This video provides a comprehensive evaluation of the balance patch for Uma Musume's half-anniversary update, focusing on the impact of new mechanics and skill changes on the game's meta. The speakers discuss how these updates affect various racing strategies, Uma builds, and the overall gameplay experience.
The activation condition for "Uma Stan" has changed from needing four people nearby to only needing three people nearby, making it much more achievable for late and end players. Its new primary function is to act as a powerful 3-second speed skill in the early game. By deactivating "pace down mode," it allows the user to advance forward while other racers are slowed, creating a significant speed advantage for a duration that scales with the race distance.
For front runners, several key changes have been implemented: