All Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia & How They Work

Mastering Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects: A Comprehensive Guide

Phasmophobia players seeking to identify ghosts effectively should leverage all available tools, including the infamous Cursed Objects. However, each object presents a risk. This guide details the function and consequences of each Cursed Object.

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What Are Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia?

Cursed Objects (also known as "Cursed Possessions") are unique, randomly generated items in Phasmophobia, appearing on various maps based on game mode and settings. Activation requires locating and interacting with them within the location.

Unlike the standard equipment, Cursed Objects offer advantages ("cheats") with corresponding drawbacks. Locating the ghost's favored area or boosting your team always comes at a cost – rapid sanity loss, temporary blindness, or unexpected "cursed" hunts.

Strategic use is crucial; sometimes, avoiding them is the better option. Note that Cursed Objects don't appear at all difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.

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How Cursed Objects Function in Phasmophobia

Phasmophobia currently features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and negative effects.

A common consequence is significant sanity reduction for the user. In groups, proximity to the user increases the likelihood of an immediate "cursed hunt."

Cursed hunts mirror regular hunts but disregard sanity levels, even immediately following a standard hunt. Their extended duration (20 seconds longer) presents increased challenges, especially at higher difficulty levels.

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

Cursed Object	Ability
Tarot Cards	Ten random cards offering buffs, debuffs, or increased ghost activity. The "Death" card can trigger a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board	Direct communication with the ghost. Questions like "Hide and Seek" or shattering the board initiate 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 by pushing pins. Pushing the heart pin triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Monkey Paw	Grants wishes affecting the ghost or environment. Some wishes severely impair or trap the player.

Optimal Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia

Certain Cursed Objects offer greater benefits with lower risks. 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, aiding in efficient evidence gathering. However, prolonged use lowers sanity and shattering it triggers a Cursed Hunt.

Ouija Board

A reliable option, the Ouija Board reveals the ghost's location and bone location (useful for "Perfect Investigation" bonuses).

Voodoo Doll

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

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

Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.