PJ Masks™: Hero Academy - Coding adventures & puzzles

It's time to dive into the thrilling adventures of the PJ Masks! Hero Academy focuses on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) education through an engaging coding experience, distinguishing itself from other educational apps with its lively gameplay, intriguing stories, and animated sequences.

This app is designed for children aged 4 to 7 years, introducing them to foundational concepts such as logic, problem-solving, and algorithms – helping them break down complex tasks into manageable steps for your little heroes.

Join PJ Robot at the headquarters to assist Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko as they navigate challenges using their extraordinary superpowers while overcoming the villains of the night! Experience the unfolding action and cultivate essential skills throughout the journey.

EARLY YEARS CODING & PUZZLES

• This application teaches the fundamental principles of coding through precoding strategies.

• It emphasizes problem-solving and experimentation via trial and error.

• By advancing through various levels, your child will gradually learn and face increasingly complex tasks.

• Educational components are smoothly integrated into the gameplay, ensuring a fun experience.

• Each package includes unique challenges and lessons in coding.

• Set up to three individual profiles for your children to allow progress at their own pace.

FEATURES

• The app offers over 15 free-to-play levels, with additional content available for purchase within the app.

• Play as Catboy, Owlette, or Gekko, tackling exciting puzzles and adventures.

• Drive the Cat-Car, the Gekko Mobile, and soar with the Owl Glider.

• Create personalized racetracks for endless entertainment!

• Use the power-ups from PJ Masks to navigate past obstacles!

• Discover various locations, such as the City Canals, the Park, and the Sports Field.

• Earn rewards and unlock special levels!

• Defeat villains while collecting golden stars and mission objectives!

• Enjoy offline play without needing WiFi or data.

SAFE AND AGE APPROPRIATE

PJ Masks™: Hero Academy ensures a secure environment for parents with:

• Content suitable for children aged 4-7 years.

• A parental gate to prevent unauthorized purchases by young users.

• The option to disable in-app advertisements by purchasing extra content within the app.

PJ MASKS

PJ Masks has captured the hearts of families worldwide. Together, the heroic trio – Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko – embark on thrilling quests, solving mysteries and learning invaluable lessons during their adventures. Watch out, nighttime villains – the PJ Masks are here to save the day!

ABOUT Entertainment One

Entertainment One (eOne) leads the market in developing, distributing, and promoting award-winning children's content that resonates with families globally. Bringing joy with beloved characters like Peppa Pig and PJ Masks, eOne transforms dynamic brands from screen to shelf.

NOTE TO PARENTS

* While this game is free to play, it includes items available for purchase with real money. You can disable this feature within your device’s settings to prevent in-app purchases.

SUPPORT

For optimal performance, we recommend using Android version 5 or higher.

Coding with Catboy: Where Superheroes Spark Little Debuggers

This vibrant STEAM adventure transformed my skeptical nephew into a pint-sized programming prodigy before my eyes—and the magic was in its brilliant disguise of learning as pure superhero play. Watching him gasp with delight when his sequenced command blocks ("move forward," "jump," "spin") sent Gekko’s car vaulting over Romeo’s laser traps wasn’t just cute; it was a lightbulb moment where algorithmic thinking became as tangible as high-fiving after a victory. Unlike dry coding apps, Hero Academy weaves logic into the PJ Masks’ world with genius subtlety: tracing Owl Glider’s flight path to collect stars taught him loops ("do this pattern 3 times!"), while redirecting Luna Girl’s magnets with directional arrows revealed conditional logic ("IF near purple crystal, THEN turn right"). The sheer joy on his face debugging a failed sequence—watching Catboy hilariously bump into walls until he rearranged the steps—proved failure could be fun, not frustrating.

What captivated me most was the layered progression. Early drag-and-drop simplicity ("make Owlette fly to moon") evolved into complex multi-character coordination by Level 9—programming Catboy to distract Night Ninja while Gekko disabled security lasers required foresight I didn’t expect from a 5-year-old. Creating custom racetracks became his obsession: placing speed boosts before jumps, adding villain obstacles, then watching his heroes execute the code flawlessly. Offline access was a lifesaver during flights, turning tantrums into focused puzzle-solving. This isn’t just coding practice; it’s a sandbox where logic meets imagination, and every solved challenge makes them feel like true heroes.

Parental Intel (FAQ-Style):

"Prior coding knowledge needed?" Zero! Visual blocks (arrows, loops, actions) are intuitive. My nephew grasped "sequence order" naturally by fixing Gekko’s crashed car.

"STEAM or just screens?" Deeply integrated. Physics in ramp jumps, engineering in bridge-building puzzles, art in custom track designs—learning feels organic, not lectured.

"In-app purchases aggressive?" Surprisingly fair. 15 free levels offer substance; expansions feel worthwhile (e.g., Robot Factory adds variables). Parental locks are robust.

"Replay value?" High. Track editor sparks endless creativity; villain rematches encourage optimizing code for speed/star bonuses.

"Solo or collaborative?" Solo-focused but sparks real-world collaboration ("Auntie, why won’t my loop work here?"). Future update hints at duo coding!

"Device compatibility?" Ran smoothly on older tablets. Touch controls responsive—no frustration from tiny fingers.

"Best hidden skill gained?" Systematic troubleshooting. He now approaches LEGO builds with "debugging" patience after fixing virtual sequences!

"Offline limitations?" Full gameplay access. Only track-sharing requires Wi-Fi.

For parents wary of screen time, this app is the exception: watching your child yell "Algorithm power!" while outsmarting Night Ninja with a perfectly timed loop is proof play can build brilliance. PJ Masks didn’t just teach coding—they made it a superpower.