#1: Major Settlement Ends Legal Dispute

Cygames (developer of the game) and Konami Digital Entertainment have officially announced a settlement over a patent-infringement lawsuit related to Umamusume: Pretty Derby. The lawsuit, filed back in March 2023, originally sought around US$26 million in damages.
While the exact terms remain confidential, Cygames reaffirmed that they “never believed infringement occurred” but chose settlement in order to ensure service stability for players.
Why this matters: This resolves a major cloud over the game’s future, giving players reassurance. For your site, it’s a signal of renewed confidence in the game and a good hook for readers.

#2: New Release & Event Schedule for November

According to official schedule info, Umamusume: Pretty Derby is rolling out several major events and banners in November 2025.
Key highlights:

• Unity Cup scenario drops on 6 Nov (UTC) — a new training & team-race mechanic.
• Legend Races from 13–22 Nov, featuring new challenging race types.
• Halloween Story Event from 24 Nov–6 Dec with special characters and themed rewards.
  This gives your readers a forward-looking section: what to play, when, what to expect — increasing their engagement on your site.

#3: Balance Patch – Gameplay Enhancements

On 11 November 2025 (UTC), Umamusume: Pretty Derby will undergo a balance update.
Key changes include:

• Buff to the Guts stat: last spurt speed now more influenced by Guts.
• Increased resource drop rates in Career mode (support points, money) — improving training rewards.
• Adjustments to trainee events: new choices, better cure for “bad conditions”, less negative mood impact.
  Why it’s useful for players: These tweaks can change how you prioritise characters/support cards. On your site you can write a guide or quick tips on how to adapt to the patch.

#4: What Should Players Do Right Now?

Engagement: You can encourage your readers: “Bookmark this article, we’ll update with banner picks and strategy as events go live.” This improves site stickiness.

Checkpoint: If you haven’t completed the tutorial or reached the unlock for team/training mechanics, do so before the Unity Cup scenario drops.

Resource prep: Use the increased drop rate to stock up support cards & training materials ahead of the new events.

Plan pulls wisely: With the event schedule and banners revealed, advise players on when to save or spend carats/resources.