In the eerie world of *Phasmophobia*, mastering the art of ghost hunting involves leveraging every tool at your disposal, including the intriguing yet risky Cursed Objects. These items, while offering shortcuts to uncovering ghost behaviors, come with significant trade-offs that can escalate the danger. Here's a comprehensive guide to understanding and using Cursed Objects effectively in *Phasmophobia*.

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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?

In Phasmophobia, Cursed Objects, officially termed "Cursed Possessions," are special items that randomly appear across various maps, depending on your chosen game mode and settings. These objects require activation once found on the premises. Unlike the standard equipment provided in your van, which is designed to aid your investigations, Cursed Objects offer shortcuts with significant risks. They can reveal the ghost's location or enhance your team's abilities, but they often lead to severe sanity drops, temporary blindness, or unexpected "cursed" hunt encounters. Due to their high risk, Cursed Objects are not available in all difficulty levels or Challenge Mode.

How All Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia

Phasmophobia features seven distinct Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and corresponding drawbacks. A common side effect among them is a significant reduction in the user's sanity. In multiplayer settings, it's advisable to maintain distance from the user as Cursed Objects can trigger immediate "cursed hunts," which are similar to regular hunts but longer and not influenced by your current sanity level.

Here's a detailed look at each Cursed Object and its effects:

Best Cursed Objects to Use in Phasmophobia

When deciding which Cursed Objects to utilize, consider those that balance risk and reward effectively. The availability of these items depends on your game mode and difficulty settings.

Haunted Mirror

The Haunted Mirror stands out as the safest Cursed Object, providing significant benefits with minimal risk. It reveals the ghost's favorite room, enabling you to quickly set up equipment for gathering evidence. Be cautious not to use it for too long, as it can reduce your sanity and trigger a Cursed Hunt if it shatters.

Ouija Board

The Ouija Board, the first Cursed Object introduced, remains a reliable choice. It can pinpoint the ghost's location and reveal the bone's spawn location, aiding in achieving a "Perfect Investigation" bonus. Be mindful of the questions you ask, as certain ones can trigger a Cursed Hunt.

Voodoo Doll

Though it appears menacing, the Voodoo Doll is useful for inducing ghost interactions necessary for gathering evidence. Pressing pins can trigger interactions with objects or equipment, but avoid the heart pin to prevent triggering a Cursed Hunt.

This guide covers the functionality and strategic use of Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia. For more tips and the latest updates on the game, including the Phasmophobia 2025 Roadmap & Preview, keep checking The Escapist.

Phasmophobia is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.