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Barbie™ Horse Trails
Giddy up! Play as Barbie and Barbie in a new open-world adventure through Canterbury Trails Park with your horse, Lucky. Become a Junior Ranger and help give t…
You might not expect a Barbie game to become your go-to meditation on horseback, but Outright Games and Mattel have crafted exactly that with Barbie Horse Trails. Launching October 10, 2025, on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam, this single-player open-world adventure ditches boss fights for sunlit meadows, gentle quests and the joy of growing closer to Lucky, your loyal equine companion. Here’s how this equestrian escape will soothe your soul and keep you coming back for more.
Whether you’re a console veteran or new to gaming, Barbie Horse Trails rolls out a smooth saddle for all. Its simultaneous launch on both current (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) and last-gen (PS4, Xbox One) consoles, plus Nintendo Switch and PC, means families and solo riders can dive in without hardware headaches. Expect intuitive controls, optional in-game tutorials and scalable difficulty that respects both young players and seasoned equestrians. DualSense haptic feedback hints at galloping hooves, while PC options let you tweak graphics and keybindings for the perfect ride.
From the moment you mount Lucky, you’ll choose between two Barbies—“Brooklyn” Roberts or “Malibu” Roberts—each sporting a unique wardrobe of riding jackets, flowy sundresses and rugged trail gear. As you complete grooming and feeding mini-games, you’ll unlock new saddles, bridles and decorative blankets that let you stamp your style on every journey. Tinker with tack color, hairstyle and even saddle bag decals to create an equestrian duo that feels uniquely yours.
Canterbury Trails Park unfolds like a living painting: golden light through wildflower meadows, mist drifting across mountain passes, sunlight dancing on lake ripples. A dynamic day-night cycle brings early-morning mists, starry nights and colorful sunsets, while subtle ambient sounds—chirping birds, rustling leaves—fill your senses. Follow signposted routes to key landmarks or veer off on winding side trails to discover hidden benches, secret lookouts and shy woodland creatures waiting just beyond the path.
As a Junior Ranger-in-training, you’ll tackle quests that feel less like chores and more like contributions to park stewardship. Help rangers clear fallen branches, repair fences and replant native wildflowers to restore habitats. Wildlife-spotting challenges invite you to photograph deer, songbirds and butterflies in their natural haunts. With every eco-friendly task, you’re not just ticking off objectives—you’re reinforcing themes of conservation and teaching players of all ages the value of caring for nature.
Lucky isn’t just a mode of transport; she’s a friend. Daily grooming tasks let you brush her mane, clean her hooves and offer her favorite carrots, each action boosting your trust meter. Simple riding challenges—trail patterns, low jumps and timed sprints—reward you with bonding points that unlock stamina boosts, improved obedience and little easter egg animations when she whinnies with joy. Over time, that bond shows in her eager gallop and gentle nuzzles, making every ride feel personal.
When you need a creative breather, grab your in-game camera to fill a digital nature journal. Photo missions might ask you to frame a deer at dawn, catch a rainbow over a waterfall or snap a fox darting through tall grass. Experiment with framing, depth of field and filters before flipping through your scrapbook to relive favorite moments. It’s a playful nod to wildlife photography that adds fresh variety to the riding routine.
Barbie Horse Trails channels the spirit of early-2000s equestrian classics—think leisurely trail rides, gentle mini-games and collectible badges—while running on a modern engine that keeps performance silky smooth. Veteran fans will appreciate familiar mechanics, but accessible pacing and optional hints ensure newcomers never feel lost. Seasonal events and surprise encounters pop up at different times of day, inviting you back whenever you’re craving that soothing, countryside escape.
On October 10, 2025, Barbie Horse Trails opens the gates to Canterbury Trails Park, where every hoofbeat brings you closer to nature’s calm. Whether you’re chasing hidden collectibles, perfecting grooming rituals or simply watching fireflies dance at dusk, this serene equestrian journey promises peace, delight and a whole new way to unwind.
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