All Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia & How They Work

Mastering Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects: A Comprehensive Guide

This guide explores the mechanics and effectiveness of Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia, helping you leverage their power while mitigating risks. We'll cover how each 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 equipment, Cursed Objects offer advantageous "cheats" but with significant drawbacks. Benefits like pinpointing the ghost's favorite room or boosting your team's capabilities are offset by penalties such as 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.

How Cursed Objects Function

Phasmophobia currently features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and debilitating effects. A common consequence is substantial sanity depletion for the user. Teammates near the user face a heightened risk of immediate "cursed hunts."

Cursed hunts mirror regular hunts but ignore sanity levels and can occur even after a recent hunt. Their extended duration (20 seconds longer) increases the difficulty of escape or concealment, especially at higher difficulty multipliers.

The following table details each Cursed Object's mechanics:

Cursed Object	Ability
Tarot Cards	Ten random cards offering buffs, debuffs, or increased ghost activity. The "Death" card triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board	Direct communication with the ghost. Specific questions ("Hide and Seek") or shattering the board initiates 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. Some wishes severely impair or trap the player.

Top Cursed Objects for Phasmophobia Investigations

The optimal Cursed Objects depend on game mode and difficulty. However, some offer better risk-reward profiles:

Haunted Mirror

Generally the safest, offering significant benefits with minimal risk. It quickly reveals the ghost's room, aiding efficient evidence gathering. Limit usage to avoid sanity loss and triggering a Cursed Hunt.

Ouija Board

A reliable option for pinpointing the ghost's location and, importantly, the bone's location for "Perfect Investigation" bonuses.

Voodoo Doll

Useful for triggering ghost interactions when evidence gathering is slow. 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.