Use the 25 days of the October demo to establish care, train for one early event and pursue one upgrade that fits your yard. The starter horse has lower stats than in the February demo, so judge progress by what your mare is ready for. Treat the following phases as a plan you can adjust to your save.
Opening days: get care and training working
Work through the early prompts and establish a routine with your first mare. Check her condition, clean her coat and hooves, and use the basic training exercises. Note how prepared she feels after training so you know what to work on next.
Middle of the demo: work toward Caprilli
The October demo added Caprilli and desensitization. Use the early training to build confidence and practice the gait changes and small jumps that Caprilli asks for. Enter when your horse qualifies and you feel ready for the course.
Closing days: pick one goal worth keeping
Choose a single goal for the remaining days, such as finishing an upgrade that relieves a capacity problem or preparing a pairing. The October demo announcement confirms the day limit and compatibility with the full release.
FAQ
Will I reach the same milestones as in February?
The developer lowered starter stats in the October demo and expected slower progress.
Do I need to finish every quest in 25 days?
Prioritize the early care and training loop, then focus on the milestone you most want to reach.
Can I keep playing the same yard after the demo ends?
The developer confirmed that saves from the October demo are compatible with the full game.