Mastering Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects: A Comprehensive Guide
Phasmophobia's infamous Cursed Objects offer powerful advantages but come with significant risks. This guide details how each Cursed Object functions and which ones offer the best risk-reward ratio.
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What are Cursed Objects? | How Cursed Objects Work | Best Cursed Objects | Haunted Mirror | Ouija Board | Voodoo Doll
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. Activating them provides gameplay advantages, but always at a cost. Unlike standard equipment, these items offer "cheats" with potentially debilitating consequences.
Using a Cursed Object might reveal the ghost's location or enhance your team's capabilities, but expect trade-offs like significant sanity loss, temporary blindness, or unexpected Cursed Hunts. Strategic use is crucial; sometimes, leaving them untouched is the wiser choice. Note that Cursed Objects won't appear at all difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.
How All Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia
Phasmophobia currently features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and drawbacks. A common effect is a substantial sanity decrease for the user. Proximity to the user increases the risk of a Cursed Hunt for the entire team.
Cursed Hunts are similar 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 functionality:
| Cursed Object | Ability |
|---|---|
| Tarot Cards | Ten cards with random buffs, debuffs, or increased ghost activity. The "Death" card triggers a Cursed Hunt. |
| Ouija Board | Communicate directly with the ghost. Questions like "Hide and Seek" or shattering the board trigger a Cursed Hunt. |
| 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 pushing pins. Pushing the heart pin triggers a Cursed Hunt. |
| Monkey Paw | Grants wishes affecting the ghost or environment. Some wishes severely hinder the player. |
Best Cursed Objects to Use in Phasmophobia
The optimal Cursed Objects depend on game mode and difficulty. However, some offer better risk-reward profiles:
Haunted Mirror
The safest option, revealing the ghost's location quickly and efficiently. Limit usage to avoid sanity loss and triggering a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board
A reliable tool for locating the ghost and the bone, aiding in achieving "Perfect Investigation" bonuses.
Voodoo Doll
Useful for triggering ghost interactions when evidence gathering is slow. Avoid the heart pin to prevent a Cursed Hunt.
This guide covers all current Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia. Check The Escapist for updates and further Phasmophobia content.
Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
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