All Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia & How They Work

Mastering Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects: A Comprehensive Guide

Unlocking the secrets of Phasmophobia often hinges on effectively utilizing all available tools, including the infamous Cursed Objects. These potent items, however, come with significant risks. This guide details the mechanics and optimal usage of each Cursed Object.

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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 mode and settings. Activation requires locating and interacting with them within the location.

Unlike standard in-van equipment, Cursed Objects offer gameplay advantages ("cheats") at a cost. Benefits like pinpointing the ghost's preferred room or boosting your team are offset by drawbacks such as rapid sanity loss, temporary blindness, or unexpected "cursed" hunt encounters. Strategic use is crucial; sometimes, avoiding them is the wiser choice. Note that Cursed Objects won't appear at all difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.

How Cursed Objects Function in Phasmophobia

Currently, seven Cursed Objects exist in Phasmophobia, each with unique abilities and debilitating effects. A common consequence is substantial sanity depletion for the user. Proximity to the user increases the likelihood of a "cursed hunt" immediately following activation.

Cursed Hunts mirror regular hunts but disregard sanity levels and can occur even after a recent hunt. Their extended duration (20 seconds longer) presents increased challenges in escape or concealment, particularly at higher difficulty settings.

The following table details each Cursed Object and its mechanics. This list will be updated with future additions.

Cursed Object	Ability
Tarot Cards	Ten randomized cards offering buffs, debuffs, or increased ghost activity. The "Death" card, for instance, can trigger a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board	Facilitates direct communication with the ghost. Questions like "Hide and Seek" can initiate a Cursed Hunt. Shattering the board also triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Haunted Mirror	Reveals the ghost's preferred 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 via pins. Pushing the heart pin triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Monkey Paw	Grants wishes influencing the ghost or environment. Certain wishes can severely hinder the player.

Top Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia

Some Cursed Objects offer greater benefits with reduced risk. Availability depends on game mode and difficulty.

Haunted Mirror

The Haunted Mirror is the safest option, providing significant advantages with minimal risk. It reveals the ghost's favored room, expediting evidence gathering. However, prolonged use lowers sanity and shattering it triggers a Cursed Hunt.

Ouija Board

A reliable choice, the Ouija Board helps pinpoint the ghost's location and, if aiming for a "Perfect Investigation," reveals the bone's location.

Voodoo Doll

Useful for triggering ghost interactions for evidence gathering, but avoid the heart pin to prevent a Cursed Hunt.

This concludes our guide to Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects. Remember to consult The Escapist for the latest game updates and news.

Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.