Uncover the Secrets of Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia

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 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 provide game-altering effects, each with a drawback. Benefits like instantly pinpointing the ghost's favorite room or boosting your team's capabilities are offset by negative consequences. These can include 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 spawn at all difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.

How Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia

Phasmophobia currently features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and debilitating side effects. A common effect is a substantial sanity reduction for the user. Proximity to the user when activating a Cursed Object increases the likelihood of a "cursed hunt."

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

The following table details each Cursed Object's function:

Cursed Object	Ability
Tarot Cards	Ten randomly generated cards offering buffs, debuffs, or increased ghost activity. The "Death" card, for example, can trigger a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board	Allows direct communication with the ghost. Questions like "Hide and Seek" can trigger Cursed Hunts, as can shattering the board.
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 can severely hinder the player.

Best Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia

Certain Cursed Objects offer better risk-reward profiles. Availability depends on game mode and difficulty.

Haunted Mirror

The Haunted Mirror is the safest and most beneficial Cursed Object. It reveals the ghost's location, significantly aiding investigation efficiency. However, prolonged use lowers sanity and shattering it initiates a Cursed Hunt.

Ouija Board

A reliable option, the Ouija Board helps locate the ghost and the bone, crucial for "Perfect Investigation" bonuses. Careful questioning is needed to avoid triggering a Cursed Hunt.

Voodoo Doll

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

This concludes our guide to Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects. Remember to consult The Escapist for further Phasmophobia updates and guides.

Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.