Why a cybersecurity workshop matters

Cyber threats evolve quickly and target human behavior as much as technology. A workshop creates a focused moment where employees gain practical insight, test their instincts and build confidence in a safe environment. They explore scenarios shaped by AI powered attacks, social engineering and psychological manipulation, making cybersecurity tangible and relevant.

Workshops work because they bring teams together, spark conversation and help people understand their role in keeping the organization secure.

Cybersecurity awareness, behavior change and culture | Phantom'sLab

The power of entertainment:

90% of cyberattacks

Start with human behavior. Workshops help employees recognize manipulation and respond with confidence.

60% engagement increase

Hands on learning, storytelling and real time interaction keep attention high from start to finish.

70% risk reduction

Teams that participate in workshops adopt safer habits and strengthen your overall security culture.

The numbers prove it. A workshop succeeds when learning becomes enjoyable and behavior becomes instinctive.

A workshop that strengthens real world behavior

Phantom’sLab turns cybersecurity into an immersive learning experience that supports awareness, behavior change and culture.

  • Awareness: Phantom’s Game, our serious game, lets employees explore how attackers exploit trust, routine and emotion.
  • Behavior change: Interactive exercises and entertainment style e learning reinforce correct responses and strengthen habits.
  • Culture: Group discussions and collaborative challenges build shared responsibility and encourage secure decision making.

What makes our approach unique?

Phantom’sLab blends storytelling, microlearning and gamification to create workshops that feel energetic and memorable. Instead of theory, employees practice real decisions and understand the impact of their behavior.

Critical cybersecurity training topics, fully covered

AI powered attacks

Employees explore scenarios shaped by AI generated threats and learn how to respond calmly and critically.

Deepfake driven CEO fraud

Teams practice verification techniques and build awareness of new identity based risks.

Advanced phishing

Participants recognize subtle red flags and learn to respond without hesitation.

Psychological manipulation

Employees see how attackers use emotion and urgency and practice applying secure habits under pressure.

Resilience and response

Employees learn how their individual actions support incident response and reduce impact during critical moments.

Social engineering mastery

Teams understand attacker motives and practice identifying suspicious behavior in everyday situations.

Built for flexibility. Powered by our modular platform

Phantom’sLab solutions can enhance existing workshops, kick off moments and training days, or be used to create a customized workshop together with your team. Our serious game, e learning and challenges make any format more engaging and impactful.

Personalized for companies, public sector and education

Phantom’sLab adapts each workshop to your workflows, roles and risk landscape. Our solutions support single training days, larger awareness programs and year round learning. Organizations can also add keynote speakers in cybersecurity gamification and leadership to elevate their event.

What our clients say

“The game created the kind of lasting awareness that traditional training simply can’t match. Our team is now genuinely vigilant, not just compliant. What stood out most was the high level of engagement from every participant. The competitive element didn’t just make it more fun – it made it more effective.”

Visma Amili

Kevin Sheikh Workplace Experience & IT Specialist Continue reading

“The interactive approach and competitive element suddenly made cybersecurity very tangible and relevant for everyone. The game has transformed cybersecurity from an IT topic to an organization-wide responsibility. And that’s exactly what we needed.”

BAM Infra Netherlands

Christy Mohamedhoesein Cybersecurity and Machine Safety Specialist Continue reading

“At the Municipality of Meierijstad, we wanted cybersecurity to be both fun and meaningful, something that truly resonates with people. Phantom’s Game delivered exactly that. It turned abstract risks into engaging, relatable experiences that got everyone involved and talking. The balance of competition, humor, and genuine insight made the topic accessible and left a lasting impact across the entire organization.”

Municipality of Meierijstad

Kees van Rooij Cyber Mayor of the Netherlands Continue reading

“Phantom’s Game transformed our students from confident learners into genuinely aware security professionals who understand their own vulnerabilities. The game uniquely blends excitement and education. Our students didn’t just understand cyber threats — they experienced them.”

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences

Michael Drent Cybersecurity Coordinator and Lecturer Continue reading

“At Fransen Gerrits, we believe it’s important that our people know how to deal with digital risks, especially since our insurer also emphasizes this. Joris convinced me that Phantam’s Game is not a standard awareness training, but rather something that truly sticks. And I haven’t regretted it for a second. Fun and educational. A must for any organization that wants more than just a dry presentation about cybersecurity.”

Fransen Gerrits

Huub Fransen Owner Continue reading

“At Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, we wanted to kick off the academic year with something that would truly grab attention and set the tone. Phantom’s Game did exactly that, turning cybersecurity from abstract theory into an engaging, hands-on experience. It was interactive, surprising, and sparked valuable discussions among students. A powerful and memorable way to build awareness from day one.”

Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences

Ruben Julen Lecturer-Researcher in Digital Business Continue reading

“At Snowminds, we wanted to boost cybersecurity awareness within our young, international team, without it feeling like another dull training. Phantom’s Game hit the mark perfectly. Competitive, fast-paced, and full of surprises, it kept everyone engaged from start to finish. It made digital risks feel real, sparked great conversations, and turned learning about cybersecurity into a fun and truly memorable experience.”

Snowminds

Yuri Bartels Owner Continue reading

“At the University of Antwerp, we wanted students to go beyond theory and feel what cyber risk really means. Phantom’s Game offers exactly that – an immersive, realistic experience that sparks reflection, curiosity, and genuine awareness. It encourages students to think critically about their own digital behavior and vulnerabilities. It turns learning about cybersecurity into something truly memorable.”

University of Antwerp

Tim Apers Coordinator & Teaching Assistant Continue reading

“At the Municipality of Hardenberg, we wanted our colleagues to really feel what a cyberattack looks like – not just hear about it. Phantom’s Game turned out to be the perfect way to do that. Realistic, engaging, and full of surprises, it made cybersecurity tangible and sparked great conversations across departments. Fun, eye-opening, and definitely worth repeating.”

Municipality of Hardenberg

Joanne Hoogeveen Privacy Officer/Security Officer Continue reading

“At Biemans Accountants, we face digital threats like phishing and malware every day, so we needed a solution that would truly make an impact. Phantom´s Game proved to be the perfect mix of fun and realism — not just another dry training, but an engaging experience that made everyone think. It sparked meaningful discussions and built lasting awareness across our entire team.”

Biemans Accountants

Desirée van der Wielen Secretarial Employee Continue reading

“Phantom’s Game normalized cybersecurity conversations across our organization. Our team now actively protects our clients’ sensitive data through collective vigilance. The game started conversations we normally wouldn’t have, and that’s exactly where true awareness begins.”

Janssen & Janssen

Sharon Tulp Inside sales representative Continue reading

“Phantom’s Game delivered exactly what we hoped for: a stronger team, increased awareness, and lasting behavioral change. The perfect investment in both culture and security. In our view, it’s a great way to highlight the risks of cybercrime through the right balance of fun and information. Highly recommended!”

PortXchange Products B.V.

Marian Maartense HR Manager Continue reading

“Phantom’s Game showed us how quickly a simple mistake can lead to serious consequences. That realization has made our team much more proactive about security. The game reinvigorated our approach to cybersecurity training. Our team is now actively engaged, sharing knowledge, and applying security awareness in everything they do.”

Synaxion B.V.

Andre Kuijt Manager R&D Continue reading

FAQ

Phantom’sLab enhances any workshop by adding storytelling, interactive scenarios and gamified learning moments. Whether you run your own workshop or co create one with us, our solutions help participants experience real decisions, understand attacker behavior and build the secure habits needed in daily work.

Research shows gamified training increases engagement by 60% and productivity by 43%. When you add storytelling, knowledge retention skyrockets. People remember stories and experiences, not bullet points. Our game-based approach means employees don’t just complete training. They actually learn, remember, and apply what they’ve experienced.

We’re not from the cybersecurity industry. We come from entertainment. Our roots are in escape rooms, VR experiences, and serious gaming. We’ve created over 100 games for more than 1 million players. We know how to captivate people. Traditional e-learning asks, “How do we make this compliant?” We ask, “How do we make this unforgettable?” That’s the difference. Curious? Just request a demo. You will feel the difference instantly.

Absolutely. In fact, that’s exactly who needs it most. Hackers don’t target your IT department. They target your HR manager, your finance team, your receptionist. Anyone who uses email or handles data. Our solutions are designed for everyone, regardless of technical background. We make complex threats understandable and relatable. No jargon. Just real scenarios people face every day.

Faster than you think. Our game is ready to deploy, and we can customize it to your organization within weeks. You’ll receive game tickets, personalized videos, and even popcorn buckets for your team. The experience starts before the training begins. From first contact to full implementation, we handle everything. You focus on your business. We’ll make your people cyber-ready.

Meet the team redefining cybersecurity training

Phantom’sLab is an award winning CyberLab rooted in storytelling, behavioral science and game design. With more than one million users and over one hundred game based experiences, we help organizations create workshops that change the way people think about cybersecurity.

“A workshop brings cybersecurity to life. When people step into a scenario, they learn faster and remember longer.”

Joris van den Bergh, Founder & Game Architect

Joris van den Bergh - Cybersecurity Awareness | Phantom'sLab

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