Master the Parabolic Microphone in Phasmophobia: A Comprehensive Guide
Phasmophobia offers a range of equipment to aid ghost hunting, and the Parabolic Microphone stands out as a particularly effective tool. This guide details how to unlock and effectively utilize this crucial piece of equipment.
Unlocking the Parabolic Microphone
The Parabolic Microphone is optional equipment, requiring specific levels to unlock. Reach Level 7 to purchase the first tier from the in-game shop. Upgrades to tiers two (Level 31, $3,000) and three (Level 72, $5,000) are available subsequently. Note that prestiging resets your progress, requiring you to unlock each tier again.
Utilizing the Parabolic Microphone
Equip the Parabolic Microphone via your in-game loadout before starting a contract. Remember that Challenge Mode may not include it in the preset loadout. Once in the game, select it from the truck's equipment wall. Use the designated button to activate/deactivate. Tier 3 features a directional radar for enhanced sound location.
On medium and large maps, the Parabolic Microphone is invaluable for pinpointing ghost locations through audio cues (e.g., object throws, door movements, ghostly whispers). It can also be crucial for completing optional objectives requiring ghost voice recordings. Furthermore, unique ghost sounds (like those of the Deogen or Banshee) are only detectable with this microphone, aiding in ghost identification.
Conclusion
This guide covers the acquisition and usage of the Parabolic Microphone in Phasmophobia. For further Phasmophobia guides and news, including achievement/trophy unlocks, check The Escapist.
Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
