Cursed Artifacts in Phasmophobia: Uncovering Mysterious Powers

Mastering Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects: A Comprehensive Guide

Phasmophobia's infamous Cursed Objects offer powerful advantages but come with significant risks. This guide details how each object functions and which ones offer the best risk-reward ratio.

What are Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia?

Cursed Objects, also known as "Cursed Possessions," are randomly generated items in Phasmophobia. Their activation provides gameplay advantages, but always at a cost. Unlike standard equipment, these items introduce "cheats" with potentially debilitating consequences. These might include substantial sanity loss, temporary blindness, or triggering a challenging "Cursed Hunt." Their use requires careful consideration; sometimes, leaving them untouched is the wiser strategy. Note that Cursed Objects won't appear at all difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.

How All Cursed Objects Work

Phasmophobia currently features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and drawbacks. A common effect is a significant 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.

The following table summarizes each Cursed Object's function and potential consequences:

Best Cursed Objects to Use

The optimal Cursed Objects depend on game mode and difficulty. However, some generally pose less risk while offering significant benefits:

Haunted Mirror

The Haunted Mirror offers the best risk-reward ratio. It quickly reveals the ghost's location, streamlining evidence gathering. Use it briefly to minimize sanity loss and avoid shattering it.

Ouija Board

The Ouija Board provides direct communication with the ghost, revealing its location and even the bone's location for a "Perfect Investigation."

Voodoo Doll

The Voodoo Doll is useful for triggering ghost interactions, aiding evidence collection. Avoid the heart pin to prevent a Cursed Hunt.

Conclusion

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects. Strategic use of these items can significantly improve your gameplay, but always remember the potential drawbacks. Stay tuned to The Escapist for more Phasmophobia guides and news.

Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.