The human factor is the real risk

Cybercriminals no longer rely on breaking into systems. They target people. Modern attacks use deepfakes, AI voice cloning and psychological pressure to trick even experienced professionals. Traditional training falls short because it teaches knowledge instead of instinct. Employees click through modules without changing behavior, which leaves organizations with a false sense of security.

Real security starts when people understand how attackers manipulate trust, urgency and authority. That is why awareness alone is not enough. Cybersecurity training must create ownership, build reflexes and engage employees in a way that feels real and memorable. Phantom’sLab bridges this gap with entertainment based learning that turns cybersecurity into a shared experience instead of a checklist.

Cybersecurity awareness, behavior change and culture | Phantom'sLab

The power of entertainment:

90% of cyberattacks

Start with human behavior. Attackers focus on people long before they try to breach technology.

60% engagement increase

Gamified, story driven learning keeps employees involved, curious and motivated.

70% risk reduction

When awareness grows into behavior and culture, measurable incidents drop across organizations.

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

Training that goes beyond knowledge

Most cybersecurity programs stop at awareness. Phantom’sLab goes further by turning learning into an interactive, cinematic experience. Employees feel the pressure, make decisions and build instincts that stick.

  • Awareness: The training begins with a serious game where employees step into the shoes of a hacker and hack their own company, preparing them to respond to real-world cyber threats.
  • Behavior change: Through gamified training modules, we reinforce essential security principles, turning knowledge into instinctive, automatic reactions.
  • Culture: By continuously engaging employees through challenges and campaigns, our training ensures cybersecurity becomes an ingrained part of your organization’s culture, driving long-term behavioral change.

What makes our training different?

This approach turns passive participants into active defenders. Employees build lasting habits by learning to pause, verify and respond under pressure. When training feels like entertainment, knowledge turns into instinctive behavior.

Critical cybersecurity training topics, fully covered

AI powered attacks

Participants learn to identify AI generated phishing, synthetic voices and automated threats through realistic, short form challenges that strengthen recognition skills.

Deepfake driven CEO fraud

Training demonstrates how convincing digital impersonation can be and teaches clear verification habits that prevent employees from falling for fake authority.

Advanced phishing

Learners practice identifying subtle red flags in highly personalized messages and build the instinct to pause and validate before taking action.

Psychological manipulation

Employees discover how attackers use urgency, trust and pressure to influence decisions. Understanding these patterns helps them stay alert under stress.

Resilience and response

The experience teaches participants to escalate early, communicate clearly and act confidently when something feels off.

Social engineering mastery

Teams learn to challenge suspicious requests and recognize manipulation tactics instantly, creating stronger defenses against evolving threats.

Personalized for your organization

Phantom’sLab adapts every cybersecurity training to your real world environment. Scenarios reflect your industry, your risks and your roles. Deepfake leadership messages, organization specific storytelling and tailored challenges create recognition and relevance.

When employees see themselves in the experience, the lessons resonate deeper and the impact lasts longer. This is how training moves from awareness to true behavior change. 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

The training follows a three layer learning journey. First, employees enter an immersive awareness game that sparks curiosity and motivation. Next, microlearning and gamified modules reinforce knowledge and convert it into daily habit. Finally, team based activities and culture driven experiences keep cybersecurity top of mind across the organization. The result is lasting behavior change that is measurable and consistent.

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 awareness

Phantom’sLab is an award winning CyberLab with roots in entertainment and more than one hundred successful game projects. With over one million players worldwide, we know how to capture attention and turn it into action. Our team blends storytelling, behavioral science and cybersecurity expertise to create learning experiences that feel cinematic, interactive and unforgettable.

“In cybersecurity, awareness is only the beginning. Culture is where real resilience is built.”

Joris van den Bergh, Founder & Game Architect

Joris van den Bergh - Cybersecurity Awareness | Phantom'sLab

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