Disrupt Networks, Dodge Cyberattacks
The most exciting way to learn cybersecurity and computer networking concepts without any computers in just 1 hour.
Enter The Spudnet: A Cybersecurity Game
Regular price
S$ 69
2 to 6 players | Ages 9 and up | 30 to 120 minutes
A strategic point-to-point movement board game that covers (almost) everything about cybersecurity and how the internet works in just 60 minutes. With both a competitive and cooperative game mode, players can choose to compete to be the first or rally against the bots and ensure everyone survives.
Relevant for all backgrounds
Accelerates learning of Cybersecurity and Networking
Includes Competitive and Co-operative Gameplay
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Why Cybersecurity?
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1 in 3 people are victims
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Caused $9.5 trillion in damages in 2024
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95% caused by human error
A gamified cybersecurity experience that combines strategic gameplay with real-world learning.
What's in The Box
A security awareness briefing turned into an engaging, hilarious board game.
How To Play Competitive Mode
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Step 1
Choose your color & place your ships
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Step 2
Travel around the map & collect your potato crew
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Step 3
Play cards like wormhole or backdoor to travel around faster
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Step 4
Others may use cards like firewall to prevent you from travelling certain paths
Launch Attacks and Defend Against Threats in this potato-fueled real-world simulation
How To Play Co-operative Mode
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Place Phase
Roll dice and place bot warehouses
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Action Phase
Move your ships around to fulfil player orders or get rid of pesky bot ships and bot warehouse
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Infect Phase
Move bot ships 1 node towards the nearest player's warehouse and repeat from Place Phase
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Win
Fulfill all player orders before the bots takeover!
A carefully engineered educational tool, designed by educators and game designers to blend cognitive learning with engaging narrative play.
Packed with cybersecurity concepts
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Threats & Malware
Leeching
Ransomware
Denial of Service
Bloatware
Honeypot
Man-in-the-Middle
Trojan
Backdoor
Worm
Rootkit
Security Patch -
Network infrastructure
Firewall
Intranet
Reformat
Proxy
Stacking
Cloning
IP Addresses
Client-Server Interaction
Command & Control
Botnet -
Data Transmission
Network Nodes
Rerouting
Priority Packet
Timeout
403 Forbidden
301 Redirect
502 Bad Gateway
Transmission Boost
Propagation Delay
Tunneling
Static Route
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CARD TRANSLATIONS
Print & Play version available in 7 languages courtesy of our loyal fans and contributors. Leave a note in your order or get in touch after you've made a purchase and we'll send the translations.
NOTE: If you spot a mistake or wish to contribute a translation, email us at ahoy@potatopirates.game
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Playing "Enter The Spudnet" teaches children key cybersecurity concepts, including network security, data encryption, and malware recognition. The game also promotes strategic thinking, problem-solving, and understanding the importance of protecting personal and sensitive information online.
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Absolutely! We are pleased to offer worldwide shipping. Whether you're shopping from North America, Europe, Asia, or anywhere else, you can enjoy our products. Please note that shipping times may vary depending on your location.
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We offer a 60-day money-back guarantee on all our products to ensure your complete satisfaction. If you decide to return an item within 60 days of purchase, please include an unboxing video with your return request. This video helps us understand your concerns and ensures that the product is in its original condition. Simply follow the return process outlined on our website, and include your unboxing video to qualify for a full refund.