Social engineering is the biggest threat in today’s cyber landscape. Attackers rely on psychological manipulation to influence decisions, create urgency and exploit trust. Phantom’sLab is built around this reality. Our solutions use storytelling, behavioral science, microlearning and game design to help people recognize manipulation and respond with confidence.
More than ninety percent of cyber incidents begin with social engineering. Attackers do not need technical exploits. They use human behavior. They gather information from public sources, spoof identities, create convincing narratives and apply emotional pressure to push people into harmful actions. Understanding these tactics is essential because social engineering shapes almost every modern attack.
Phantom’sLab solutions give employees realistic experiences that make manipulation visible. People learn to question unexpected requests, verify identities and stay calm under pressure.
The numbers prove it. Game based solutions turn passive learning into engaging experiences that help people recognize manipulation, understand attacker motives and take safer actions.
Your employees dive into the world of cybersecurity through a serious game.
Social engineering becomes clear when people experience how attackers influence emotion, build credibility and create urgency to bypass rational decision making. Phantom’sLab solutions simulate these tactics in safe, realistic scenarios, helping participants see through manipulation and understand how small cues reveal attacker intent.
Phantom’sLab blends storytelling, behavioral science and gamification to make social engineering tangible. People learn through experience rather than theory, building instincts and resilience that traditional checkbox training cannot achieve.
Phantom’sLab solutions make social engineering tangible across learning formats. Serious gaming, e learning and interactive challenges can be used independently or combined into one cohesive learning journey. Each module reinforces how attackers gather information, build credibility and exploit emotion to gain access.
Every organization faces different forms of social engineering. Phantom’sLab adapts scenarios to your workflows, roles and threat landscape. Our solutions support onboarding, campaigns, training days and year round development.
Organizations can also invite our keynote speakers specializing in cybersecurity gamification and human behavior to elevate their learning initiatives.
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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.”
Phantom’sLab immerses people in realistic scenarios where manipulation unfolds in real time. Through serious gaming, microlearning and interactive challenges, employees practice recognizing pressure, verifying information and making safer decisions. This creates instincts that traditional training cannot build.
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.
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 strengthen their human defense against modern manipulation.
–Joris van den Bergh, Founder & Game Architect
Give people the experience they need to recognize and resist social engineering. Join 500 plus organizations bringing cybersecurity to life with Phantom’sLab.
