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When it comes to identifying ghosts in *Phasmophobia*, utilizing all available tools, including the infamous Cursed Objects, is crucial. These items offer powerful abilities but come with significant risks, so understanding how they function is essential for any player.
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- What Is a Cursed Object in Phasmophobia?
- How All Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia
- Best Cursed Objects to Use in Phasmophobia
What Is a Cursed Object in Phasmophobia?
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Cursed Objects, officially known as "Cursed Possessions," are unique items in Phasmophobia that randomly spawn on each map, depending on the game mode and settings. To utilize them, you must locate where they appear and activate them while on the premises. Unlike the equipment provided in the van, which is designed to aid your investigation, Cursed Objects offer shortcuts but with a catch.
Activating a Cursed Object can help you quickly locate the ghost's favorite room or buff your team, but it often results in severe drawbacks such as rapid sanity loss, temporary blindness, or triggering a "cursed" hunt. It's wise to use them strategically or sometimes avoid them altogether, especially as they do not spawn at certain difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.
How All Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia
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There are seven different Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia, each with unique abilities and side effects. A common effect among them is a significant reduction in the user's sanity. When playing in a group, it's advisable to keep a distance from the player using the Cursed Object, as it increases the chance of triggering a "cursed hunt" immediately after. These hunts ignore your current sanity level and last 20 seconds longer than regular hunts, making evasion more challenging.
Here's a detailed look at each Cursed Object and their effects:
| Cursed Object | Ability |
|---|---|
| Tarot Cards | 10 randomly generated cards that each grant a certain buff, debuff, or elicit more ghost activity. **Certain cards such as "Death" can trigger a Cursed Hunt. |
| Ouija Board | Allows the player to directly communicate with the ghost by asking appropriate questions (e.g., "Where are you?", "Where is the bone?", "What is my sanity?"). **Specific Ouija Board Questions such as "Hide and Seek" can trigger a Cursed Hunt. **If the Ouija Board shatters after use, a Cursed Hunt will start. |
| Haunted Mirror | Allows the player to see the ghost's current favorite room/area by looking into the mirror. **If the player looks at the mirror until it shatters, a Cursed Hunt will start. |
| Music Box | Reveals the ghost's current location by forcing it to appear in a special event when the music box is played. **If the player uses the Music Box too long, a Cursed Hunt will start. |
| Summoning Circle | Allows the player to summon and trap the ghost inside the circle by lighting the candles around it. **Doing this will always trigger a Cursed Hunt afterward unless a Tier 3 Crucifix is placed on the circle. |
| Voodoo Doll | Allows the player to force ghost interactions by pressing each of the 10 pins inside the doll. **If the pin inside the doll's heart is pushed in, a Cursed Hunt will start. |
| Monkey Paw | Allows the player to ask for a certain amount of wishes (depending on difficulty) that can influence the ghost and/or the environment. **Certain Monkey Paw Wishes can severely impair or trap the player for extended periods, so choose wisely. |
Best Cursed Objects to Use in Phasmophobia
The best Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia are those that pose less risk while offering significant benefits. Their availability depends on your chosen game mode or difficulty settings.
Haunted Mirror
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The Haunted Mirror is the safest Cursed Object to use and provides the most benefit with minimal risk. It reveals the ghost's favorite room/area, helping you quickly set up equipment for evidence gathering. On larger maps, it's invaluable for locating the ghost. Use it briefly to avoid significant sanity loss, and remember, if the mirror shatters, it triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board
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As the first Cursed Object introduced, the Ouija Board remains reliable. It can directly reveal the ghost's location and the bone's spawn point, aiding in achieving the "Perfect Investigation" bonus. Be cautious, as specific questions or the board shattering can trigger a Cursed Hunt.
Voodoo Doll
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The Voodoo Doll is useful for forcing ghost interactions needed for evidence. Each pin inserted prompts an interaction, but be careful not to insert the pin into the doll's heart, which triggers a Cursed Hunt.
This comprehensive guide covers how all Cursed Objects work in Phasmophobia. For the latest guides and news on the game, including the Phasmophobia 2025 Roadmap & Preview, be sure to check out The Escapist.
Phasmophobia is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
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