Mastering Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects: A Comprehensive Guide
This guide explores the intricacies of Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia, detailing their mechanics, risks, and optimal usage strategies. These unique items, randomly spawned across maps (depending on game mode and settings), offer powerful advantages but come with significant drawbacks.
What are Cursed Objects? | How Cursed Objects Function | Top Cursed Objects | Haunted Mirror | Ouija Board | Voodoo Doll
Cursed Objects (or "Cursed Possessions") are special items in Phasmophobia. Their activation provides strategic advantages, such as pinpointing the ghost's room or boosting your team, but always at a cost. These "cheats" introduce significant risks, including substantial sanity loss, temporary blindness, and the triggering of perilous "Cursed Hunts." Cursed Hunts are identical to regular hunts but disregard your sanity level, last 20 seconds longer, and can occur even immediately after a regular hunt. Note that Cursed Objects don't appear at all difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.
Phasmophobia currently features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and detrimental effects. A common consequence is a dramatic sanity decrease for the user, often triggering a Cursed Hunt, especially for nearby players.
The following table summarizes each Cursed Object's functionality:
| Cursed Object | Ability |
|---|---|
| Tarot Cards | Ten cards offering varied buffs, debuffs, or increased ghost activity. "Death" can initiate a Cursed Hunt. |
| Ouija Board | Direct communication with the ghost. Certain questions ("Hide and Seek") or shattering the board triggers a Cursed Hunt. |
| Haunted Mirror | Reveals the ghost's favored 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. Some wishes severely hinder the player. |
The optimal Cursed Object depends on the situation and your risk tolerance. Availability varies based on game mode and difficulty.
The Haunted Mirror offers the best risk-reward ratio. It quickly reveals the ghost's location, aiding efficient evidence gathering. However, prolonged use reduces sanity and shattering it triggers a Cursed Hunt.
A reliable option, the Ouija Board directly identifies the ghost's location and, crucially, the bone's location for "Perfect Investigation" bonuses. Careful questioning is key to avoid triggering a Cursed Hunt.
Useful for triggering ghost interactions, especially when evidence gathering is slow. Avoid the heart pin to prevent a Cursed Hunt.
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects. Strategic use of these items can significantly enhance your gameplay, but always remember the inherent risks. Consult The Escapist for further Phasmophobia updates and guides.
Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
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