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Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia: What They Are and How They Function

by Aurora May 19,2025

When it comes to identifying ghosts in *Phasmophobia*, leveraging every tool at your disposal is crucial, including the intriguing yet risky Cursed Objects. These items, while offering unique advantages, come with significant drawbacks. Here's a comprehensive guide on how each Cursed Object functions in the game.

What Is a Cursed Object in Phasmophobia?

The Devil Tarot Card in Phasmophobia
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Cursed Objects, or "Cursed Possessions," are distinctive items that randomly appear in Phasmophobia depending on your chosen game mode and settings. To utilize them, you need to locate their spawn points and activate them within the game environment.

While the equipment provided in your van is designed to aid your investigations safely, Cursed Objects offer powerful shortcuts with serious consequences. Activating these objects can instantly reveal the ghost's favorite room or enhance your team's abilities, but they often result in drastic sanity loss, temporary blindness, or unexpected "cursed" hunt encounters.

It's wise to use Cursed Objects judiciously, as they may not appear at certain difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.

How All Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia

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Phasmophobia features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and associated risks. A common effect across all is a significant reduction in the user's sanity. In group play, it's advisable to maintain distance from the user to avoid being caught in a sudden "cursed hunt."

Cursed Hunts are similar to regular hunts but bypass sanity thresholds, can occur immediately after another hunt, and last 20 seconds longer, making evasion more challenging.

Here's a detailed breakdown of each Cursed Object and its functionality:

Cursed Object	Ability
Tarot Cards	10 randomly generated cards that each grant a buff, debuff, or increase ghost activity. Certain cards, like "Death," can trigger a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board	Allows direct communication with the ghost by asking questions like "Where are you?" or "What is my sanity?" Specific questions like "Hide and Seek" can trigger a Cursed Hunt. If the board shatters, a Cursed Hunt will start.
Haunted Mirror	Reveals the ghost's current favorite room/area when looked into. Prolonged use until it shatters will trigger a Cursed Hunt.
Music Box	Forces the ghost to appear during a special event when played. Extended use can trigger a Cursed Hunt.
Summoning Circle	Summons and traps the ghost inside the circle by lighting candles. This always triggers a Cursed Hunt unless a Tier 3 Crucifix is placed on the circle.
Voodoo Doll	Forces ghost interactions by pressing pins into the doll. Pressing the heart pin triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Monkey Paw	Grants wishes that can influence the ghost or environment. Certain wishes can severely impair or trap the player, so choose wisely.

Best Cursed Objects to Use in Phasmophobia

Certain Cursed Objects are safer and more beneficial than others, making them preferable in various scenarios. Availability depends on your selected game mode or difficulty settings.

Haunted Mirror

Haunted Mirror
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The Haunted Mirror is the safest and most advantageous Cursed Object in Phasmophobia. It reveals the ghost's favorite room/area, facilitating quick ghost location and efficient equipment setup. Be cautious not to look at it too long, as prolonged use can lead to sanity loss and a Cursed Hunt if the mirror shatters.

Ouija Board

Ouija Board in Phasmophobia as part of an article about Cursed Objects.
Screenshot by The Escapist

The Ouija Board, the first Cursed Object introduced, remains reliable. It can directly reveal the ghost's location and the bone's spawn point, aiding in achieving a "Perfect Investigation" bonus. Use it with caution to avoid triggering a Cursed Hunt.

Voodoo Doll

Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia as part of an article about Cursed Objects.
Screenshot via The Escapist

The Voodoo Doll is useful for triggering ghost interactions, which can be vital for gathering evidence. Be careful not to press the heart pin, as it will initiate a Cursed Hunt.

This guide covers the functionality of all Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia. For the latest updates and more detailed guides, visit The Escapist. Also, don't miss out on the Phasmophobia 2025 Roadmap & Preview.

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

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