Games for Kids That Involve Horses
- Computer games such as "Horse Camp" allow kids to interact with horses in a virtual environment. Horse Camp has a camp-like setup where kids choose their own horses and then train with them to perform tricks such as obstacle course jumping. For kids who want to groom and feed their horses as well as train it, there are titles such as "My Horse Farm." The game is open ended and allows kids to play it any way they want to. Fans of the "Barbie" toy range will enjoy games such as "Barbie Horse Adventures: Mystery Ride" where Barbie has to ride around on horseback to find another missing horse. The game is aimed at kids aged 5 to 9.
- With more than 125 million units sold worldwide up until 2010, the Nintendo DS has firmly established itself as a device which people enjoy. This is reflected in the wide range of titles that include games such as "The Dreamer Series: Horse Trainer." Horse Trainer gives kids the chance to care for their own virtual horses and take on all the responsibilities that come with it. Everything from cleaning the stable to grooming and feeding in their hands. "Petz: My Horse Family" follows a similar approach and allows kids to interact with different horse breeds using the DS touch screen. For kids that want a horse game that is supported by the International Equestrian Federation there is "My Horse & Me."
- Your kids don't even need an expensive console or computer to enjoy games that involve horses. Any mobile phone that supports Java games will be able to run titles that allow them to care and interact with horses in the palm of their hand. "Horse Riding Academy" blends adventure elements with the horse theme for an entertaining experience while "Horse & Pony: My Stud Farm" allow them to try their hands at horse breeding.
- For parents on a tight budget but who still want to let their kids play games involving horses, there are free Flash titles. These might not have the high production values of the commercial titles, but they can be every bit as fun and interactive. "Horse Rancher" follows a similar concept to the commercial titles and places kids in charge of their own horse range where they have to care for the animals. Kids buy and train horses to increase their skills. "Horse Race" gives kids the chance to test their show jumping skills and features full 3D visuals. Then there's "Dream Horse" which is a simple game where kids can brush and then dress up a horse.
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