Mastering Voodoo Doll Tactics in Phasmophobia

To identify and track the deadliest ghosts in Phasmophobia, players often turn to high-risk items like Cursed Possessions. The Voodoo Doll is one such tool—here’s how to obtain and use it effectively.

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Using the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia

The Voodoo Doll stands out as one of the safer Cursed Possessions in Phasmophobia, offering a strong balance of risk and reward. Despite recent updates altering some of its advantages, it remains a top choice for ghost hunters.

The Voodoo Doll’s primary function is to provoke ghosts into revealing evidence-related behaviors. By inserting pins one at a time, players can force a ghost to display signs like EMF5 readings or Ultraviolet prints, making it ideal for challenging or elusive spirits.

With 10 pins available to trigger ghost actions, caution is key. Each pin inserted drains 5% of the user’s sanity, meaning full use of the doll could reduce sanity by up to 50%, significantly increasing the risk of ghost hunts.

The greatest danger lies in the heart pin. Since pin selection is random, hitting the heart pin deducts 10% sanity and triggers an immediate Cursed Hunt, where the ghost spawns nearby and pursues for 20 seconds longer than a standard hunt.

Despite its risks, the Voodoo Doll’s ability to yield critical evidence can make it a game-changer, provided players are well-prepared.

Understanding Cursed Possessions in Phasmophobia

Cursed Possessions, often called “Cursed Objects,” are unique items in Phasmophobia that spawn randomly across maps, influenced by difficulty settings or Challenge Mode.

Unlike standard equipment, which safely gathers ghost evidence, Cursed Possessions offer shortcuts to manipulate ghost behavior but come with heightened risks to the player.

Some Cursed Possessions are less hazardous than others, depending on their effects. Players or teams can choose whether to use them, with no penalty for opting out. Only one Cursed Possession spawns per contract, unless customized.

The game features seven distinct Cursed Possessions, including:

• Haunted Mirror
• Voodoo Doll
• Music Box
• Tarot Cards
• Ouija Board
• Monkey Paw
• Summoning Circle

That wraps up how to use the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia. Visit The Escapist for the latest guides and updates, including how to unlock all achievements and trophies in Phasmophobia.