In *Phasmophobia*, mastering the use of Cursed Objects can give you a significant edge in identifying and dealing with ghosts. However, these items come with their own set of risks and challenges, so understanding how each works is crucial for a successful ghost hunt.
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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?
Cursed Objects, officially known as "Cursed Possessions," are unique items that randomly appear on each map in Phasmophobia, depending on your game mode and settings. To harness their power, you need to locate them and activate them within the haunted premises.
Unlike the standard equipment you bring in your van, which is purely beneficial for investigations, Cursed Objects offer powerful shortcuts with significant drawbacks. Using these items can instantly reveal the ghost's preferred room, boost your team's abilities, or trigger ghost interactions. However, they often come at the cost of rapidly depleting your sanity, causing temporary blindness, or triggering unexpected "cursed" hunts.
It's wise to use Cursed Objects strategically, and in some cases, it's better to leave them untouched. Note that they won't spawn at certain difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.
How All Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia
Phasmophobia currently features seven distinct Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and side effects. A common consequence of using any Cursed Object is a significant drop in the user's sanity. If you're playing in a group, it's advisable to keep your distance from the player using the object, as it can trigger a "cursed hunt" immediately afterward.
Cursed Hunts function similarly to regular hunts but ignore your current sanity level and can occur even if a regular hunt just ended. They also last 20 seconds longer, making evasion and hiding more challenging, depending on your difficulty settings.
Here's a detailed breakdown of all Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia 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
When choosing the best Cursed Objects to use in Phasmophobia, consider those that offer the most benefit with the least risk. The availability of these objects depends on your chosen game mode and difficulty settings.
Haunted Mirror
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 locate the ghost and set up your equipment efficiently. This is particularly useful on larger maps where finding the ghost can be challenging.
Be cautious not to use the mirror for too long, as prolonged use will drain your sanity, and if it shatters, it will trigger a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board
The Ouija Board, the first Cursed Object introduced in Phasmophobia, remains a reliable choice. It allows direct communication with the ghost, helping you pinpoint its location and even find the bone's spawn location for a "Perfect Investigation" bonus.
Voodoo Doll
The Voodoo Doll is useful for triggering ghost interactions, which can be crucial for gathering evidence. Each pin you press into the doll forces an interaction, but be careful not to press the pin into the heart, as this will trigger a Cursed Hunt.
This guide covers how all Cursed Objects work in Phasmophobia. For the latest updates and guides, be sure to check out The Escapist, including the Phasmophobia 2025 Roadmap & Preview.
Phasmophobia is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
