Projects

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Our work moves between digital, physical, and hybrid spaces – but always holds weight.

Every project reflects our belief that play can be powerful – and that smart, inclusive design is non-negotiable.

Heft x Yoto

Yoto is the award-winning audio platform that gives kids control — no screens, no ads, just smart sound.

With a library of 1,200+ titles spanning stories, music and educational content from partners like Disney, Penguin Random House and Universal Music, Yoto empowers children to listen, learn and play independently.

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Concept

Narrative

“I’m so proud of the team behind Spy Club. It’s breaking new ground as to what’s possible with audio”

Ben Drury, CEO
Yoto

Yoto
Playdate

June 2025

Why it’s HEFT-y

This isn’t passive listening, it's engaging storytelling — designed to empower young listeners with agency, humour, and a serious dose of spycraft.

Part story, part game, Spy Club: Bring Back Boyd invites listeners to guide the action – making choices, uncovering clues, and racing to save their favourite teacher before it’s too late.

  • Yoto’s first fully interactive, replayable audio mystery

  • Branched story paths with multiple outcomes

  • Physical detective pack, super-charging play on the Yoto device.

  • Cinematic sound design with full voice cast and spy-worthy suspense.

  • Designed to spark imagination, critical thinking and pure playground fun

Play Design

Sound Design

Art

Production

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