Official PlayShifu® in the Nordics

Welcome to PlayShifu® - your Nordic destination for award-winning STEM toys that combine augmented reality, coding and tactile play. Turning screen time into meaningful learning that builds creativity, problem solving and STEAM skills in children 4-10 years old.

Shifu Tacto

Tacto games turn the iPad into an interactive arena for chess, coding and mysteries. Tactile pieces teach problem solving, critical thinking and STEM fun in every move.

Shifu Tacto Laser game for kids aged 5+, learn light science, solve mysteries, boost problem-solving, supported in 8 languages
SHIFU030

Shifu Tacto: Laser - Solve thrilling mysteries by 'lighting' up clues!

  • Available in Swedish
  • Enhances problem-solving skills
  • Brain-teasing logic games
599 SEK
Shifu Tacto Coding tactile game for kids aged 4+, learn coding basics with 200+ levels, problem-solving, and logic skills development
SHIFU033

Shifu Tacto: Coding - Play tactile games and learn to code

  • Teaches coding visually
  • 200+ engaging game levels
  • Supports Swedish language
599 SEK
Shifu Tacto Chess interactive board game with 500+ levels, 4 game modes, educational features, and tablet compatibility for ages 6+
SHIFU035

Shifu Tacto: Chess - Become a master of the ultimate brain game

  • Interactive educational tool
  • Four engaging game modes
  • Easy tablet setup
599 SEK
Shifu Tacto: Classics interactive game set with board games like Ladders and Checkers, boosts strategy and math skills for kids 4+
SHIFU036

Shifu Tacto: Classics - Add story-telling & fun to your game nights

  • Available in Swedish language
  • Boosts strategy and planning skills
  • Enhances basic math skills
599 SEK
Shifu Tacto: Dino interactive game for kids aged 4-8, explore dinosaurs, unlock adventures, and learn with tablet-compatible play system
SHIFU037

Shifu Tacto: Dino - Explore the world of dinosaurs in a new dimension

  • Educational entertainment for children
  • Compatible with Swedish language
  • Thrilling educational adventures
599 SEK
Shifu Tacto: Doctor interactive STEM toy for kids, tablet-based educational doctor kit with Nordic language support and 12 figurines
SHIFU041

Shifu Tacto: Doctor - Turn your child's tablet into an interactive clinic

  • Real STEM learning tool
  • Enhances pretend play
  • Available in Nordic languages
599 SEK
[BLOG - Jun 12, 2025]

From screen time to discovery: how AR toys bring learning to life

What is augmented reality in toys? Augmented reality (AR) adds a digital layer on top of the physical world. When a child points their tablet at the Orboot globe, animated monuments, animals and stories appear directly on the Earth's surface. The technology engages multiple senses simultaneously and makes abstract concepts concrete. Research shows that multi-sensory learning strengthens both memory and motivation. Orboot Earth: the globe that brings 1 000 facts to life Orboot Earth brin
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[BLOG - Jan 12, 2025]

Coding for the innovators of the future: A deep dive into Shifu Tacto

At a time when digital literacy is becoming increasingly important, PlayShifu presents an exciting tool to introduce children to the world of programming. Shifu Tacto: Coding represents a new generation of educational games that bridge physical interaction and digital learning. Game-based learning meets cognitive development What sets Shifu Tacto apart is its unique approach to coding learning. By combining tactile elements with digital technology, the game creates an engaging learning envir
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Shifu Plugo

The Plugo series transforms math, words and music into playful challenges. Physical building blocks go digital on the tablet, reinforcing logic, reading comprehension and motor skills - without unnecessary screen time.

A child playing with Shifu Plugo Link, building magnetic blocks while solving AR-powered STEAM challenges on a tablet.
SHIFU019

Shifu Plugo: Link - Classic building blocks meet modern digital play

  • Supports Swedish language
  • 300+ educational challenges
  • Age-adaptive learning experience
599 SEK
Child playing with Shifu Plugo: Count, an AR math game, enhancing problem-solving and STEAM skills with interactive learning tools
SHIFU020

Shifu Plugo: Count - Traditional math made fun with an innovative hands-on approach

  • Age-adaptive learning experience
  • Promotes STEAM education
  • Supports Swedish language
599 SEK
Child playing with Shifu Plugo STEM Wiz Pack, exploring math, vocabulary, and puzzles with AR-powered gaming system for ages 4-10
SHIFU026

Shifu Plugo: STEM Wiz Pack - 3 in 1 - Math, Vocabulary & Puzzles

  • Swedish language support
  • STEAM skill development
  • Interchangeable gaming kits
1199 SEK
Shifu Plugo: Tunes interactive AR music learning kit for kids aged 5-10, featuring 50+ songs, multilingual support, and STEM compatibility
SHIFU022

Shifu Plugo: Tunes - Learn to play popular songs, and compose music.

  • Multilingual, includes Swedish support
  • 50+ engaging songs
  • Cognitive skill development
599 SEK
Child exploring Shifu Plugo Letters educational kit with interactive AR games, learning English, storytelling, and STEM skills at home
SHIFU025

Shifu Plugo: Letters (English) - An alphabet kit that goes beyond word-building

  • Interactive AR-powered learning
  • Age-adaptive challenges
  • Supports Swedish language
599 SEK
Shifu Plugo: Farm interactive STEM kit for kids 4-10, AR-powered digital farm game, educational figurines, compatible with iOS/Android
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Shifu Plugo: Farm - Unleash the Fun of Farming and Learning with Interactive STEM Play!

  • Engaging interactive farm play
  • Strengthens essential life skills
  • Compatible with iOS & Android
599 SEK
[BLOG - Feb 17, 2024]

Unlock the World with Shifu Orboot: The Ultimate AR Globe for Kids

In today's digital age, finding innovative and engaging ways to educate children is more important than ever. Enter the Shifu Orboot: Earth - an Augmented Reality (AR) Globe that is revolutionizing the way kids learn about geography, cultures, and the environment. This immersive learning tool from PlayShifu not only makes education fun but also fosters a deep curiosity about the world. Interactive Learning at Its Best Shifu Orboot is not your ordinary globe. It's an interactive exper
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[BLOG - Nov 06, 2023]

Interactive STEM Learning with Shifu Tacto: Doctor for Kids

In the digital age of tablets and smartphones, PlayShifu introduces Shifu Tacto: Doctor a revolutionary educational toy that promises to make screen time a delightful blend of fun and learning for kids. The product essentially transforms your child's tablet into an interactive simulated doctor's clinic, offering an immersive way for children to explore the wonders of healthcare. So, let's dive in and discover more about this fantastic STEM-based learning tool. As young minds are n
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Shifu Orboot

The Orboot globe with AR allows children to travel the world from their living room - bringing countries, animals and cultures to life through interactive storytelling that makes science and geography engaging.

Interactive Shifu Orboot Earth AR Globe for kids, explore countries, cultures, wildlife, STEM learning, multilingual, and 3D wonders
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Shifu Orboot : Earth - AR Globe - Explore countries, cultures, wildlife and more

  • Interactive augmented reality experience
  • Multilingual Swedish app support
  • Explore 400+ wonders in 3D
599 SEK
Shifu Orboot World of Dinosaurs AR globe showcasing interactive learning with 3D dinosaurs, fun games, and multilingual app features
SHIFU027

Shifu Orboot : World of Dinosaurs - AR Globe - Bring your favorite dinosaurs to life

  • Swedish language support
  • 3D augmented reality dinosaurs
  • Over 400 dinosaur facts
599 SEK
Shifu Orboot Planet Mars AR Globe with interactive space travel, multilingual AR exploration, and STEM learning for kids aged 7+
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Shifu Orboot : Planet Mars - AR Globe - Space Travel in AR

  • Available in Swedish language
  • Interactive Mars exploration in AR
  • Fosters key educational skills
599 SEK

About PlayShifu

PlayShifu is a company that creates educational STEM toys and games for kids that aim to make screen time more meaningful. It was founded in 2016 by two friends and fathers who wanted to build toys to facilitate empathetic learning for young children. Their products include Orboot, an augmented reality globe; Plugo, a screen-free coding game; and Tacto, an interactive chessboard. PlayShifu has won numerous awards for its innovative educational toys. The company strives to inspire children's curiosity and create engaging play experiences that develop core STEM and life skills. With its unique physical and digital approach, PlayShifu bridges the gap between digital play and hands-on learning. The products aim to get kids learning actively and screen-free whenever possible. PlayShifu's goal is to help nurture problem-solving, critical thinking, and other vital skills in children through purposeful play.
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