, menus, saves, and credits. He’s previously worked on fantastic digital board game adaptations with @horribleguild.bsky.social
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Stefano Sanitate @stefanosanitate.bsky.social masterfully refactored all interactions and systems drafted by Andrea, helping streamline gameplay, on top of implementing the most intricate sequences from scratch. Before, he directed Saturnalia’s gameplay programming in the 2nd half of development.
January 15, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Stefano Sanitate @stefanosanitate.bsky.social masterfully refactored all interactions and systems drafted by Andrea, helping streamline gameplay, on top of implementing the most intricate sequences from scratch. Before, he directed Saturnalia’s gameplay programming in the 2nd half of development.
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Malindy Hetfeld @yourkyotowife.bsky.social joined as a consultant for meaning and interpretation for international audiences. She produced priceless documentation on all critical imagery and symbolism in HORSES. She's also a talented writer and narrative designer: www.notion.so/malindysport...
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January 15, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Malindy Hetfeld @yourkyotowife.bsky.social joined as a consultant for meaning and interpretation for international audiences. She produced priceless documentation on all critical imagery and symbolism in HORSES. She's also a talented writer and narrative designer: www.notion.so/malindysport...
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Flaminia Grimaldi @sunkenlola.bsky.social contributed additional 3D art and stage design. You know her work from 2021 IGF Excellence in Art nominee JETT: The Far Shore, on which she acted as Lead Environment Artist. Previously, Flaminia researched and modeled all environments in Wheels of Aurelia.
January 15, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Flaminia Grimaldi @sunkenlola.bsky.social contributed additional 3D art and stage design. You know her work from 2021 IGF Excellence in Art nominee JETT: The Far Shore, on which she acted as Lead Environment Artist. Previously, Flaminia researched and modeled all environments in Wheels of Aurelia.
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Julián Palacios @yulelepalacios.bsky.social did vegetation, environment lighting and effects. You’ve seen his stunning work in Promesa and Cuccchi, BOTH finalists for the IGF Nuovo Award (2020 and 2022, respectively). All his games have truly impeccable art direction: julian-palacios.itch.io
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January 15, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Julián Palacios @yulelepalacios.bsky.social did vegetation, environment lighting and effects. You’ve seen his stunning work in Promesa and Cuccchi, BOTH finalists for the IGF Nuovo Award (2020 and 2022, respectively). All his games have truly impeccable art direction: julian-palacios.itch.io
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Environment props, all interiors and their set dressing are by the amazing Andrea Cedraro, who is an eclectic digital sculptor, illustrator, and stage designer. Previously, Andrea also worked on 3D art for Julián Palacios' Promesa. You can see more of his work here: www.instagram.com/cedroart/
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January 15, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Environment props, all interiors and their set dressing are by the amazing Andrea Cedraro, who is an eclectic digital sculptor, illustrator, and stage designer. Previously, Andrea also worked on 3D art for Julián Palacios' Promesa. You can see more of his work here: www.instagram.com/cedroart/
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Nicolo Sala composed the OST, and arranged the ending hymn based on Andrea’s humming. Nicolò has written music for our games since the incredible FOTONICA soundtrack. E.g. Saturnalia’s main theme, adapted from a XVI century Italian folk song: www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAih...
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January 15, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Nicolo Sala composed the OST, and arranged the ending hymn based on Andrea’s humming. Nicolò has written music for our games since the incredible FOTONICA soundtrack. E.g. Saturnalia’s main theme, adapted from a XVI century Italian folk song: www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAih...
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Matteo Pozzi worked on the Italian adaptation, adding Berlusconi-era speech patterns to the farmer's voice, which were then back-translated by Arden. He previously wrote Wheels of Aurelia with Claudia at @wearemuesli.bsky.social. Check out their incredible portfolio of games: wearemuesli.it
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January 15, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Matteo Pozzi worked on the Italian adaptation, adding Berlusconi-era speech patterns to the farmer's voice, which were then back-translated by Arden. He previously wrote Wheels of Aurelia with Claudia at @wearemuesli.bsky.social. Check out their incredible portfolio of games: wearemuesli.it
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Arden Ripley @arden.rip reviewed and wonderfully edited the game’s script. Arden was also the editor on 2023 IGF Excellence in Narrative winner Mediterranea Inferno, and they have worked on a myriad of incredible games, including the recently released Pathologic 3: www.arden.rip
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January 15, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Arden Ripley @arden.rip reviewed and wonderfully edited the game’s script. Arden was also the editor on 2023 IGF Excellence in Narrative winner Mediterranea Inferno, and they have worked on a myriad of incredible games, including the recently released Pathologic 3: www.arden.rip
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HORSES was written and directed by Andrea Lucco Borlera. This is his first game, as he previously studied cinema and directed short films, and he now teaches audiovisual disciplines. Creatives who come from different disciplines seem to have a much greater sense of freedom in what games can tackle!
January 15, 2026 at 7:29 PM
HORSES was written and directed by Andrea Lucco Borlera. This is his first game, as he previously studied cinema and directed short films, and he now teaches audiovisual disciplines. Creatives who come from different disciplines seem to have a much greater sense of freedom in what games can tackle!