Wed Apr 08 2026
If you're looking for a kid-friendly alternative to Subway Surfers, LEGO Friends Heartlake Rush+ is the perfect answer. It takes the familiar lane-shifting runner formula and injects it with the charm and 'building' DNA of the LEGO brand. The visuals are crisp and colorful, perfectly capturing the aesthetic of the Heartlake City sets.
The mission system provides a solid loop. Instead of just running for distance, you're tasked with specific goals like 'collect 50 flowers' or 'jump over 10 buses,' which keeps the gameplay feeling purposeful. The addition of vehicle transformation—turning your car into a plane for bonus sections—is a highlight that always brings a smile to young players.
While the core mechanic is simple, the constant stream of unlocks (new characters, new decals, new pets) provides plenty of longevity. It’s a safe, high-speed, and genuinely fun experience that fits perfectly within the Apple Arcade library. It's great to see a runner that doesn't rely on FOMO or microtransactions.
Play as the latest LEGO Friends cast
Endless running action with varied missions
Robust car and character customization
Ad-free premium Arcade experience
Focus on completing the 'Missions' listed on the home screen. Each mission set you complete gives you experience points to level up, which eventually unlocks new LEGO Friends characters.
Use the coins you collect during runs to visit the garage. Here you can equip different toppers (like giant ice creams!) and trails that make your car stand out and earn more bonus points.
The pets accompany the characters in the vehicles and can be unlocked alongside them.