Cursed Artifacts in Phasmophobia Unveiled
Mastering Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects: A Comprehensive Guide
Unlocking the secrets of Phasmophobia often involves utilizing every tool at your disposal, including the infamous Cursed Objects. While these items offer powerful advantages, they come with significant risks. This guide details the mechanics of each Cursed Object and strategies for their effective (and safe) use.
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What are Cursed Objects? | How Cursed Objects Work | Best Cursed Objects to Use | Haunted Mirror | Ouija Board | Voodoo Doll
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. Activating them within the location provides gameplay advantages, but always at a cost. Unlike standard equipment, Cursed Objects offer "cheats," each with a potentially debilitating drawback. These drawbacks can range from rapid sanity loss and temporary blindness to triggering perilous "cursed hunts." Strategic use is crucial; sometimes, leaving them untouched is the wiser choice. Note that Cursed Objects won't appear at all difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.
How All Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia
Phasmophobia currently features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and negative consequences. A common effect is a substantial sanity drain for the user. Proximity to the user during activation significantly increases the chance of a "cursed hunt." These hunts are identical to regular hunts but ignore sanity levels and last 20 seconds longer, making escape more challenging.
The following table details each Cursed Object's function and effects:
| Cursed Object | Ability |
|---|---|
| Tarot Cards | Ten cards with random buffs, debuffs, or increased ghost activity. "Death" can trigger a cursed hunt. |
| Ouija Board | Direct communication with the ghost. Specific questions ("Hide and Seek") or shattering the board triggers a cursed hunt. |
| 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 via pins. Pushing the heart pin triggers a cursed hunt. |
| Monkey Paw | Grants wishes influencing the ghost or environment. Certain wishes can severely hinder the player. |
Best Cursed Objects to Use in Phasmophobia
The optimal Cursed Objects depend on game mode and difficulty. However, some offer higher reward-to-risk ratios:
Haunted Mirror:
The safest option, revealing the ghost's favorite room. Use briefly to minimize sanity loss and avoid shattering it.
Ouija Board:
Reliable for locating the ghost and the bone, aiding in "Perfect Investigation" achievements.
Voodoo Doll:
Useful for triggering ghost interactions for evidence gathering. Avoid the heart pin to prevent a cursed hunt.
This guide covers all current Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia. Stay tuned for updates as new objects are added.
Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
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