The human factor matters most

People are the primary target in almost every cyberattack. Hackers bypass systems and focus on human behavior, exploiting trust, urgency and emotion. Classic e-learning modules cannot prepare employees for this level of manipulation. They provide knowledge, but not instinct.

Employees scroll, click and forget. And forgetting is exactly what attackers count on. The only way to build real resilience is through cybersecurity learning that activates, involves and transforms. Experiential learning taps into emotion, storytelling and pressure, helping employees recognize manipulation and respond with confidence.

Cybersecurity awareness, behavior change and culture | Phantom'sLab

The power of entertainment:

90% of cyberattacks

Start with people, not technology. Attackers rely on human behavior long before they try to breach systems. Effective training must focus on the person behind the screen.

60% engagement increase

Gamified, story-driven formats keep people motivated, curious and involved. When learning feels like entertainment, attention becomes action.

70% risk reduction

Organizations that shift from awareness to behavior and culture experience fewer security incidents. Learning that sticks turns risk into resilience.

The numbers prove it: gamified learning turns attention into action. Give your team cybersecurity learning that is fun, engaging, and built to create real, lasting behavior change.

Why our cybersecurity learning is different

Phantom’sLab transforms cybersecurity learning into an immersive, gamified journey. Instead of passive slides, employees step into a narrative-driven experience where they solve challenges, make decisions and feel the pressure of real situations. This approach shapes instinct, not memorization.

One powerful experience that sticks

Traditional training teaches information. We teach reaction. We teach people to think critically under pressure and recognize manipulation tactics instantly. Our method integrates awareness, behavior change and culture into one powerful experience built to stick. This is how cybersecurity learning becomes part of who your team is.

Critical learning topics

AI-powered attacks

Participants learn to identify synthetic content, AI-written phishing and artificially generated voices through short, realistic challenges. They practice slowing down and verifying when something feels suspicious.

CEO fraud and deepfakes

We show how convincing digital impersonation can be. Learners build new verification habits to avoid urgent requests that seem authentic but are not.

Advanced phishing

Modern phishing is personal and subtle. Through practice-based learning, employees build the habit to pause, validate and spot manipulation before they act.

Psychology and manipulation

Attackers use authority, empathy and stress to influence behavior. Employees learn how these tactics work and how to break the pattern.

Resilience and response

Cybersecurity learning is not only about prevention. It is about giving employees the reflex to escalate early, communicate clearly and support colleagues when things feel off.

Social engineering mastery

All skills come together to prepare employees for today’s real threats. Participants build confidence, awareness and readiness to act.

Built for your organization

Every experience is personalized to your world. Your industry, your risks and your workflows define the scenarios. We even use deepfake simulations of your leadership for maximum authenticity. When cybersecurity learning reflects your reality, employees understand faster, remember longer and act more confidently. That is the Phantom’sLab promise.

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

Our method places employees inside immersive, gamified scenarios that reflect real cyber threats. We measure how people react under pressure instead of what they remember from a slide deck. Decisions, instincts and awareness become the foundation for real world security.

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 learning

We are Phantom’sLab, gold medal winners of the Serious Play Awards 2025. With more than one million players and over one hundred game scenarios, we transform attention into action. We combine entertainment, behavioral science and cybersecurity knowledge to deliver learning that sticks.

“People do not engage with information. They engage with story, tension and experience. That is why our cybersecurity learning works.

Joris van den Bergh, Founder & Game Architect

Joris van den Bergh - Cybersecurity Awareness | Phantom'sLab

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