Barbie Project Friendship is set to arrive on Xbox Game Pass on June 11. This local co-op game features a mini-game reminiscent of Overcooked, combining fun gameplay with casual competition. I’m looking forward to diving into it, especially as a fan of local co-op modes. Xbox Game Pass has had a remarkable year so far, consistently rolling out high-quality titles, and June 2025 is no exception.
In addition to Barbie Project Friendship, several new games have already been added to Xbox Game Pass this month, including Crypt Custodian, Symphonia, and enhanced versions of the classic Baldur’s Gate series. The excitement continues with the remaster of Space Marine 1 launching on June 10, followed by Barbie Project Friendship on June 11. Players will also see other titles like Kingdom: Two Crowns, EA Sports FC 25, and Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time arriving throughout the month. As someone who enjoys playing co-op games with my wife, discovering new local multiplayer titles is always thrilling.
Although my experience with the Barbie brand is limited to the recent Greta Gerwig movie and an old CD-ROM game, the local co-op nature of Barbie Project Friendship compels me to give it a chance when it joins Xbox Game Pass. In this game, players assume the roles of two Barbies working to save the Malibu Waves Community Center by completing various quests and mini-games. From the screenshots, it looks like they can participate in a tennis mini-game or a salon experience reminiscent of Overcooked. While it may not offer deep gameplay, it has the potential to provide an entertaining co-op experience.
Though Barbie Project Friendship doesn’t have extensive professional reviews, it holds a “Mostly Positive” rating on Steam. I wouldn’t normally consider buying it, but with its addition to Xbox Game Pass, it’s an opportunity that’s hard to pass up. If it turns out to be disappointing, at least it’s a low-risk endeavor, especially with so many other exciting titles available this month.