The Smurfs get a Neurodiverse Makeover
SKIDOS, a leading platform for gamified and inclusive learning for children, announces a partnership with The Peyo Company, global licensor of the iconic The Smurfs franchise, to create a unique, interactive learning experience that combines beloved characters with evidence-based educational design.
SKIDOS is collaborating with The Peyo Company to introduce a new series of educational mini-games featuring The Smurfs. These mini-games will be integrated into SKIDOS’ existing collection of learning games and will focus on providing children with a fun and engaging learning experience, helping them develop essential skills through immersive play within the familiar and values-driven world of the Smurfs.
What sets this partnership apart is its strong focus on inclusivity. All Smurfs-themed games will be built with neurodiversity-friendly mechanics, ensuring that children with ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences can engage with content that’s supportive, accessible, and effective. SKIDOS is also enhancing the platform’s accessibility features, including voice-over support, intuitive navigation, and optimized color contrast, to align with modern inclusivity guidelines.
“At SKIDOS, we’re reimagining what digital education can look like, fun, personalized, and deeply inclusive,” said Aditya Prakash, Founder and CEO of SKIDOS. “Partnering with The Peyo Company allows us to bring the joy and familiarity of The Smurfs into an educational context that supports every child’s unique learning journey. This is equally about entertainment and reshaping access to high-quality learning content on a global scale.”
“Education is one of the pillars of The Smurfs’ brand DNA. We are delighted to see our little blue characters inspire learning in such an innovative and inclusive way,” said Fabienne Gilles, CCO Consumer Products and Family Entertainment Experiences of the Peyo Company. “Working with SKIDOS means we can align our storytelling legacy with their cutting-edge educational platform to offer children a powerful combination of Smurf-fun and intellectual growth.”
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to redefining how children interact with digital education, blending entertainment, adaptive learning, and universal design into one inclusive platform.
Here’s the link to the games- https://apps.apple.com/us/app/smurfs-playhouse-by-skidos/id6746158668
