Horsez GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Simulation

Horsez

Deep cut

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2007
GenreSimulation
DeveloperIndependent Arts
PublisherUbisoft
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesPetz
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2007, Horsez is a simulation game developed by Independent Arts and published by Ubisoft.

It landed about 6 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2007 include TMNT, Arctic Tale and Avatar: The Last Airbender – The Burning Earth. Among the 38 GBA simulation games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.

It is part of the Petz series; on the GBA you can also try Dogz, Dogz 2 and Catz. The series also appears on other systems with Tigerz (DS) and Petz: Dogz 2 (DS). Independent Arts also made Paws & Claws: Pet Vet, Let's Ride! Sunshine Stables and Dragon's Rock for the GBA.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Horsez is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

Horsez gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

Horsez walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Horsez.

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Playing GBA games today

The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.

Horsez FAQ

When did Horsez come out on the GBA?

Horsez was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2007.

Who made Horsez?

It was developed by Independent Arts and published by Ubisoft.

Is Horsez multiplayer?

No. Horsez is a single-player game.

How long does Horsez take to play?

As a simulation game, Horsez typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Horsez on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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