Play Barbie (Europe) Online

Barbie for the NES came out in 1991, developed by Imagineering Inc. It was part of that wave of licensed games trying to capture younger audiences, especially girls, who might not have been the core NES demographic. The game doesn't try to be an epic adventure; it's simpler, more focused on style and light activities than deep challenges.

You control Barbie through a series of minigame-like stages. The main goal is to prepare for and then attend a date with Ken. You start by picking an outfit and doing her makeup, then you drive her car, avoiding obstacles on the road. Later, you roller skate through a park, jumping over cracks and ducks. The pace is generally relaxed, though the driving can get surprisingly hectic. It feels like a playful, if very simple, collection of tasks meant to mirror a day in Barbie's life.