My Horse & Me: Riding for Gold
© 2009 Atari
This horse sim game is, according to press materials, the only game to hold the exclusive license from the Federation Equistre Internationale -- a horse sports organization. You start by choosing and customizing your rider and horse. You then must care for your horse by grooming it, training it and feeding it. Once you've mastered those tasks, you can then compete in course simulations based on real-life courses in the UK, Europe and United States. The game features different riding styles and competitions including jumping, cross-country and dressage, as well as a multi-player option.
$30, Wii, Nintendo DS
Teaches: creativity, timing, equestrian sports, horses