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Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia: Guide and Mechanics

Author: Mia May 18,2025

In the spine-chilling world of *Phasmophobia*, mastering the use of Cursed Objects can significantly enhance your ghost-hunting adventures. These objects, also known as Cursed Possessions, are randomly scattered across the maps you explore, depending on your chosen game mode and settings. To harness their power, you need to locate them on the map and activate them. However, while the equipment in your van is purely beneficial, Cursed Objects offer powerful abilities with significant risks attached.

What Is a Cursed Object in Phasmophobia?

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Cursed Objects are unique items that can drastically alter your investigation. They allow you to perform actions like instantly locating the ghost's favorite room or enhancing your party's abilities. However, these advantages come at a cost, often leading to significant sanity loss, temporary blindness, or triggering a "cursed" hunt. These hunts are particularly dangerous as they ignore your current sanity level and can occur even immediately after another hunt, lasting 20 seconds longer than regular hunts. It's wise to use these objects judiciously, as they might not spawn at higher difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.

How All Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia

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There are currently seven different Cursed Objects in *Phasmophobia*, each with its unique effects and potential downsides. A common risk among all is a significant sanity reduction. If playing in a group, it's advisable to keep your distance from the player using the Cursed Object to avoid being caught in a cursed hunt.

Cursed Object	Ability
Tarot Cards	10 randomly generated cards that each grant a certain buff, debuff, or elicit more ghost activity. **Certain cards such as “Death” can trigger a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board	Allows the player to directly communicate with the ghost by asking appropriate questions (e.g., “Where are you?”, “Where is the bone?”, “What is my sanity?”). Specific Ouija Board Questions such as “Hide and Seek” can trigger a Cursed Hunt. If the Ouija Board shatters after use, a Cursed Hunt will start.
Haunted Mirror	Allows the player to see the ghost’s current favorite room/area by looking into the mirror. **If the player looks at the mirror until it shatters, a Cursed Hunt will start.
Music Box	Reveals the ghost’s current location by forcing it to appear in a special event when the music box is played. **If the player uses the Music Box too long, a Cursed Hunt will start.
Summoning Circle	Allows the player to summon and trap the ghost inside the circle by lighting the candles around it. **Doing this will always trigger a Cursed Hunt afterward unless a Tier 3 Crucifix is placed on the circle.
Voodoo Doll	Allows the player to force ghost interactions by pressing each of the 10 pins inside the doll. **If the pin inside the doll’s heart is pushed in, a Cursed Hunt will start.
Monkey Paw	Allows the player to ask for a certain amount of wishes (depending on difficulty) that can influence the ghost and/or the environment. **Certain Monkey Paw Wishes can severely impair or trap the player for extended periods, so choose wisely.

Best Cursed Objects to Use in Phasmophobia

When deciding which Cursed Objects to use, consider those that offer the highest benefits with the least risk. Here are some of the best options based on their utility and safety:

Haunted Mirror

Haunted Mirror Screenshot via The Escapist

The Haunted Mirror is the safest and most beneficial Cursed Object to use. It reveals the ghost's current favorite room/area, allowing you to quickly locate the ghost and set up your equipment efficiently. Just remember to use it sparingly to avoid a significant sanity drop and the risk of triggering 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 in *Phasmophobia*, is reliable for directly communicating with the ghost. It can reveal the ghost's location and even the bone's spawn point, which is crucial for achieving a "Perfect Investigation" bonus. Use it carefully 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 forcing ghost interactions, which can be crucial for gathering evidence. Each pin you press induces an interaction, but be cautious not to press the heart pin, as it will trigger a Cursed Hunt.

This comprehensive guide covers how all Cursed Objects function in *Phasmophobia*. For the latest updates, guides, and news on the game, including the Phasmophobia 2025 Roadmap & Preview, keep checking The Escapist. *Phasmophobia* is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.