The Primitive weekly challenge in Phasmophobia feels like a step back to ancient times, but ghosts weren’t a caveman’s concern. Without electronics, can we identify the ghost and complete the mission?
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How To Master the Primitive Challenge in Phasmophobia Tips & Tricks for Success in Phasmophobia’s Primitive Challenge How To Enter Challenge Mode in Phasmophobia When Does the Weekly Challenge Reset in Phasmophobia?How To Master the Primitive Challenge in Phasmophobia
The Primitive Challenge ranks among Phasmophobia’s toughest weekly tasks. Without electronic tools, identifying the ghost relies heavily on intuition and understanding ghost behaviors, as the challenge strips away most equipment, leaving you with minimal resources.
This challenge takes place at 10 Ridgeview Court, a house-style map with a navigable layout for easier movement and safety. Like all weekly challenges, you must complete three qualifying investigations to earn full rewards.
Tips & Tricks for Success in Phasmophobia’s Primitive Challenge
Each weekly challenge in Phasmophobia comes with unique rules. For this one, pay close attention to the limited loadout provided, as it significantly shapes your strategy.
Electronics, including flashlights, DOTs projectors, and video cameras, are unavailable. You’ll need to rely on alternative tools to gather evidence and survive ghost encounters.
Sanity medication is also absent, but you start with full sanity to temporarily shield against ghost aggression. Your loadout includes two Tier 1 Crucifixes to block two ghost hunts if placed correctly, Tier 2 Firelights, and a complete set of Tier 1 Incense for added protection.
Evidence-gathering tools are scarce: two Tier 3 Ghost Writing books, two Tier 1 UV “glowsticks” doubling as flashlights and ultraviolet tools, and two Tier 1 thermometers for detecting freezing temperatures.
From here, rely on your knowledge of ghost behaviors to identify the spirit. Each ghost in Phasmophobia has distinct traits beyond standard evidence. Mastering these takes practice, but our no-evidence cheat sheet can guide you.
Your top priority is locating the ghost quickly. Without access to the fuse box, darkness heightens sanity loss. Fortunately, the ghost’s increased activity in this challenge makes it easier to track.
For a bold approach, use the Ouija Board, found in the laundry room near the dining area on the first floor. Ask for the ghost’s “favorite room” to pinpoint its location, but this costs 50% sanity. Always say “Goodbye” to avoid breaking the board and triggering a Cursed Hunt. This tactic suits group play for safety.
How To Enter Challenge Mode in Phasmophobia
To join a weekly challenge in Phasmophobia, select Singleplayer or Multiplayer, then navigate to Difficulty Settings above your profile ID. Scroll to ‘Challenge Mode’ and review its description.
Click ‘Apply,’ return to the main menu, and head to the map board. Choose 10 Ridgeview Court, as the challenge doesn’t auto-select the map.
The loadout is preset and unchangeable. When ready, hit ‘Ready Up’ and ‘Start’ to begin.
Related: All Weekly Challenges in Phasmophobia, Listed
When Does the Weekly Challenge Reset in Phasmophobia?
Weekly challenges reset on Monday at midnight UTC. North American players can start Sunday evening at:
5:00 pm Pacific Time 6:00 pm Mountain Time 7:00 pm Central Time 8:00 pm Eastern TimeThat wraps up how to tackle the Primitive Challenge in Phasmophobia’s weekly series. Explore our guides for all achievements and trophies or other game tips.
Phasmophobia is available now on PC.
