Horses are unusually difficult to portray convincingly in video games because of their large bodies, complex joints and varied ways of moving. The article argues that this technical challenge often leads developers to treat horses merely as transport, but games gain significantly when horses are made distinctive and meaningful parts of play.

It highlights horses’ unusual anatomy and numerous gaits as major animation and design obstacles. Referencing games including The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Elden Ring, it suggests that more thoughtful horse design can improve gameplay and make virtual worlds feel richer.