When it comes to identifying ghosts in Phasmophobia, you'll want to leverage every tool at your disposal, including the intriguing yet risky Cursed Objects. Each of these items comes with its own unique powers and dangers, so understanding how they work is crucial for any ghost hunter.
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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, technically known as "Cursed Possessions," are unique items in Phasmophobia that randomly appear on each map depending on your game mode and settings. To use them, you need to find their spawn location and activate them while on the premises.
Unlike the equipment you bring in your van, which is designed to aid your investigations, Cursed Objects offer powerful "cheats" but always with a catch. Using them can lead to significant sanity loss, temporary blindness, or even trigger a "cursed" hunt encounter. It's advisable to use these objects strategically, and in some cases, it might be wiser to leave them untouched. Note that Cursed Objects do not spawn at certain difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.
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How All Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia
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There are seven different Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia, each with its own set of abilities and drawbacks. A common side effect among all of them is a substantial reduction in the user's sanity. If you're playing with a team, it's best to keep your distance from the person using a Cursed Object, as it can trigger a "cursed hunt" immediately afterward.
Cursed Hunts function similarly to regular hunts but ignore your current sanity level, can occur even if a regular hunt just ended, and last 20 seconds longer, making evasion or hiding more challenging depending on your difficulty settings.
Here is a comprehensive list of all Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia and their functions. This list will be updated with any new Cursed Objects introduced in future updates.
| 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
When deciding which Cursed Objects to use in Phasmophobia, some are less risky and more beneficial in different scenarios. Remember, the availability of Cursed Objects 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 offers substantial benefits with minimal risk. It reveals the ghost's current favorite room or area, which helps you quickly locate the ghost and set up your equipment efficiently. Be cautious not to use it for too long, as extended use leads to sanity loss and can trigger a Cursed Hunt if the mirror shatters.
Ouija Board
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As the first Cursed Object introduced to Phasmophobia, the Ouija Board remains a reliable tool. It can directly communicate with the ghost to reveal its location and even the bone's spawn location, aiding in achieving the "Perfect Investigation" bonus.
Voodoo Doll
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The Voodoo Doll, while seemingly ominous, is highly useful for forcing ghost interactions, which can help gather evidence. Be careful not to push the pin into the doll's heart, as this will trigger a Cursed Hunt.
This guide covers how all Cursed Objects work in Phasmophobia. For more insights and updates, keep checking The Escapist for the latest guides and news, including the Phasmophobia 2025 Roadmap & Preview.
Phasmophobia is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
