CyberPony Demo

CyberPony is no longer supported, so it is now impossible to purchase the application. Nonetheless, you can still download it from Softpedia and use it with the limitations listed on this page.

Horse races may not be televised too often, and you may believe that they have gone out of style, but there are millions of people watching and betting on them every day. In essence, the actual races are usually far less important than the betting that goes on backstage, which is why very few people go to watch them out of pleasure. The odds are much higher than at the lottery, and it’s always a thrill to watch your money run in front of you.

CyberPony is a simple simulator that allows you to experience the same thrill vicariously, which means that you do not have to contribute real money to every race and pray that luck is on your side. Not only that, but you also have a bit of control over the actual horses and the rules of the races, which is why the game can be even more fun than the real thing. Obviously, you still need luck in order to make it, but the stakes are much lower.

To begin with, it is worth noting that up to four players can participate in a game session, which means that you can enjoy it with your friends. Obviously, you must share the same computer while doing so, but that only makes it feel more like a real race, where you and your pals sit together and hope for the best. It is also a good way to simulate real situations and try out a few strategies.

Gameplay-wise, there’s not very much to it, although it helps to be familiar with the official rules if you want to get right down to business. Hence, the races are randomly generated from a pool of various horses, each one of which has a specific set of attributes and stats. The odds are calculated and you get to place bets, which have a chance to yield a certain profit. Real or not, the excitement can be overwhelming once the race starts.

Speaking of which, you can actually watch the race unfold in front of your eyes, but you should not expect too much in this regard In fact, the simulation is only a bunch of low-resolution images moving on the screen, with no animations or special effects. Granted, the application is quite old, but the designers could have done a lot better with a bit of effort and dedication. On the other hand, the visual presentation is not very important in this case.

All things considered, CyberPony may not be the best-looking simulator out there, but it can be the perfect solution for gambling enthusiasts looking for a quick fix. The fact that it supports multiple players is definitely a strong point, which makes up for the terrible graphics.