Barbie™ Horse Ride & Rescue, a New Gaming Adventure, Coming Soon to PC, Switch 2 and Mobile
Arrives on mobile June 16, with PC and Switch 2 to follow, inviting players to rescue horses and uncover the mysteries of a vibrant Barbie world
New Zealand developer PikPok, together with Mattel, Inc., a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, today announced a new cozy gaming adventure, Barbie: Horse Ride & Rescue, for PC, Switch 2, and mobile. Launching globally on mobile on Tuesday, June 16, with Steam and Switch 2 to follow in 2027, Barbie “Brooklyn" Roberts and Barbie “Malibu" Roberts head to Moonrise Valley to uncover its mysteries and ride to the rescue. Available now for pre-order on the App Store, pre-registration on Google Play, and wishlist on Steam.
From the makers of Rival Stars Horse Racing, one of the most popular horse racing games of all time, Barbie: Horse Ride & Rescue is an authentic and immersive equestrian experience for older teens and adults. As they uncover the mysteries of Moonrise Valley, players will rescue and ride charming horses, and express their unique style in fashion challenges, with plenty of options for customization and roleplay.
After creating their own character, players will join Barbie “Brooklyn" Roberts and Barbie “Malibu" Roberts as volunteers at Roaming Hearts Rescue Ranch. Riding into the vibrant expanse of Moonrise Valley, they’ll discover lovable horses in need of rescue and rehabilitation. Enjoy touching moments with horses by grooming their gorgeous coats, then customize them with new saddles, bridles and more.
From there, players can explore Moonrise Valley on horseback, scouting for more horses and adorable wildlife, test their skills in Barrel Racing or fashion challenges, and dive even deeper into the story to solve the mystery of how the horses came to roam the valley. An immersive, cozy, and wholesome experience awaits!