Real horse racing is dramatic, imposing, and fragrant of grass, leather, and regret. But what if you’re looking for the action without the mud, the weather delays, and the side-eye from a real horse? And how does virtual horse racing work? So, a digital take on an antiquated sport that’s fast, fair, and accessible at any time.
Horse racing is an ancient sport. Jockeys, crowds, and cheering betters, not much has changed. And then, technology happened. Suddenly, you could place wagers on digital horses racing in computer-generated races instead of waiting for an afternoon at Ascot or Churchill Downs. Virtual horse racing now accounts for roughly 25% of all horse race betting. There are a lot of people cheering on horses that exist purely in pixels. So, what does virtual horse racing look like? Let’s saddle up.
Virtual horse racing is simply betting on a sequence of animated horse races created by computer software. These horses and the racecourse do not exist in the real world; they are being created by a computer. Each of the races is determined by a Random Number Generator (RNG). You may think of this as essentially rolling digital dice to determine which horse will finish first.
For most virtual horse racing, there will be a slight bias towards the stronger 'favourites' to give them a slightly favourable chance at the number drawn. However, there is still an element of randomness to it, which still gives a chance of winning even for the underdog pixel pony. This is all part of the appeal of virtual horse racing.
It looks like an actual race visually: colorful races, galloping horses, and cheering sound effects. The bookmakers even inject some fiction in the form of fake race names, such as Lucky Lakes or Boylepark Grand National. Virtual horse racing presents minimal risk, no mud, no horse drama, just a clean two-minute piece of animation.
Betting on virtual horses is thought to be as simple as betting on live horses. You can make the following types of bets:
You don't get exotic bets, like pick-6s or outright accumulator madness, and form history doesn't exist. You simply cannot plan or study a horse by its past runs because, spoiler alert, it doesn't have any.
That uncertainty means you begin every race with the same possibilities. You don't handicap bloodlines in a race; you are taking odds against a random number generator.
This “always available” aspect is why virtual horse racing has blown up. Bettors get fast hits of entertainment without the planning involved in real racing.
Now, yes, it's a little random, but there are still strategies to try and extend the period of your bankroll:
Before you get carried away:
Because it's easy, fast, and fun! You don't need to worry about breeding lines or jockey stats. You just log in, pick a horse, place your win/place/forecast bet, and watch a two-minute digital race. And that's the magic of it: it feels like horse racing, but it's a digital lottery with hooves.
Even better, in the real world, a rainstorm can cancel the Derby, but virtual races are always running. This is what has made it one of the most popular virtual betting markets across the globe.
So how does virtual horse racing work? Behind all those bright graphics is a computer generating random numbers. The favorites get a little boost, the underdog can still surprise, and bettors get a speedy, fair, and always-on version of the sport. It's racing stripped to its core; the thrill, the chance, and the hope that your horse (real or not) crosses the wire first.
What is virtual horse racing?
Virtual horse racing is a computer simulation that produces results via a Random Number Generator (RNG). It builds digital horses, buildings, tracks, and bettors can place bets using all the same methods and options as in real horse racing.
Can you bet on virtual horse racing like real horse racing?
Yes. Betting on virtual horse racing is very comparable to betting on real horse racing. Bettors can place win, each-way, forecast, and Tricast; it does not have the same number of betting markets as you would for live races.
Is virtual horse racing fair?
Yes. All outcomes are generated using an unbiased RNG, which means results cannot be altered. Each race operates independently, meaning that previous results and “form” do not affect future results.
Why is virtual horse racing attractive for bettors?
The appeal of virtual horse racing for bettors is that races run 24/7, results are quick, and there are no interruptions caused by weather or world issues. It is easy to understand, user-friendly for beginners, and offers a fast-paced betting experience.
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