When you're diving into the eerie world of *Phasmophobia*, mastering the use of Cursed Objects can significantly enhance your ghost-hunting experience. These items, also known as "Cursed Possessions," are randomly placed across the maps depending on your game mode and settings. While your standard equipment in the van is designed to aid your investigations safely, Cursed Objects offer powerful shortcuts with a catch—each use comes with a risk that could turn your investigation upside down.
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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
- Haunted Mirror
- Ouija Board
- Voodoo Doll
What Is a Cursed Object in Phasmophobia?
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Cursed Objects are unique items in Phasmophobia that you can find scattered around each map. They offer powerful abilities that can give you an edge in locating the ghost or gathering evidence, but they also come with significant drawbacks. Using a Cursed Object can drain your sanity, cause temporary blindness, or even trigger a surprise "cursed" hunt, which is a ghost hunt that ignores your sanity level and lasts longer than normal. It's crucial to use these items wisely, as they may 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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Currently, there are seven different Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia, each with unique abilities and side effects. A common risk with all of them is a significant drop in sanity. If you're playing in a group, it's wise to keep your distance when someone activates a Cursed Object, as it can trigger a "cursed hunt" immediately after use.
Cursed Hunts are similar to regular hunts but are more challenging as they ignore your sanity level and last 20 seconds longer. Here's a detailed breakdown of each Cursed Object:
| 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 choosing which Cursed Objects to use in Phasmophobia, consider those that offer the least risk and the most benefit for your specific situation. Keep in mind that 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 and most beneficial Cursed Object to use. It reveals the ghost's current favorite room/area, allowing you to quickly set up your equipment and gather evidence. However, limit your use to a few seconds to avoid a significant sanity drop and the risk of triggering a Cursed Hunt if the mirror shatters.
Ouija Board
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As the original Cursed Object in Phasmophobia, the Ouija Board remains a reliable choice. It can help pinpoint the ghost's location and the bone's spawn location, which is crucial for achieving the "Perfect Investigation" bonus. Be cautious with your questions, as certain ones can trigger a Cursed Hunt, especially if the board shatters.
Voodoo Doll
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The Voodoo Doll is particularly useful for forcing ghost interactions, which can help gather evidence. Each pin you press on the doll can trigger an interaction with objects or equipment. Just be careful not to press the pin into the doll's heart, as this will trigger a Cursed Hunt.
That concludes 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.
