All Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia & How They Work

Mastering Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects: A Comprehensive Guide

Phasmophobia's infamous Cursed Objects offer powerful advantages in ghost identification, but wield them unwisely, and you'll face dire consequences. This guide details each object's mechanics and risks, helping you decide which to use and when.

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What are Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia?

Cursed Objects (also known as "Cursed Possessions") are randomly generated items in Phasmophobia, appearing on various maps depending on game mode and settings. Activating them requires locating and interacting with them within the location.

Unlike standard equipment, Cursed Objects provide game-altering effects, each with a significant drawback. Benefits might include pinpointing the ghost's favorite room or boosting your team, but expect a trade-off: substantial sanity loss, temporary blindness, or unexpected Cursed Hunts. Use them strategically; sometimes, leaving them untouched is the best course of action. Note that Cursed Objects won't appear at all difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.

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How Cursed Objects Function in Phasmophobia

Phasmophobia currently features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and debilitating effects. A common side effect is a drastic sanity reduction for the user. Proximity to the user increases the likelihood of a Cursed Hunt, which is identical to a regular hunt but ignores sanity levels and lasts 20 seconds longer.

The following table details each Cursed Object's function:

Cursed Object	Ability
Tarot Cards	10 cards offering buffs, debuffs, or increased ghost activity. The "Death" card triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board	Communicate directly with the ghost. Specific questions ("Hide and Seek") or shattering the board trigger Cursed Hunts.
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 by pushing pins. Pushing the heart pin triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Monkey Paw	Grants wishes affecting the ghost or environment. Some wishes severely hinder the player.

Top Cursed Objects for Phasmophobia

Some Cursed Objects offer higher reward-to-risk ratios:

Haunted Mirror

The Haunted Mirror is the safest option, efficiently revealing the ghost's favorite room. Use it briefly to maximize its benefits while minimizing sanity loss and the risk of a Cursed Hunt.

Ouija Board

A reliable tool for pinpointing the ghost's location and the bone's position (for "Perfect Investigation" bonuses). Careful questioning is key to avoid triggering a Cursed Hunt.

Voodoo Doll

Useful for triggering ghost interactions when evidence gathering is slow. Avoid the heart pin to prevent a Cursed Hunt.

This concludes our guide to Phasmophobia's Cursed Objects. Check The Escapist for more Phasmophobia updates and guides, including the 2025 Roadmap & Preview.

Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.