Cursed Objects: Unlocking Secrets in 'Phasmophobia'

Mastering Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects: A Comprehensive Guide

Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects add a thrilling layer of risk and reward to ghost hunting. This guide details how each Cursed Object functions, their potential drawbacks, and which ones offer the best strategic advantage.

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What are Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia?

Cursed Objects (also known as "Cursed Possessions") are randomly generated items in Phasmophobia, appearing on various maps depending on game settings and difficulty. Activating them provides powerful, albeit risky, advantages during investigations.

Unlike standard equipment, Cursed Objects offer "cheats," but with significant downsides. These might include rapid sanity loss, temporary blindness, or triggering a "cursed hunt." Strategic use is crucial; sometimes, leaving them untouched is the wiser choice. Note that Cursed Objects don't appear at all difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.

How Cursed Objects Function in Phasmophobia

Phasmophobia currently features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and debilitating effects. A common consequence is substantial sanity reduction for the user. Proximity to the user during activation significantly increases the chance of a "cursed hunt."

Cursed hunts are identical to regular hunts but ignore sanity levels and can occur immediately after a previous hunt, lasting 20 seconds longer. This makes escape more challenging, especially at higher difficulty levels.

The following table details each Cursed Object's function:

Cursed Object	Ability
Tarot Cards	Ten random cards offering buffs, debuffs, or increased ghost activity. The "Death" card triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board	Direct communication with the ghost. Specific questions ("Hide and Seek") or shattering the board trigger Cursed Hunts.
Haunted Mirror	Reveals the ghost's favorite room. Shattering the mirror triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Music Box	Reveals the ghost's location via a special event. Prolonged use triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Summoning Circle	Summons and traps the ghost. Always triggers a Cursed Hunt unless a Tier 3 Crucifix is present.
Voodoo Doll	Forces ghost interactions by pressing pins. Pressing the heart pin triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Monkey Paw	Grants wishes influencing the ghost or environment. Some wishes severely impair or trap the player.

Top Cursed Objects for Ghost Hunting

The optimal Cursed Object depends on game mode and difficulty. However, some consistently offer higher reward-to-risk ratios:

Haunted Mirror

The Haunted Mirror is the safest option, quickly revealing the ghost's location. This allows for efficient equipment placement and evidence gathering. Limit usage to avoid sanity loss and triggering a Cursed Hunt.

Ouija Board

The Ouija Board offers reliable location information and can pinpoint the bone's location for a "Perfect Investigation." Careful questioning is key to avoid triggering a Cursed Hunt.

Voodoo Doll

The Voodoo Doll is useful for triggering ghost interactions, aiding evidence collection. Avoid the heart pin to prevent a Cursed Hunt.

This concludes our guide to Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects. Check The Escapist for more Phasmophobia guides and news.

Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.