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All Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia & How They Work

by Adam Mar 18,2025

In *Phasmophobia*, mastering the art of ghost identification hinges on utilizing every tool at your disposal, including the infamous Cursed Objects. Each presents a unique risk-reward scenario, so let's break down how they function.

What Is a Cursed Object in Phasmophobia?

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Cursed Objects (or "Cursed Possessions") are randomly generated items in Phasmophobia, appearing on various maps depending on game mode and settings. Activation requires locating and interacting with them within the location. Unlike the standard equipment, Cursed Objects offer powerful, albeit risky, advantages. Their abilities, such as pinpointing the ghost's favorite room or boosting your team, always come with a significant drawback. This could be a drastic sanity drop, temporary blindness, or a sudden, perilous "cursed" hunt. Use them wisely – sometimes, leaving them untouched is the best strategy. Note that Cursed Objects won't appear on all difficulty levels or in Challenge Mode.

How All Cursed Objects Work in Phasmophobia

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Phasmophobia currently features seven Cursed Objects, each with unique abilities and debilitating effects. A common consequence is a substantial sanity decrease for the user. Proximity to the user during activation significantly increases the chance of a "cursed hunt." These hunts are identical to regular hunts but ignore your sanity level and last 20 seconds longer, making escape more challenging.

The following table details each Cursed Object and its mechanics. This list will be updated with future additions.

Cursed Object	Ability
Tarot Cards	10 cards offering various buffs, debuffs, or increased ghost activity. The "Death" card, for example, can trigger a Cursed Hunt.
Ouija Board	Direct communication with the ghost. Questions like "Hide and Seek" can trigger a Cursed Hunt, as can shattering the board.
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 via pins. Pushing the heart pin triggers a Cursed Hunt.
Monkey Paw	Grants wishes affecting the ghost or environment. Certain wishes can severely hinder the player.

Best Cursed Objects to Use in Phasmophobia

Choosing the best Cursed Object depends on the game mode and difficulty. Some are inherently safer and more beneficial.

Haunted Mirror

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The Haunted Mirror is the safest option, revealing the ghost's favorite room quickly and efficiently. Use it briefly to avoid sanity loss and a Cursed Hunt.