Mastering *Phasmophobia* often means utilizing every tool at your disposal, including the infamous Cursed Objects. These powerful items offer significant advantages, but each comes with a risky caveat. Let's explore how each Cursed Object functions within the game.
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What Is a Cursed Object in Phasmophobia?How All Cursed Objects Work in PhasmophobiaBest Cursed Objects to Use in PhasmophobiaHaunted MirrorOuija BoardVoodoo Doll
What Is a Cursed Object in Phasmophobia?
Cursed Objects, also known as "Cursed Possessions," are unique items randomly appearing on each map (depending on game mode and settings). Activation requires finding and interacting with them in-game. Unlike standard equipment, Cursed Objects offer significant advantages—but at a cost. These "cheats" come with drawbacks like rapid sanity loss, temporary blindness, or triggering a perilous "cursed" hunt. Use them wisely; sometimes, leaving them untouched is the safer bet. Note that Cursed Objects won't appear at all difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.
How All Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia
Phasmophobia currently features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and debilitating effects. A common side effect is 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, making escape more challenging.
The following table details each Cursed Object and its mechanics. This list will be updated with future additions.
| Cursed Object | Ability |
|---|---|
| Tarot Cards | 10 random cards; each provides buffs, debuffs, or increases ghost activity. The "Death" card can trigger a Cursed Hunt. |
| Ouija Board | Direct communication with the ghost. Questions like "Hide and Seek" can trigger a Cursed Hunt. Shattering the board also triggers a Cursed Hunt. |
| Haunted Mirror | Reveals the ghost's favorite room. Shattering the mirror triggers a Cursed Hunt. |
| Music Box | Reveals the ghost's location via a special event. Prolonged use triggers a Cursed Hunt. |
| Summoning Circle | Summons and traps the ghost. Always triggers a Cursed Hunt unless a Tier 3 Crucifix is present. |
| Voodoo Doll | Forces ghost interactions via pins. Pushing the heart pin triggers a Cursed Hunt. |
| Monkey Paw | Grants wishes (number depends on difficulty) affecting the ghost or environment. Some wishes severely impair or trap the player. |
Best Cursed Objects to Use in Phasmophobia
Choosing the best Cursed Object depends on game mode and difficulty. Some are inherently safer and more beneficial.
Haunted Mirror
The Haunted Mirror is the safest and most beneficial Cursed Object. It reveals the ghost's favorite room, significantly speeding up investigation, especially on larger maps. Limit use to avoid sanity loss and triggering a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board
A reliable option, the Ouija Board directly reveals the ghost's location and the bone's location (useful for "Perfect Investigation" bonus).
Voodoo Doll
Useful for triggering ghost interactions to gather evidence, but avoid the heart pin to prevent a Cursed Hunt.
This concludes our overview of Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia. Check The Escapist for more guides and news, including the Phasmophobia 2025 Roadmap & Preview.
Phasmophobia is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
