Osmo

Osmo develops educational games that connect physical tabletop play with digital experiences. Its systems combine tablet apps, a reflective camera attachment and tangible pieces such as blocks, letter tiles, number cards and drawing tools. Children manipulate these objects in front of a tablet while the software interprets their actions and responds within the game.

The product range spans early literacy, arithmetic, coding, drawing, spatial reasoning and creative problem solving. Activities include constructing letters, arranging sequences, solving physical puzzles and exploring mathematical concepts through play. The system supports Apple iPad and Amazon Fire devices, bringing software and purpose-designed physical materials together in a shared learning experience.

Learning through physical interaction

Osmo designs experiences for families and classrooms, with products serving preschool and elementary-age learners. Its kits pair physical materials with activities suited to different learning stages, from introductory phonics and shape exploration to collaborative coding challenges and business simulations. Classroom packs extend the same approach to educational settings.

The games use physical input in several ways: a drawing can influence an on-screen activity, arranged blocks can express a sequence of commands, and tangible pieces can become part of a puzzle. This approach makes tabletop actions central to the interaction, with the tablet supplying feedback, animation and game progression.

Company history and return

The Osmo business began in 2013 under Tangible Play, Inc. BYJU’S acquired that company in 2019, during a period of product expansion and branded collaborations. Tangible Play ceased operations in April 2025 amid bankruptcy proceedings.

Former Osmo employees subsequently formed Play Osmo Inc., which purchased the brand’s intellectual property, patents and other core assets in November 2025. The independent company reopened the online store in 2026 and resumed brand operations. Its relaunch included restoring software maintenance and customer support, updating compatibility for legacy hardware and returning core starter kits and apps to market. The current operator continues the Osmo brand’s focus on combining hands-on learning with interactive software.