Those in the horror scene will be more than aware of Phasmophobia's long-awaited console release. PS5 and Xbox Series X|S ports of the game launched just a day ago. However, as with so many new releas??es in this modern gaming era, there are a few teething pr?oblems.

In this case, it's effecting players on the Xbox. A recent post over on Reddit has noted how Phasmophobia crashes when played on the Microsoft console. While this may only be a problem with the trial version, develo?per Kinetic Games? has issued a brief statement on social media.

Posting to X, the studio has acknowledged that there are problems when booting up the tria?l version on Xbox Series X|S. An additional post says the team has "continued to investigate this issue" and will be sending out a fix as soon as possible. For now, it's best?? to keep an eye on any updates.

New content for the spoopy season

The console ports have gone hand-in-hand with the game's recent Halloween "Crimson Eye" patch, which features the Blood Moon event, and some tweaks to the game. This includes �according to the patch notes �optimization improvements, the? ability to invite people via your Steam friend's list, crossplay with the aforementioned PS5 and Xbox release?s, plus plenty of fixes.

The console ports of Phasmophobia have felt like a long time coming. The game originally launched for PC back in September 2020 and �perhaps because of the pandemic which saw gaming experience a massive uptick in popularity as billions were confined to their homes �the indie horror g??ame became a mas?sive success.

Kinetic has been promising PlayStation and Xbox versions for some time now, so it feels like a relief to many t?hat they can now get stuck into the ghost hunting phenomenon. So long as the ??developer keeps an eye on any issues that are plaguing console players.

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It's no trick! After more than four years as a PC exclusive, Kinetic Games' Phasmophobia is haunting consoles for the first time.

Released on October 29, the cooperative horror title is now available for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. Kinetic Games also released a lau??nch trailer showcasing the games intense ghost-hunting gameplay.

Phasmophobia allows ??one to four players to kit up and tackle the paranormal with specialized gear akin to reality shows such as Ghost Hunters. It sports more than 10 unique locations to explore and over 20 different ghosts with individual characteristics to encounter and survive. The game also features the ability to create custom games, giving hunters the choice to make their own entirely ori?ginal experience.

Phasmophobia's unique gameplay catapulted it to immense popularity on Steam, where it reached a peak of 112,241 p?layers and still ??boasts an audience of over 40,000 concurrent players daily. It also holds a spot within the top 20 best-selling titles on Steam.

Phasmophobia's cooperative element, open-ended gameplay, and white-knuckle scares make it quite popular with the streaming community on Twitch as well. Many streamers with large viewership numbers featured the title on stream, including Markiplier, Jacksepticeye, and RDCWorld. Overall, the game ranks in the top 150 Twitch all-time peak viewership and has nearly 223 million total hours watched.

It's a treat for console gamers to finally getting their chance to get in on the fun, and just before the spookiest day of the year too. Phasmophobia is available for purchase in the?? Microsoft and PlayStation Stores for $19.99.

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After a few delays, Phasmophobia will finally be coming to consoles this year. It's certainly been a long time coming, and fortunately??, the wait won't be too long with its expected release date set for the game's Halloween Event.

If we go by the release of Phasmophobia's past Halloween releases, console versions may?? debut around Oct. 26, 2024. This includes features like cross-play and VR compatibility. As Kinetic Games continues developing, voice recognition will also be coming soon. However, console players must input text temporarily until the studio finds a soluti?on.

Although it will be available on Xbox, Phasmophobia will not be on Game Pass. Even more so, there are "no plans" to make it available on this service. It will be purchasable for $19.99, a six-dollar increase?? from the PC version. The price difference correlates with the new content that has been added over the years, hence why we're seeing a slight bump in cost.

Phasmophobia's console debut will match the current 0.10 version, also known as the Eventide major update. The farmhouse reworks for Bleas??dale and Grafton won't be a part of this just yet, but it will be introduced soon.

With Phasmophobia Version 1.0 on the horizon, veteran players can look forward to new ghost models, hallucinations, and horrifically entertaining events. And, if you are planning to try it on a console, Kinetic Games has indicated that the game's graphics will be "as close ?to PC as p?ossible."

As the console version is set to debut around the Halloween Event, newcomers can rest assured that they won't be left behind. These celebrations have always been inclusive, allowing all types of players to participate and earn special rewards. Personally, I'm overjoyed to see Phasmophobia finally making its way to consoles. The prospect of experiencing it on a larger screen is both thrilling and terrifying in equ??al measure.

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As many of you horror lovers out there will know, Phasmophobia recently launched its Eventide update. Of the many things the patch contains, perhaps the o??ne that caught most people's attention was the new map: Point Hope. This lighthouse location is pretty different compared to other maps, designed to really test your mettle against the ghostly denizens that dwell within.

Unlike pretty much every other level in Phasmo, this one favors verticality over lots of rooms spread out over a vast area, as is typical with the medium and large levels. Developer Kinetic Games even says in the patch notes on Steam that you'll "??have to use different techniques" while investigating.

So this guide will take you through some of the details about Point Hope and what yo??u can expect from this unique place.

How big is Point Hope?

One thing that stood out ??to pretty much everyone was how many floors and rooms the new map contains. While the lighthouse has a total of 10 floors, it's only really 12 rooms overall, with most floors having the one room; a bedroom or bathroom, for example.

As such, it's technically classed a small map, but it definitely doesn't feel like that if you have to go up to the very top to lay down some equipment or esc??ape a hunt.

This is partly what makes it such a unique locatio?n. That and the fact that the rooms themselves can feel small. Some of the larger ones, such as the games room, feature a central pillar, which makes the??m seem much more cramped. As you can imagine, this makes dodging a ghost that's giving chase more of a challenge.

In short: Point Hope feels small, especially when there's several of you cramped into a?? tiny bathroom, but it kind of makes up for it with an interesting view of the ocean from the top. It can be difficult for one or two players, especially on higher difficulties, so this map is probably best reserved for three or more given all the flights of st?airs one may have to take.

The layout itself

As I say, there are ten floors in total, including the actual light of said lighthouse (clue's in the name, really). Here's a quick breakdown of what y??ou can find on each one and the rooms they contain:

So, shall I tell the current occupiers you want to put in an offer. Wait...what was I d?oing?

The usual gubbins

As with any other Phasmophobia map, Point Hope has static places where the Cursed Possessions will spawn. T??here are also quite a number of hiding spots from what I?? can see.

Of course, the bone will appear on the level in a random loc?ation. However, I did find that, because of the number of floors, it can be difficult to spot, especially given the mess that's in some of the rooms.

Addit?ionally, there's a pretty nifty secret that will unlock a special badge after you end the investigation. But I'll be saving that for another article. Oh, I am such a tease!

In general, the new map is a pretty interesting one. As I said above, on harder difficult??ies, things do get tough. I mean, you could say that about most of the levels in the? game, but in this one, being chased by a ghost down several flights of stairs, and not a lot of space to kite it around, does create a pretty intense experience.

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By now, many of Phasmophobia "phans" will have been getting to grips with the Eventide update, especially the brand-new map. Being a literal lighthouse, Point Hope offers something a little ??differe??nt for your ghost hunting experience.

The fact that it contains 10 floors in total can seem a little daunting at first. However, on the plus side, this does suggest that there may be ??more than a few hiding places whenever that spectral being decides to go on a rampage.

And you'd be right. When the going gets tough, there are a number of spots to keep out of sight of that angry Demon or Revenant, so here's a quick list of all the hiding places in Phasmophobia's Point Hope map.

Where to hide in Point Hope - They'll never see us in here!

Just as a quick aside: I'm still learning the layou??t of Point Hope, even though it is pretty straightforward (just go up?) so I'm hesitant to include the screen next to the bathtub in the main bathroom on the fifth floor. It feels like it could be a place to hide, but it's quite wide open, and I haven't played the map enough to conclude whether a ghost can find you there.

Now th??at that's out the way: here are the actual hiding places:

As always with Phasmophobia, the harder the difficulty you're ?playing on, the more hiding spots will be blocked o??ff. But you don't need to worry about that. You're a brave ghost hunter after all, aren't you? Still, it's nice to hunker down in the dark to gather your thoughts every so often. Maybe have a little whimper.

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With the Eventide update rolling out for Phasmophobia, a lot of us have been checking out the extra content and changes implemented to our ghost-hunting excursions. In particular, much of my time has been spent exploring Point Hope, the brand-new map that has us investi-mi-gating a lighthouse.

On top of a new place to get our asses handed to us by a spooky specter, Point Hope also has a bi??t of a secret to uncover. This goes beyond a simple Easter egg, and does actually have a (sort of) end goal. Whether it means anything in the long run cannot be said at this stage, but it's interesting all the same. Plus, you get a badge/ID card when you complete it.

So without further ado, here's how to solve the "Ferryman of the Drowned" puzzle in the new Phasmophobia update. Quick note:?? make sure you take a UV light in with you as soon as you start. You? will need it further along.

Ferryman of the Drowned, Phasmophobia Eventide's new puzzle

Towards the top of the lighthouse �on the floor where the gears for the light itself are turning? �you'll notice a small cupboard by the spiral staircase. When you approach it, you'll see that you can't interact with it, but there is a locked symbol that appears. This indicates that there's likely a key around somewhere, but how do you get it?

Go down? to the games room on floor 4 and you'll see a pool table sitting there all innocent, like. You'll also see several balls on said table. Well, you need to pot some of them; just the green, blue, and orange-y/red one. You'll need to do them in that order, I believe. At least, that's how I did it.

You'll then hear what sounds like a key falling from some place. Go round to the end of the pool table �so the wall with the cues on is to your left �and look down at the ball release slot. You s?hould see a key in there. Guess what that's for?

??Back up to floor 9 and you can now open the locked cupboard by the staircase (there are a lot of stairs in Point Hope). You'll see there's not much in there besides what appears to be an empty slot that may or may not be ?just the right size for a specific cog.

Right, now go down one floor to the workshop. If you've been paying attention while playing, you'll have noticed this room has a few cogs dotted a??bout. Most of them can't be interacted with, but there is one you'll need to find. Basically, it's leaning against a cupboard somewhere in the workshop. Look for a broom.

Pick up said cog and go back up to floor 9. Now, you c??an insert it into the empty slot. Once you do, you should start to hear ticking sounds. This is just the light from the lighthouse blinking. It will do this in sequences of three while ?still rotating. This indicates you've done this part correctly.

Out of breath yet? Tough. Now, head all the way down t??he stairs and back outside. Just before you enter Point Hope, there's a large bell that you can interact with. While we all pressed it endlessly for fun, now it has a function. Ding it three times and you should hear a confirmation sound (can't actually recall what it specifically is, but it should be obvious).

I'm sorry to have to say this, but you need to go all the way to the very top of the lighthouse?. Right out onto the widow's walk. Look out to the horizon. Admire the view, obviously, but you want to look for a cave entrance in the distance. Check in the same direction as where the truck is parked. When you see the light from the cave, you should also see the letters UV spelled out on the beach.

I hope you remembered to bring the UV, 'cos you're going to need it. Now, the last thing to do is "charge" Point ?Hope's light by shining the item at it. After a few seconds, you should see it glow violet. Once done, go for a nice walk ??around the perimeter of the top of the lighthouse.

Bask in the visually ?eerie spectacle. As I say, I have no idea if this will have any significance. But it looks nice. Probabl??y looks better if you've set the sky to night, though.

When you finish your investiga??tion, you'll be given this reward at the game summary screen. Hoorah! You did a thing!

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Last week, the team behind the ghost hunting hit Phasmophobia whet appetites with talks of the Eventide update. Well, the patch sh?ould be rolling out as we speak, and because it's ??a pretty significant one this time around, there are quite a number of new things being implemented.

I'll g??o through some of the bigger changes, but suffice it to say that probably the biggest thing in the game is the Point Hope map. We don't often get treated to brand-new locations (the last couple were essentially rebrandings of ones that already exist), so this should at least make anyone who's not played for a while pay a bit of ?attention.

Sadly, there's still no word on when the console version of Phasmophobia is likely to drop. We know that Kinetic?? Games is still working on it, and there'll be some ne?ws about it soon enough, but many have been waiting patiently for some time now.

Still, we PC players get all this:

Point Hope lighthouse map heads to Phasmophobia

As I say, the m??ost significant addition to the game is Point Hope. It's essentially a lighthouse, which is described as having 10 floors and 12 rooms. The developer says we'll have to "use different techniques for some of those pesky ghost abilities while p??laying on lower-evidence game modes." The map unlocks at level 15.

At the time of writing, the Even??tide patch hasn't been sent out, so I haven't had chance to check Point Hope out. Rest assured,? I will be back with a quick guide once I do get to grips with it.

The last new-new map we got, technically, was Maple Lodge Campsite, the first outdoors level of Phasmophobia. This was released with the big Nightmare update that went?? live at the end of 2021. Besides that, we've had a smaller version of the campsite and some changes to the Asylum level.

The Eventide update's big equipment changes

As well as Point Hope, Kinetic has adjusted some of the equipment. A quick look at the patch notes on Steam shows that it looks like some of ?it has been nerfed slightly to make things a bit easier. I'll give you some examples:

• Tier 1 D.O.T.S has had its light range increased, while Tier 3 now has the option to pause the rotation.
• Tier 3 Parabolic Microphone can now scan for sounds one floor below or above the player.
• Both Tier 1 and Tier 2 Sanity Medications will increase restoration time to 30 seconds and 20 seconds, respectively.
• Additionally: Tier 3 Sanity Medication will instantly refill your sprint and maintain it for 10 seconds.
• You can mute the Sound Sensors using buttons from the truck's UI.
• Tier 2 and Tier 3 Thermometer will now continuously update the temperature, rather than resetting each time you use it.

Optimizations and bug fixes

Of course, no update would be complet?e without the all-important optimizations and big fixes. Eventide definitely has its fair share. In fact, the developer itself says that the former has had some many, they can't all be listed.

In short: there have been tweaks to the?? game to make it run smoother on lower-spec systems, with particula??r attention being paid to things like the UI, shadows, audio, reflections, textures and shaders, and the weather and sky effects.

A l??ot of glitches have been ironed out as well,?? such as player movement no longer being effected by held equipment, ghosts no longer interacting with paintings they've already thrown, a lot of tweaks to items, and removed instances in Sunny Meadows where the ghost can clip through the world.

Check out the full patch notes above for a complete breakdown on what's new in Phasmophobia. See you in the truck, everyone!

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The last major update for Phasmophobia was the big Ascension reset that rolled out last August. Since then, developer Kinetic Games has been sending out hotfixes and smaller updates?; little tweaks here and there, but nothing to write home about. But there is one thing on the way, and it's coming soon.

As outlined in a recent post on Steam, Phasmiophobia will get the "Eventide" patch on Tuesday, June 25. Along with some Ascension adjustments, "a host of optimizations, changes, and fixes," we're also getting a new map: Point ??Hope, which looks like it will be a lighthouse.

Now, we knew t??his was in the pipeline, but according to the developer, the adjustments to the current build and the new location were originally planned to be separate releases.

But is it what everyone actually wants?

I'm a big fan of Phasmophobia and I'm very excited about checking out the new map next week. However, if you look at the com??ments under the post on X I've embedded above, it seems many are more keen for the anticipated console port of the game.

Indeed, Kinetic did address this on Steam, but it doesn't really say anything more than the team is "still working to meet the high standards we've set for the game." The console version of Phasmo has already been delayed a couple of times, sadly. For now, there's no release date yet, but the message? assures us that details will be inbound "within the next few weeks." So hold onto that, at least.

Aside from the smaller campsite and changes to the asylum locations, it feels like forever since we've had a brand-new map. Maple Lodge Campsite arrived October 2021, so Point Hope does at least give us something new to play with. Either that, or we can get one of those Cursed Monkey Paw plushies.

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So you've been playing Phasmophobia for a while now. You've absolutely nailed down the unique characteristics of each ghost to such an ext??ent that all that investigation equipment i??s merely an afterthought. Good for you, I say, but maybe there's more you can do.

While identifying the spectral being is the key selling point of Kinetic's horror release, there are additional ways to get that sweet, sweet cheddar. In fact, you can take it one step further and follow this guide on how to get a Perfect Investigation bonus in Phasmophobia.

NOTE: all the below must be fulfilled to earn the bonus, and the final amount you earn will depend on the multiplier that's added to the contract.

Get the correct ghost

Why ?am I even telling you this? If you're reading this article and you've played the game even a bit, you know the main thing you need to do is find out which apparition you're dealing with. That much is obvious. However, I think it's still worth mentioning at the start. Covering all our bases, yeah?

Depending on how familiar you are with the way Phasmo works, what difficulty you have it on, and/or what map you're playing will all depend on how easy the main objective is. It goes without saying?? that ghost identification becomes more lucrative in tougher settings and on larger levels. Just don't forget to mark it off in your journal. Man, the times I've missed out on hard-earned cash because of that schoolboy error.

Complete the additional objectives

Again, this one might sound obvious. Of course, achieving a Perfect Investigation bonus will ?require completing all ??????????????????????????three tasks, as well as pinpointing the correct ghost. But sometimes people can neglect these extra jobs, especially if they're slightly more tricky, such as escaping during a hunt.

Because the ga??me randomizes which objectives it wants you to (optionally) complete, some contracts can be?? easier than others. I'm not saying this is the best way to play, but if you want to see things like "get an EMF reading" or "witness an event" on the corkboard, you may need to exit and reload the map until you get what you want.

Find the bone

This one is a little easier to forget about, as it's not one the game will list as part of the objectives on the board. However, veterans of Phasmophobia will probably have developed muscle memory for this one. Muscle memory for bone-finding; there's somet??hing I never thought I'd say.

If you're fairly new to the game, I'll give you a quick rundown. Basically, every time you load a new map, a bone will spawn somewhere in the location. It's up to you to find where it is and retrieve it (after taking a photo - more on that below). Sometimes they are easier to s??pot, especially if it's something big like a rib cage or spinal column. Other times, it can require s?ome detailed sleuthing. Also, my friend and I are convinced the bone doesn't always spawn as soon as the level loads, so maybe bear that in mind.

Fill the photo book

Completing this one for the bonus does require a bit more time. In a nutshell: you need to fill the journal up with a maximum of ten photographs. But they can't just be any photos; they must be worth three stars each. To achieve three stars, the subject must be within close range of the camera a?nd nicely framed, i.e. in the center.

Fortunately, there are? a number of ways to achieve this objective. You can take a photo of each of the following in any investigation:

• The ghost itself
• The bone that spawns in the map
• The Cursed Possession item
• A burned Crucifix
• Dirty water seen in a sink
• A dead body (you or one of your teammates)
• A disturbed salt pile
• Handprints and/or fingerprints
• Writing in the ghost book
• Any other interaction, such as seeing a door open (but you may need to be pretty quick for this one)

You can mix and match these as well; they don't have to be ten different photos. We often get away with having three-star ratings despite having taken about four or five shots of the exact same thing. I'm sure this isn't within the spirit (heh) of Phasmo, but it can speed things up.

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Just like the Tarot Cards, the Cursed Possession items in Phasmophobia can be equal parts useful and dangerous. While the equipment at your disposal is the best way to accurate??ly identify the ghost type you're dealing with, the addition of these special items gives a bit of ??an edge to each investigation.

Whenever you begin a contract, a randomly pre-selected Cursed Possession object will spawn. You can ?also customize your settings and force the game to spawn?? a specific item, but where's the mystery in that?

Much like any item in the game, a Cursed object has a unique ability, such as showing you the ghost room, triggering an interaction, forcing the ghost to manifest, etc. However, knowing where each one spawns is the first step, so here's a quick guide on where to find all the Cursed Possession items across Phasmo's 11 (technically 12) maps.

6 Tanglewood Drive

The map that most will be familiar with, Tanglewood Drive is the smallest location, essentially turning it into a contract for beginners or those who just want a quick game. It?? being so small means finding any spawned item is much easier, but newcomers might have a little bit of trouble with one or two of them.

42 Edgefield Road

For all intents an??d purposes, this i??s the second map. Much like Tanglewood, Edgefield is small and easily manageable, but it does have more floors than its predecessor.

10 Ridgeview Court

Another pretty small location. Ridgeview Court als?o has three floors, as well as a ridiculously huge garage. Serio??usly, who needs a garage that big? In fact, a lot of the rooms in this home are pretty spacious. Someone's doing well for themselves!

13 Willow Street

It k??ind of feels like we're just doing a tour of all these lovely houses as we search for the Curs??ed Possession item. Maybe we're property hunting. Who knows? Anyway, Willow Street is the last of the suburban homes before we move on. You'll soon miss the comfort of residential streets.

Bleasdale Farmhouse

For something a little more rustic, Bleasdale Farmh??ouse is a pretty home fo?r the country bumpkin inside all of us. It's also the first map we've looked at that has an attic, which in no way increases the creepy factor at all.

Grafton Farmhouse

A lov?ely little getaway for those who ?are tired of the hustle and bustle of city living. If you don't mind the abject terror caused by hauntings, of course. Grafton is similar to Bleasdale in terms of style, but is somewhat smaller. It also only has two floors, which does make things easier.

Camp Woodwind

Our first exterior location (two in total - both campsites). Camp Woodwind is one of the newest maps in Phasmophobia. As such, I'm not overly familiar with this one, so bear with if I do? get us a bit lost.

Maple Lodge Campsite

Now we're getting into the big leagues. This is the first medium-sized map we've encountered. It also had its layout changed in the big update. Actually, thinking about?? it, Camp Woodwind is more in-line with what Maple Lodge sort of looked like. Anyway...

Prison

Definitely one of the more intimidating maps, especially if you're playing Phasmophobia on your own. It isn't as massive as the next two locations (still pretty big, though), and it is a fairly simple layout. Still...a haunted prison? Who'd want that? NOTE: All Cursed Possession items are within the main entranceway, which is very gracious of the developer.

Brownstone High School

We're in the big leagues now. This is one of two of the game's biggest maps. Its sheer size and creepy, abandoned vibe makes this one way more intimidating than the Prison. And seeing that gymnasium just brings back awful, awful memories. NOTE: Much like the Prison, the Cursed items are within a small radius to make them easier to find.

Sunny Meadows Mental Institution

If you thought Brownstone was pretty intense, that's nothing compared to Sunny Meadows, the aban??doned mental institution that's been lifted from so many horror movies. It s??hould be said that this section also covers the smaller, "restricted" version of the map. In fact, all the Cursed Possession items will be near or in the chapel.

Point Hope

Point Hope is the new map that came rolling out with Phasmophobia's Eventide update. It's something that was being teased by the developer for some time. One of the key things ab??out this particular location is its sense of verticality. Despite not having that many rooms, the fact that the lighthouse stretches up ten floors can feel daunting at first. Despite being brand-new, it still has all the Cursed Possession items, and they are in the following places:

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As well as a host of tech and equipment at your disposal, Phasmophobia offers up Cursed Possession items as well, which can help you out, but also leave you feeling worse off. One such example of this is the Tarot Cards. Whether you're playing with friends or you're doing a solo investigation, these cards c?an give you an edge, but th?ere's a lot of danger when it comes to using them.

Much like the Ouija Board, Monkey Paw, or any other Cursed Possession item, the Tarot ??Cards ??have a one in seven chance of spawning when you start a new contract. When you find them, you'll be given ten cards to draw, with each reveal affecting either the player holding them or the ghost itself.

Currently, Phasmophobia has ten Tarot Cards that can be pulled. However, it's important to note that they each have their own draw chance, with some being more common than others. This means you can d?raw a particular card more than once or not have one at all. Below you'll find the effects of each ??of them in order from worst to best in terms of their danger levels, as well as the chances of drawing each one.

The Hanged Man

By far the most dangerous Tarot Card in Phasmophobia. This one does no??t mess about. Quite simply, if a player pulls this one from the pack, they'll immedia?tely be killed. No warning, no hunt. Just *POOF* dead. The sanity level is inconsequential.

This means if you've been investigating for a long time, that's it. Game over. Conversely, if you're in a team game and you pull the Hanged Man at the start, you'll be spending the rest of the round wandering about being al??l ethereal and what-not. Fortunately, it is pretty uncommon to get this one.

Chance of drawing this card: 1% (NO?TE: this card can't be drawn if playing on a ?custom difficulty setting with Friendly Ghost turned on.)

Death

This can be a?? little confusing. You would assume the Death card would do what the Hanged Man card does. But that isn't the case. Howev?er, it can be just as deadly, and does have a higher chance of being drawn when compared to some of the others.

When the Death Tarot Card is pulled out, a hunt will begin immediately. Again, it doesn't matter your sanity level. The ghost will be on the prowl. To add insult to injury, it'll be a cursed hunt as w?ell (because the cards are Cursed Possession items), so it'll last longer.

Chance of drawing this card: 10%

The Moon

Our beautiful, spherical satellite in the sky has been the subject of romance and poetry for as long as the written word has existed. The moon, in all its glory, is Earth's companion. But in Phasmo, pulling the Moon Tarot Card will put ??you on the quick pat??h to death.

This is because drawing this card from the deck will reduce your sanity to zero. While it will only affect the player holding the cards, it will still mean the average sanity for the team will also drop. As anyone who's played the game will know, sanity is key to stayin??g alive, so getting the Moon Tarot Card will mean your chances of being hunted are significantly increased.

Chance of drawing this card: 5%

The Devil

This is the first Tarot ??Card on the list that isn't technically dangerous. It can, however, be a little spooky. When The Devil is revealed, it will immediately initiate a ghost event. This could mean it will manifest and begin humming or whisper?? in the player's ear.

While it's useful for getting a ghost photo, seeing a ghost event will also reduce sanity, so it can still have its downside ?if you're already running pretty low.

Chance of drawing this card: 10%

The Wheel of Fortune

It's difficult to know how to judge this Tarot Card. On the one hand, the Wheel of Fortune can be good, but it also has an equ??al chance of it being bad. In a nutshell: it can reduce your sanity by 25% but it can also increase it by the same amount.

I'm not quite sure how it decides what the outcome will be, so it could be a 50/50 chance of it doing something good. You'll know which way the wheel has spun by the color that burns after the card is drawn. If it's green, you gain sanity. If it's red, you lose some. It's also one of the most ??common cards.

Chance of drawing this card: 20%

The Hermit

This is a pretty useful one to p??ull. When the Hermit Tarot Card is drawn, the ghost will be forced back into its room and will be trapped there for one minute. It's sort of like using a smudge stick, as it prev??ents a hunt.

However, it doesn't work during a hunt, but if you happen to get this card while your sanity is low, it can buy you ??a bit of time. It's especially useful if you're dealing with something like a Demon or you're playing on Nightmare mode, you absolute maverick, you.

Chance of drawing this card: 10%

The Tower

Much like the Devil card, the Tower will force the ghost to do something. However, it's less dangerous, which is why it's? far down on this list. When this Tarot Card is pulled, it will initiate an interaction of some kind, as well as doubling ghost activity for 20 seconds.

This is particularly useful if you want to know where the apparition actually is. It's also pretty hand?y if one of the objectives is to get an EMF reading or you're on the lookout for fingerprints. On top of all t?hat, it's the most common card next to the Wheel of Fortune.

Chance of drawing this card: 20%

The Fool

It's hard to know where to place the Foo??l Tarot card on a list of worst-to-best, as it technically doesn't do anything. However, it's more the split second reaction that players have to it that can make it quite a tense one to pull.

When it's drawn, the Fool wi??ll show itself as any other Tarot Card at first before revealing its true self. If it's one of the gentler cards, then there's no worry. However, if it looks like the Hanged Man or Death cards, then this can cause a brief amount of panic as you and your teammates become tricked for a second. The Fool card itself, however, is completely harmless.

Chance of drawing this card: 17% (NOTE: this card has 100% chance of bein??g pulled during a hunt).

The Sun

Very much the opposite to the moon, in both the cosmos and Phasmophobia. Whereas getting the Mo??on Tarot Card will reduce your s??anity to zero, pulling the Sun will fully restore your sanity back to 100%.

As you can imagine, this is a card any playe??r woul??d want to draw. The one downside to it is if you have the objective to get your average sanity below 25%. That could undo some of your work. However, it's still a bit of a lifesaver overall.

Chance of drawing this card: 5%

The High Priestess

The High Priestess card is proof?? that death is not the end. If a player dies a??nd this card is drawn, it will immediately revive them. If more than one player is dead, the card will randomly choose someone to bring back to life.

It should also be noted that it can be saved up for when someone ?does die. This means if it's pulled from the pack, but everyone is alive, when someone does die, they will be immediately reviv?ed. Your items will still be dropped, so you will need to go back and collect them.

Chance of drawing this card: 2%

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There's nothing quite like a bad dream to put you on edge for the day. Trying to hunt a Mare in Phasmophobia may end up doing the same since the folklo??re behind the spirit brought about?? the origin of the word 'nightmare'.

As you do with most ghosts in Phasmophobia, to hunt a Mare requires you to find evidence by watching for the spirit's behavior. There are three pieces of evidence to gather, but you'll have an easier time by hunting the Mare in the right conditions. Oh, did I say easier? ??Sorry, what I meant to say was that this is going to get a bit dicey.

Phasmophobia: How to hunt and find evidence of a Mare

While playing Phasmophobia, open up the Journal (the J key) and look up how to hunt a Mare by clicking on the 'Ghosts' tab. Navigate to the Mare, and you'll learn just what it takes to fin?d this particular spirit.

"A Mare is the source of all nightmares, making it more powerful in the dark," the in-game description reads. Ah, see! Nightmare. It all adds up. According to this?? text, the Mare becomes more active in the dark. Running with that?? logic, the Mare is weak to the light. The book says light will "lower its chance to attack." But maybe we don't want that.

The Mare is active in the dark, which means you should try and gather evidence when the lights are out. This is risky, mind, as the ghost? is more aggressive, and your sanity will drain at a faster pace. But it's also the best way to gather evidence quickly. Also note that if the ghost is doing very little with all the lights on, that too is evidence of a Mare.

Here's what you need to find evidence of a Mare:

• Spirit Box
• Ghost Orb
• Ghost Writing

Mare unique ghost evidence, tips, and strategies

When the match starts, grab the Spirit Box, Ghost Writing Book, and Video Camera. Drop? them off in the building and return for other tools like the Flashlight. To find the Mare, enter a room with the lights off and chat with it using the Spirit Box. Once you find the ghost's spawn room, turn the light back on and grab the other tools. Place the Ghost Writing Book on a surface and, with the ligh?ts off, continue talking with the ghost to try and get it to write. While this is happening, have the camera equipped to search for Ghost Orbs.

• Keep other lights in the house on, that way you can escape to safety if the Mare gets ornery
• Memorize the location of the fuse box, since you don't want to be in a dark building with a Mare for long
• Watch to see if the ghost turns the light off as soon as you turn it on, as it could be evidence of a Mare
• Keep the light off in the spawn room as long as possible to keep the ghost from moving areas

For the most part, if you think you're on the hunt for Mare evidence in Phasmophobia, you'll want to stay co?gnizant of light and dark. Keep tabs on light switches and make sure you're not in a situation where you're stuck in the dark for a lengthy period. Follow those steps and you should get the evidence and be on your way.

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Although Phasmophobia is a game built around team investigations, some of you may like t??he idea of going it alone. Part of the thrill of horror gaming is testing your own mettle in an isolated setting, shut off from the comfort of group banter. Expect paranoia.

To that end, Kinetic Games' ghost-hunting title does allow for solo play, which makes for a somewhat more intense experience overall. It is, of course, entirely possible? to complete an investigation without help from others.

However, it can be a little more trying without adequate backup, so I'm throwing a few tips your way. These should allow you to be more prepared when deciding to play sans friends. And as the old saying goes: in Phasmophobia, no one can hear your frightened whimpers.

(NOTE?: for any "mad lads" who are eager to dismiss all the below, feel free to go about your day disregarding this guide. And remember to kiss your dad on the lips when you see him next)

Stick with smaller maps

Phasmo currently has 12 maps, each one rife with ghostly activity. Of these, a few of them are more suited for solo investigations. Now, veterans out there may be able to cope with the immense size of Sunny Meadows or the Pris?on, but it's generally a good idea to stick with some of the smaller locations; the houses, including the farmhouses, and possibly Camp Woodwind.

The reason for this is simply a c??ase of not being able to cover all the areas effectively when on your own. The bigger maps are built for teams of people, so playing alone is more of an exercise in frustration as you move from room to room, struggling to pinpoint where the ghost even is.

While there are more rewards for completing larger maps, the difference between something like Grafton Farmhouse and Brownstone High School is about $25. Add onto that the time you'll be spending wandering these locations means it's probably not worth that extra bonus. Tangle?wood and Ridgeview may be small and feel like beginner maps, but they're pretty quick if you just want to get in and out with some earned cash.

Avoid playing above Professional difficulty

Look, I'm not telling you what you should be doing. All I'm saying is, i??f you're relatively new to the game or you typically play with friends, you might not want to make your investigations any more stressful. If you're absolutely dead s?et on playing in Nightmare or Insanity mode, please feel free to skip to the next section.

Much like playing on larger levels, playing on higher difficulties does reap more rewards. However, I usually don't go above Professional. Once you go beyond this, you'll find things can be trickier, not just in terms of your sanity levels, but how you go about findi??ng the ghost.

For starters, the apparition won't give all three pieces of evidence. Seeing as you need three to truly identify which type it is, playing solo on Nightmare or Insanity (or a custom difficulty you've set) will require a lot more detective work. If you're not familiar with the characteristics of each ghost in Phasmophobia, missing one or two pieces of evidenc??e? can turn a fun investigation into a bit of chore. That and there are fewer places to hide. Speaking of which...

Seek out all hiding spots before you begin

You could argue that this is good advice even in team games. However, it's important to know that when playing solo, the ghost is going to target you specifically, so you need a backup. You can't sit in the comfort of the van while your friend runs around like a blue-arsed fly trying to avoid being killed.

When entering the location, look f??or any possible places to hide should a hunt ensue during your investigation. This could be an empty closet, a little alcove formed out of wooden planks that have been propped up, a space behind an armchair, inside your own imagination. Maybe not?? that last one.

This is partly why I would rec?ommend playing on easier difficulties. Amateur and Intermediate modes give you a grace period at the start to set up before your investigation begins (as well as more hiding places). While the clock is ticking, you at least get a bit of time to seek out those al?l-important spots for the inevitable ghostly ass-kicking that's coming your way.

Don't worry about the additional objectives

As well as playing on more challenging difficulties, one of the best ways to make a decent amount of money in Phasmophobia is to complete as many objectives as possible. Identifying the ghost is the main one that you need to do in order for it to be a successful investigation, ?but the extra tasks give you more to do with more rewards.

If you are hellbent on just making as mu??ch cash as you can in one go, then the additional objectives are the way to do it. But they are entirely optional, so they can be ignored if you're playing alone and just want to experience a good old-fashioned ghost hunt.

Some objectives may even require having extra people anyway, such as taking a photo of the ghost. If you're on y?our own and your hands are already full, if you don't have a Photo Camera at your disposal, that's one task you can easily miss when the apparition suddenly appears. If you're not sure about completing the extra objectives, just stick with the main job at hand.

Take advantage of the Video Camera

In single-player, you can only really depend on your own eyes. There's no one else there to verify evidence.? As such, there can be a bit of trial and error when playing alone??. Fortunately, the game gives you all the tools you need at your disposal, such as the Video Camera.

While mainly used to find D.O.T.S. and ghost orbs in Phasmophobia, the Video Camera is also a great way to keep an eye on other equipment. From the comfort of the van, you can monitor what's going on in complete safety. Setting up items from the camera's viewpoint means you can potentially be on the lookout for more than one piece of ?evidence.

As you can see in the image above, I've placed a Ghost Writing Book, D.O.T.S. Projector, Tier 1 Thermometer, and? a Crucifix next to each other. I can then place the Video Camera down, which will allow me to watch all these items from a distance. It does, however, help if you have a greater tier camera, which will boast higher quality images.

Safety first!

The crux of Phasmophobia is deciphering what apparition is haunting the location before said apparition can hunt you down and kill you. While you can never truly tell when this will happen, i??t's often a good idea to try and prev?ent such a thing before it's too late.

If you have a Crucifix or two, placing them in the ghost room will give you a radius of protection, stopping the ghost from initiating a hunt ?two? times. This will buy you a bit of extra time to continue your investigation, especially if you're dealing with something like a Demon.

Also, keep an eye on your sanity levels. Nightmare and above will leave you with broken monitors in the van, so it makes it more difficult to know how close you are to a hunt. Utilizing sanity pills, only using Cursed Possession items when absolutely necessary, and not saying? the ??ghost's name too often are good ways of making sure you make it out unscathed.

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The team behind Phasmophobia has put a lot of effort into creating a more grounded ghost hunting experience. I, for o??ne, applaud the developer's efforts to realistically depict someone who can barely run for three seconds (I am? so out of shape, I'm non-euclidean).

What else makes it such an intriguing horror game is the pretty accurate array of tools to help you identify spectral beings. One of those is a good old-fashioned thermometer, as some Phas ghosties turn their room into popsicles wit?h freezing temps.

We're all aware �whether we're believers or not �that ghostly activity is typically linked with a sudden drop in temperatures; sometimes referred to as "cold spots." Phasmo embraces that idea, so ??we're going to take a quick look at the game's Thermometers an?d how each tier can help you identify what type of apparition you're dealing with.

How does the Thermometer in Phasmophobia work?

We've all been there. We've all experienced? illness where we've been left to sweat it out in bed. We all know what it's like to have a thermometer jammed into our mouth and other orifices (orifi?). If you're old school, it's waiting to see that red or blue line move up the scale, letting you know there's no? P.E. for you today (hoorah!).

You know how they work, even if you don't know how they work. Well, the ones in Phasmo are exactly the same. The game in??corporates? environmental temperatures into each investigation. All ghosts and ghost rooms will see temperatures drop, which clues you into where you should focus on.

However, it's the presence of subzero temperatures that are a big clue, as only some apparitions will make temperatures drop that low. It used to be that seeing your foggy breath was a surefire way to determine whether you were in a free??zing room or not. Over time, though, the Thermometer has become more important.

The three Tiers of the Thermometer

Like all items in Phasmophobia—such as the Spirit ??Box—the?? Thermometer comes in three tiers:

Thermometer unlock requirements:

• T1 Thermometer, available immediately
• T2 Thermometer, level 36
• T3 Thermometer, level 64

Weirdly, the Tier 1 Thermometer is arguably the best one. As it's just a simple one with the classic red liquid inside that rises or falls, it works passively. This means you only have to hold it in your hand and wait a couple of seconds to see a real-time change in temperatures. Also, ?because it's non-digital, it doesn't get interfered with during a ghost hunt, which also makes it a vit??al in challenges banning electrical equipment.

Tier 2 and ?Tier 3 are digital, giving visual readouts on a small screen. While they work by emitting a ray a short distance in front of you—thus giving you a reading from further away—they require more interaction. For starters, you need to turn them on. Then, when you need to take a reading, you hold down the right-mouse button (default). The difference between Tier 2 and Tier 3 is the latter provides a much ?quicker reading.

Some additional tips for freezing temps

The Thermometer in Phasmophobia is a pretty straightforward, though ultimately useful, tool in helping you identify the ghost type. However, for that extra dose ??of help, here are some tips and things to consider when using it:

• The temperature readout is set to Celsius by default. You can change it to Fahrenheit in the settings.
• A lot of players find the Tier 1 Thermometer superior to the other two for reasons already mentioned.
• When deciding where the ghost room is, be on the lookout for temperatures in single digits (for Celsius). Some suggest around 5°, but I often find anything below 10° should be a good indication.
• Do be wary of cold weather or investigating outside locations, such as Maple Lodge Campsite, as temperatures will naturally be a bit colder so you may need to wait for much lower readouts to be certain.
• All three tiers cost $30 in the store.

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If you have yet to join the ghost-hunting sensation that is Phasmophobia, well...that's totally fine??. You're free to do as you please. I do, however, think you're missing out, especially if you're into horror. But the fact that you're here suggests you are actually looking to play the game. You know what, forget I said anything.

When it comes to investigating haunted locations, most of us know that one of the most classic pieces of "evidence" people typically come across is the ghost orb. For those who d??on't know, these are little specs of �what appears to be �d??ust that floats about and often lead many to conclude an apparition is present. It could also just be dust. Some paranormal investigators even dismiss them as proof, but they are a mainstay of ghost hunts.

As such, Phasmo includes these as a way to help you narrow down what you're dealing with. Now, in the real world, you can't normally see orbs without the use of a camera (usu??ally digita??l). So to that end, the game provides three Tiers of Video Camera that you can use for your investigation.

How does the Video Camera in Phasmophobia work?

Like with any type of camera with video recording functionality, the ones in Phasmophobia a??re great for distance surveillance. Setting one up in a room means you can watch from the safety of the van, monitoring any unusual activity.

It can also be used to watch other equipment, such as seeing whether? the ghost walks through the D.O.T.S. ??Projector or tampers with the Ghost Writing Book.

The Video Camera also has a night-vision feature. This is especially useful for helping you see your way around when the lights go out. However, its main purpose it to help you see whether an??y ghost orbs are in the vicinity. There are three Tiers of Video Cameras, each essential to an investigation.

The three Tiers of the Phasmophobia Video Camera

The Video Camera is a "starter" equipment in Phasmo. This means you always have it with you when you load up a map. They are easy to use in the game, but also quite powerful. When you pick it up in the van at the beginning, the viewfinder will be closed. However, as soon as you exit and head towards the main area of the map, it will automa??????????????????????????tically open up.

When walking around the location, keeping an eye on the night vision will allow you to spot any ghost orbs that are nearby. When you see one, they may float in one di?re?ction, but can also change course. As the game doesn't really have any dust, seeing this is your clue that you're in the right area.

The Tier 1 Video Camera is very much the baseline of this piece of equipment. While it does have a viewfinder, it's very small with extremely low resolution. The night vision is also a blurry green, so seeing through it can be quite difficult when it's in your hand. Placing it on a surface or tripod means you can go back to the van and keep an eye on it from the monitor, but ev??en this is low-quality.

Tier 2 is much better, with a clearer and much larger display screen, giving you a crisper night-vision image overall. Tier 3 is where it's at, though??. Having a bigger viewfinder still (that's always up) and the best resolution, you could argue that this is even a good substitute for the? flashlight.

All three Video Cameras can be placed down, such as on the aforementioned tripods. T??his means you don't have to hold it constantly, making it a great way to investigate safely while still keeping a watchful eye on any ghost orbs floating into view.

Some Video Camera tips

An all-around useful piece of equipment, Phasmophobia's Video Camera works in tandem with other items to help you detective-ly (that's a word, right?) solve the puzz?le of which ghost you have on your hands. Here are some things to consider when using it:

• During snowy weather, snowflakes can often appear as ghost orbs on the Video Camera. Be wary of this, and try to keep the item facing away from windows if at all possible.
• The Mimic gives ghost orbs as evidence. I'm mentioning this as it's a secret fourth clue that the game doesn't tell you about. This isn't about the Video Camera itself, but I still think it's worth mentioning.
• Make sure all lights where you've set the item up are off to enable stronger night vision.
• As mentioned earlier, setting up other equipment nearby (such as the Ghost Writing Book) means you can use the Video Camera to watch multiple things at once, making things much easier, at least with Tier 2 and Tier 3.
• You can remotely switch between night-vision and regular view from the computer in the van, as well as switch between multiple Video Cameras if you have more than one setup.
• All three items cost $50 in the store.

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Many of you long-time Phasmophobia fans may well be getting a kick out of the recent Easter 2024 event. Those who are looking to start playing the game �or have been away for a long time �may have questions. In particular, how the ?Spirit Box in Phasmophobia works has changed in small, but sometimes unclear, ways.

Questions such as: What does it mean when I see the red light on the Spirit Box? Or; why won't my mother return my calls? The first I can help with, the second... that may be beyond my expertise, I'm afraid. Keeping it light, let's take a look at the three different types of Spirit Boxes in Phasmophobia and how you utilize each one. There's a? difference in T1, T2, and T3, and some of those may net you a better success rate with calls.

How does the Spirit Box work in Phasmophobia?

There are 20 pieces of equipment in total to support your ghost-hunting antics. Of those, eight of them are what's known as "starter" items. These are instruments and tools included in your investigation loadout. The Spirit Box is among them, and if you've ever watched a paranormal TV show before?, you're probably already familiar with how they work.

For tho??se who are completely new to them, a Spirit Box in the real world works by emitting a white noise signal via r?adio waves. Once it's turned on, it begins rapidly cycling through a range of frequencies.

The theory goes that a coherent word or sentence shouldn't be audible via a radio station that's being picked up, as the Spirit Box is cycling too fast and can only pick up bits of sounds. As such, when the investigator does manage to decipher something cogent or clear, it could well be a ghost trying to communicate (or it's auditory pareidolia).

Phasmophobia's Spirit Box Controls

The Spirit Boxes in Phasmo function in the same manner, essentially allowing you to attempt to speak to the apparition in a call-and-response type of experim?ent.

The Voice Activation microphone setting should trigger the Spirit Box automatically. Otherwise, for Local Push to Talk, press V; for Global Push to Talk, press B. Af?ter asking a question, watch your respective tier's indicators for signs the ghost heard you.??

How to use the T1 Spirit Box in Phasmophobia

As you can imagine, the Tier 1 Spirit Box is fairly basic. It still works, but is more primitive. For starters, it's just a basic AM/FM radio with no display and a weaker response signal. Also, you must be within three meters of the ghost's location in order for i?t to work.

The bottom-right hand corner is what you want to be looking at. When the game detects your microphone, it will ??show a blue light. A red light indicates the Spirit Box (and thus the game) has heard a valid response from you. Finally, the white "ghost" icon is for when you've asked a valid questio?n and the apparition has responded.

How to use the T2 Spirit Box, plus its requirements

The T2 Spirit Box is the one pretty much all Phasmophobia players know, as it was the default Spirit Box right from the start??. Not only does this look like a more advanced version of Tier 1, it's also the only version with a visual display.

For Tier 2, you can be a bit further away, with the ghost being able to pick it up from four meters. Because there is a small screen, it's a lot easier to know whether the Spirit Box is working (that and the audio cues, of course). The?? audio for ghost responses should be ??more clear, too.

The top-left corner displays a microphone icon when it detects your mic. When you speak, the bottom-right shows an X for a valid question that the game ??recognizes, and a ghost icon when there is a paranormal response.

The Tier 2 Spirit Box unlocks at Level 27.

How the T3 Spirit Box works, plus level requirements

Although it's the most advanced Spirit Box when compared to ??the other two, Tier 3 doesn't have a display. However, it doesn't really need one wit??h such stellar audio quality.

This one also has light indicators to let you know what's going on. It can be a bit confusing seeing as there appears to be a lot going on with this Spirit Box. In a nutshell: the white light on the right sort of halfway down the item lets you know the mic has been picked u??p.

The array lights along the bottom are where you receive responses. If it glows white, it means the game recognized your question, but there's no response. When it glows red, that's when you're in ghost town. It also works from five meters away.

The Tier 3 Spirit Box unlocks at Level 54.

What questions can you ask the Spirit Box?

You may now ?be wondering what type of things you can ask?? through the Spirit Box. My, you are full of questions today. But that's good, given what we're talking about.

Below are all the questions you can ask? for a potential answer:

• Where are you?
• Are you close?
• Give us a sign?
• Speak to us.
• Can you talk?
• Are you here?
• Is there a ghost here?
• What is your location?
• Show yourself.
• Are you friendly?
• What do you want?
• Why are you here?
• Do you want to hurt us?
• Should we leave?
• How old are you?
• Are you a child?
• Are you old?
• Are you young?

Quick tip: Remember, the ghost can only respond if you're within a certain range. If you're not getting anything, make sure you're in the ghost's location or as close to where you think the ghost is. It's also a good idea to use the Spirit Box pretty early on in the investigation, just in case the appari?tion changes rooms.

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So you've decided you want to be cursed while playing Phasmophobia. Despite being a pretty terrifying horror experience �especially for newcomers �Kinetic Games' ghost h??unting sensation has a heavy focus on detective work and deduction rather than just straight-up scares. Investigate first, piss pants later. That's my motto (spoiler: it isn't).

The crux of the game is to use your powers of logic to successfully work out who the culprit is. Think the board game Clue, but with more palpitations. To aid you, there is a lot of equipment to help you narrow things down. There are also Cursed Possessions that are an optiona?l method of finding the ghost. However, they're called "cursed" for a reason.

One of the newer editions in Phasmophobia is the Monkey Paw. This dismembered and shriveled hand allows you to make certain wishes to give you a bit of a leg up. But there's a terribl?e price to pay. So with that, let'??s take a look at what type of wishes you can make, and how it will ultimately lead to your untimely death.

Ghost-based wises

Like the other Cursed Possessions, the Monkey Paw has a one in seven chance of spawning on the map. It's a powerful tool that can help out, but also lead you to more danger. These are the wishes you can make that relate t??o the ghost itself (NOTE: this is specifically for those using the game’s voice recognition):

Player-based wishes

You can mess about with the ghost if that's your bag. However, the Monkey Paw is also us??eful when you want to give yourself a bit of an advantage. The??re are still some dangers involved, though. You have been warned (again).

Other wishes

The Monkey Paw c?an also have an effect on the things outside yourself and the ghost. Much like the others, these wishes can be pretty powerful when used ca??refully.

It's worth mentioning that all the wish??es for the Monkey Paw can be found on the Sunny Meadows map. You'll find them written on tags in the following places:

• Manager's office
• Chapel
• Female dorm room
• Kitchen
• Matron's office 1
• Hospital wing
• Classroom
• Restricted area
• Morgue
• Waiting room

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The great appeal of Phasmophobia is playing ghost hunter, investigating a number of locations to determine which apparition is keeping its occupants up at night. Along the way, you're given the tools ?needed to pinpoint exactly which spirit type is about to haunt your ass.

Each ghost also has a number of traits that help you to identify what you're dealing with, even without the use of a night vision camera or D.O.T.??S projector.

Additionally, the game has a number of Cursed Possessions. While they can be of great help, the name strongly implies there's a Faustian bargain accompanying them, which can result in your demise. One of those is the Monkey Paw, so we'll break down how said Monkey Paw and its Cursed Wishes work in Phasmophobia.

What is a Monkey Paw?

In folklore and popular culture, a monkey paw is pretty much what it sounds like. It's the mummified hand of a (presumably dead) monkey which, when used by the person holding it, they're given the gift of Monkey Paw wishes. It first appeared in the 1902 short story The Monkey's Paw by W.W. Jacobs.

Each wish results in one of the paw's digits curling in on itself. Thus, the user has up to five wishes at their disposal. However, it's called a "cursed" item for a reason �there's a punishment for every wish granted. In the original story, Herbert wishes for money. The next day, his son is ki?lled while working at a local factory, leading Herbert to receive a cash settlement for the exact amount he wished for.

So, what's with the Phasmophobia Monkey Paw?

The Monkey Paw in Phasmophobia is essentially that. It was added to the game in February 2023 and is the seventh Cursed Possession? item to be featured, alongside the Music Box??, Summoning Circle, Tarot Cards, Haunted Mirror, Voodoo Doll, and the Ouija Board.

It takes its inspiration from the original Monkey Paw story, too. So think of it in similar terms, if the Monke??y Paw does you a favor, there's always gonna be a price to pay for it.

How do you use the Monkey Paw in Phasmophobia?

Like the other Cursed Possession items, the Monk?ey Paw has a chance to spawn in the map location. However, you can force it to appear by selecting it in the custom difficulty settings before beginning an investigation (un??der the "contract" tab).

When you find the Monkey Paw (like the others, it always spawns in a specific place), all of its digits are upright, meaning it's good to go. To make a wish (between three and five, depending on the reward multiplier set at the start), it's simply a case of using the game's voice recognition ??feature, similar to the Spirit Box. Of course, if you can't �or simply don't want to �use a micropho??ne, there is a text-based option as well.

However, beware of the consequences! Each time you make a wish �and a finger curls inwards �you risk initiating a hunt. See, the Monkey Paw can be very useful, but, much like in the original short story, it can lead to disaster. For example: wishing for more sanity restores 50% of your sanity, but the Monkey Paw Curse adds a multiplier of 1.5 to your sanity drain rate. Likewise, if you wish for the exit door to unlock, it will do so, but will also slow your speed down for a few s??econds.

What can you wish for with the Monkey Paw?

There are a number of Monkey Paw wishes you can ask for that Phasmophobia ?recognizes. This can range from wishing for a clear sky to wishing to see the ghost its??elf, to even wishing for a player who's died to come back to life. Some questions you can ask the Monkey Paw include:

• Restore sanity
• Reveal the ghost room
• Witness activity
• Trap the ghost
• Unlock the exit
• Revive a friend
• Change the weather

Similar to usin??g the Ouija Board or Voodoo Doll, it's typically best to employ the Monkey Paw away from the ghost room if at all possible. At least that way, you have a chance to hide should a hunt begin. Oh, and if you're using voice recognition, be careful what you say while holding the item, as it's?? known to unintentionally interpret speech as a wish.

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Every Sunday evening, I play Phamophobia with my friend from Canada. We boot up Discord, I crack open a can of craft?? beer (I'm really into craft beers at the moment � yes, I have a beard), and we put our game faces on. Now, we've been playing on and off for several years at this point, but for those who are just joining the ghost-hunting sensation, there are some things you may wa??nt to know beforehand.

First off: there are ghosts. This is hardly mind-blowing information. Even if you haven't played the game, you're probably vaguely familiar with the concept. However, it's important to know that there are several ghosts you'll encounter o??ver the course of your investigations. Not only that, but they have different characteristics to help you identify a specific one.

So if you're new to Phasmophobia, or you're getting back into it for the recent Easter 2024 event, consider this g??uide a bit of a cheat sheet for all the p??ossible ghosts you can identify.

Banshee

Typically noted for their wailing screech, these ghosts are often depicted in popular culture as?? creepy girls or women with gaping mouths. Because of the screaming.

One key trait of a Banshee is its distinctive screech. Using the parabolic microphone, it's possible to pick up this scream (directly into your ears. Splendid). However, it's not a guarantee, with around a 33% chance of a scream being heard, but if you do hear it, yep: ?that's a banshee.

They also typically target ?one partic??ular player, so be on the lookout for one member of your party being singled out.

Evidence

• Ultraviolet
• Ghost orb
• D.O.T.S.

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

Demon

The dreaded Demon. This is def??initely one of the ghosts you hope is not the subject of your investigation. An absolute staple in horror, demonic beings are the type to make even those of no faith make considerable changes to their underwear budget. They're fierce ne'er-do-wells, is what I'm saying.

Phasmophobia's Demons are no better. They're the ones most players dread. Whereas most other ghosts will have the common decency to wait until your sanity is down to a certain threshold, these ass-baskets can initiate a hunt at any point. Yes, I've literally walked into a home to start the investiga?tion only to have the door immediately slam behi??nd me.

However, to balance this poop-inducing ability, the range of the crucifix is 50% larger than for other ghosts?. So you got that going for y?ou.

Evidence

• Ultraviolet
• Ghost writing
• Freezing temperatures

Hunts at: whenever the hell it feels like it.

Deogen

The first on this list that many may not be too familiar with. In legend, the Deogen (sometimes spelled "De Ogen") is of Belgian descent, sa??id to haunt the Sonian Forest. However, in this case, they've chosen to hang around the confines of a pretty lush, suburban household.

These spirits can be almost as deadly as a Demon, in that they know where the player is h??iding during a hunt. Be on the listen for footsteps that are much faster than normal, as this probably means your hiding spot has been compromised. Conversely, they'll walk slowly when near their victims.

Feeling brave? If so, you can identify a Deogen by its "flicker" when it appears for a hunt. When "deo" thy see, longer visibility thar be, if the old saying is to be believed.

Evidence

• Spirit box
• Ghost writing
• D.O.T.S.

Hunts at: 40% sanity.

Goryo

Similar to a Banshee, a Goryo (sometimes written out as "Gory�") is said to be a vengeful ghost of Japanese origin. In Phasmophobia, the?re is actually a very neat way to immediately identify whether you have this ghost type on? your hands.

See, a Goryo will show itself via the D.O.T.S. projector. However, they'll only be visible through a camera lens or screen.? When playing by yourself, if you hold the video camera in the direction of the D?.O.T.S. (but not too close) and you see the ghost through the viewfinder but not with your own eyes, you've got 'em.

They also do??n't typica??lly wander too far from their favorite room, so that should help you focus in on one area.

Evidence

• EMF 5
• Ultraviolet
• D.O.T.S.

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

Hantu

Here we move into more Indonesian territory, with a ghost that �accord?ing to folklore �may not always be malevolent. However, what sort of ghost hunting horror game would it be if there was a frie?ndly spirit?

Hantu's are noted for having an aversion to lights, which means it's more than likel??y to turn the breaker itself off. It will also never turn the breaker on, either.

They also love the cold, and can be identified du??ring a hunt by the foggy breath that's emitted near its head. On the opposite end of this??, they move a lot slower in warm areas during a hunt. When it begins to roam, you may notice the speed of its footsteps change as it moves from a colder room to a warmer one.

Evidence

• Ghost orb
• Freezing temperatures
• Ultraviolet

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

Jinn

The Jinn is of Islamic folklore, but many of us in the west typically know them as the Genie. But you won't be granted any wishes when this spirit comes a-knockin' in Phasmophobia. Not even if one of your wishes is, "I w??ish I wa??sn't being killed by a Jinn right now."

These spectral pieces-of-work are known to be quite speedy during hunts, but onl?y when the fuse box is on, it has line-of-sight of its target, and it's more than three meters away.

Also, unlike the Hantu, a Jinn will never turn the breaker off, but there is a chance it can lower a player's sanity quite dramatically while showing EMF 2 or EMF 5 at said breaker. Lot?s to think about there.

Evidence

• EMF 5
• Ultraviolet
• Freezing temperatures

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

Mare

As in "night-mare?" According to the myth: yes, absolutely. This spirit is the reason we may wake up in a cold sweat in our beds. Now you know who to blame when you have terrifying dreams about bumping into your old principal in the local Fuddruckers while you have no clothes o??n. And your principal is now a clown.

Not too dissimilar to a Hantu, a Mare prefers the soothing embrace of darkness, so it is li?kely to switch any lights off that have been turned on. Incensed with lighting, it even has a higher chance of ?exploding light bulbs. However, it can still turn the TV on.

As a result, a Mare can initiate a?? hunt at a slightly higher sanity level in a dark ??room, so turning lights on can help keep you safe for a bit longer. But be warned, the ghost can immediately turn lights off as soon as you switch them on.

Evidence

• Spirit box
• Ghost orb
• Ghost writing

Hunts at: 60% sanity with lights off, and 40% with lights on (NOTE: once?? the 40% threshold has been reached, turning lights on won't reduce the chance of a Mare hunt).

Moroi

I'm never quite sure how to pronounce this: M'roy, Mo-rah, Mo-row-ee? Whatever. These are actually vampire ghosts from Romanian folklore, but they won't suck your blood and go "blah." They do,? however, suck to encounter in the game.

The Moroi in Phasmophobia feeds on weakness. Essentially, the lower a player's sanity is, the faster this spirit is during hunts. However, this can be rectified by taking sanity pills. But you're still in the midst of a hunt, so you're not out of the woods yet (unless you'?re not in the woods to begin with, but I digress). It can also curse the player (intensify sanity drainage?) if they hear a response using the spirit box or through the parabolic microphone.

You can, however, subdue an advancing Moroi by using in??cen??se, which makes it so it can't see the player for longer than with other ghosts (7.5 seconds instead of the usual 5).

Evidence

• Spirit box
• Ghost writing
• Freezing temperatures

Hunts a??t: 50% sanity, but will move quicker as sanity becomes lower.

Myling

It's become pretty evident so far that there are many more different types?? of ghosts in myths and legends than a lot of us initially suspected. The Myling comes from Scandinavia and is a ghost of the child killed by its parents. Charming. Also, it's pronounced "mew-leeng," apparently. I literally just found that out. I've been making a fool of myself this whole time.

When trying to identify a Myling in Phasmophobia, an easy method (like with a lot of ghosts) is to listen out for its footsteps during a hunt. I say listen out, as these ghost types are quieter? than others, so fainter steps and vocal sounds are a good indicator.

Th??ey also make more frequent paranormal sounds, which can be picked up through the parabolic mic. Don't always count on this method? though, but it is at least one more trait of a Myling.

Evidence

• EMF 5
• Ultraviolet
• Ghost writing

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

Obake

We return to Japan for this one. The Obake is said to be a type of Yokai (more on these later) and are notable for being shape-shifters. If you're wondering whether the Phasmophobia team did t?h?eir homework for this ghost type, you'd be right on the money.

Yes, just like in folklore, this specter can change its form. When hunting, if you notice the ghost model change during the ghost's flicker, you're right in Obake territory. However, it's not always a guarantee, but there are other thin??gs beside the usual evidence you can look out for.

Perhaps th?e most famous of this is its ultraviolet imprint. During an investigation, if yo??u notice a handprint that has six digits instead of the usual five, you absolutely have an Obake. Again, it won't always happen. It's something like a one in six chance. See also: two fingerprints on a light switch instead of one.

Evidence

• EMF 5
• Ultraviolet (natch)
• Ghost orb

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

Oni

According to the myth (yes, it's from Japan), Onis are hulking figures that may have horns, tusks, and/or sharp claws. Is anyone else immediately picturing the dinosaurs from Jurassic Park??? Much like the Obake above, these are also types of Yokai (again, we'll get to them).

In Phasmophobia, the Oni is more active when players are nearby, so if there's a bunch of you in the room and things start flying off the shelves, it could be something other than your typical Poltergeist. Speaking of ghost events, they ?also don't do that? weird thing where you see a small bit of mist floating by followed by a loud, breathy vocal sound. You know the one I'm talking about.

During a hunt, Onis also have a chance to appear in full for longer periods, meaning their flickering is shorter. So many of these i?dentifiable traits seem to involve standing and looking at ghost??s as they hunt, it seems.

Evidence

• EMF 5
• Freezing temperatures
• D.O.T.S.

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

Onryo

This might be just me and my friend, but we often refer to these as "onion rings." Because of the name, you see (please don't leave). I mentioned earlier how the Banshee was the type of thing you might see in the Grudge. Well, in fact, the Onryo is closer to this type of ghost. Sorry to be a?? tease like that.

As you?? may have gathered from the image above, identifying an Onryo can be done using a flame. An Onryo is more likely to extinguish a lit candle. However, doing so can initiate a hunt, but the use of a flame itself c??an pacify the ghost making it less likely to hunt. Go figure.

Basically, it's worth being cautious of how?? effective you want this startegy to be. Some might say going into a house that's haunted by a dangerous spirit is not worth the risk at all. But they're not you though, amirite? Onryo's can also hunt at a ??higher sanity threshold than other ghosts, so be wary of that.

Evidence

• Spirit box
• Ghost orb
• Freezing temperatures

Hunts at: 60% sanity.

Phantom

A classic of any haunted house story. The Phantom is not just for operas or pregnancies. Although they can often be interpreted as being a dreamlike ghost, which sounds quite nice in a weird way. But the one in Phasmo is more deadly than you might think.

F??or starters, it will drain your sanity quite significantly if you look directly at it. The Phantom also appears to be quite shy, in that it doesn't show up in photos, but taking a photo of it d??uring a hunt will make it disappear temporarily, though you may still be able to hear it.

Having said that, if one of your objectives is to capture a photograph of the ghost, it will still count, even though you wo?n't be able to see it in the image itself. Also, a Phantom may be invisible (i.e. the amount of time b??etween flickers) for longer during a hunt.

Evidence

• Spirit box
• Ultraviolet
• D.O.T.S.

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

Poltergeist

Whether you believe in ghosts or not, if you've ever seen an object fall over apparently of its own volition, chances are you've thought, "oh no. A poltergeist. Who am I going to call?" The Enfield haunting (which the film The Conjuring 2 is based on) is probably the most famous Poltergeist story in British history, so it's not surprising it's in Phasmophobia.

As you would expect, this ghost type is known for interacting with objects, sometimes even more than one. During a hunt, you'll also likely n?otice all manner of items being thrown about hither and thither and yon, to the tune of one ever 0.5 seconds.

One tip is to build what some may call a "polty pile." This involves gathering a selection of objects and building a small pile in the ghost room. If you witness them being thrown about with wreckless abandon, ?chances are it's a Po??ltergeist. However, it's worth saying that other ghosts can also interacte with the environment, so further detective work may still be needed.

Evidence

• Spirit box
• Ultraviolet
• Ghost writing

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

Raiju

With a name that means "thunder beasts," the Raiju could well be the Thor of the ghost world. Expect it definitely isn't. It's (you g?uessed it) a Japanese spirit that is said to fall down from the sky on a lightning bolt during thunderstorms. So way better than Thor, in fact??.

It won't surprise you, therefore, that Raijus are known to interfere with electronics. Now, other ghosts can do similar, but this one does so from further away, disrupting equipment from 15 meters instea of ten. It also siph?ons power to increase its speed and aggression. Som?eone get Mr. Marvel on the phone, stat.

Additionally, it can initiate a hunt at a higher sanity threshold when near electronic equipment??. You might have to become a bit more luddite with this one. Go a bit analog. Bit old school.

Evidence

• EMF 5
• Ghost orb
• D.O.T.S.

Hunts at: 65% when near electronic equipment, but 50% ?otherwise.

Revenant

We're in the big leagues now, peeps (do people still say "peeps"?). Deriving from the French verb "to return," a Revenant is often depicted as a revived corpse. It's not quite the same as a zombie, but it certainly seems to share similar charact?e?rtistics.

In any case, much like the Demon, Revenants are feared by a lot of Phasmo players. Noted for its violent tendencies, it will absolutely make a beeline for any player it ??catches in its sights d??uring hunts. This not only makes it dangerous, but pretty terrifying as well.

However, if there's one saving grace, it will walk quite slowly when it's not actively targeting a player, so hiding is probably your best weapon in this regard. You? utter, utter coward.

Evidence

• Ghost orb
• Ghost writing
• Freezing temperatures

hunts at: 50% sanity.

Shade

Residing within the underworld, Shades are simply the spirit of a dead person. They're familiar in a lot of cultures and have appeared in notable classic texts, such as Homer's Odyssey and Dante's Divine Comedy. There???. I bet you didn't think you'd get a quick lesson in literature when you started reading this.

Anyone familiar with Phasmophobia will probably feel a sense of relief when they hear about the Shade, especia??lly in counter to the Revenant. One thing to note about these is they are known for being shy, which can make identifying them a bit more difficult.

They are also quite forgiving, in t??hat they don't enter a hunt state when people are nearby. This means you're likely to have an easier time during an investigation. A good rule of thumb we use is: if you've been investigating for some time and there's been little to no activity, there's a good chance it's a Shade.

Evidence

• EMF 5
• Ghost writing
• Freezing temperatures

Hunts at: 35% sanity.

Spirit

We often use the term "spirit" interchangably with "ghost." I've been guilty of it myself in this article. This is very much the bread and butter of the spectral world, to the point where it's basically the default in Phasmophobia.

The unique thing about the Spirit is that it doesn't actually have any distinctive traits. You could get into a socialogical argument about whether the absense of any notable charactertics is, in its own sense, a charactertistic. To that end, if you notice t?he ghost does not have any special behaviour, you may have a Spiri?t on your hands.

One way you can check is with incense. When used in?? the ghost room, it will prevent the Spirit from going into a hunt for 180 blissful seconds (double what it normally is). However, outside that, you have nothing to go on. Well, except all the obvious evidence, of course.

Evidence

• EMF 5
• Spiri box
• ghost writing

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

Thaye

Despite hearing people refer to it as a "tie??," I have it on good authority that it's actually pronounced "thuh-yeh." Don't say you never learn anything from my articles. These are known to be disembodied spirits that hail from Mayanmar folklore, often said to appear either at noon or night. I suppose it depends on how long they'??ve slept in.

Thayes are very unique to Phasmophobia in that they actually age the longer the investigation goes on. This means their behaviour can be different depening on how much time has passed. They will start off being quite aggressive with a greater chance of hunting at a higher sanity ??threshold, but will become weaker as your investigation goes on.

Yo??u sho??uld be able to check this if the location has a Ouija board. The ghost will give an older response when asked its age. However, that way madness lies, so just be wary of a decrease in activity and aggression.

Evidence

• Ghost orb
• Ghost writing
• D.O.T.S.

Hunts at: 75% s?anity to be??gin with, but goes as low as 15% over time.

The Mimic

As you've noticed, I've been making use of these opening paragraphs to fill you in one some of the folklore behind Phasmophobia's ghosts. But ?there doesn't apppear to be anything about this one's cultural significance or country of origin. So let's just sit in silence until the next paragraph.

That was fast. As the name suggests, the Mimic is a tricksy character. As such, it's capable of imitating the behavior of other ghosts. While this makes it a lot more unpredictable, astute ghost?? hunters who notice a difference in patterns and charactertistics ??may be able to identify a Mimic.

However, there is a simpler solution. See, this ghost type is the only one in the game?? that actually leaves four pieces of evidence. It's kind of a well-known secret, if you will, so if you notice a ghost orb despite marking d??own three other types of evidence...boom. Mimic.

Evidence

• Spirit box
• Ultraviolet
• Freezing temperatures
• Ghost orb (secret evidence)

Hunts at: 50% sanity

The Twins

Much like the Mimic, there isn't really any IRL lore surrounding the Twins. What you can probably deduce from the name alone is that it's actually two ghosts in one complete package. Bonus fact: ?I'm a twin in real life. Is that an interesting fact? Not really. But it's true, and isn't that the real treasure here?? (The answer is no)

In Phasmo, a huge charactertistic of the Twins is its (their) ability to interact with the environment in different rooms simultaneously. As such, on larger maps especially, it can be easy to get confused about which r?oom th??e ghost(s) is in. That can work to your advantage, as noticing things move in one room but also in another, much further room, most likely means it's the Twins.

Another way is ?through the hunt (isn't is always). Basically, one hunt will come with slow footsteps, while the next one will be faster. Given this, it just takes two hunts to narrow down this ghost type if you're unsure.

Evidence

• EMF 5
• Spirit box
• Freezing

Hunts at: 50% sanity. It should be noted that evidence is only fou??nd in one of? the rooms, not both rooms where the ghosts are active in.

Wraith

Another classic in the gost world. The Wraith is can be depicted in numerous forms, though often looks more creepy than something like a typical Spirit. Think the one from Dead by Daylight or the Ringwraiths from the Lord of the Rings series. Yeah, that's the stuff.

One thing that often typifies this ghost type is its ability to fly. As such, if you're wondering whether you're dealing with one in Phasmophoia, just ??put a bit of salt down. The Wraith here does not leave a trace of a footprin??????????????????????????t, so an indisturbed salt pile is one of your biggest clues.

Having said that, its ghost model doesn't float, which means waiting for it to ma??nifest won't help you out. However, there is a possibility of it teleporting across the map at random, which will often give an EMF 2 or EMF 5 reading.

Evidence

• EMF 5
• Spirit box
• D.O.T.S.

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

Yokai

I mentioned this ghost type earlier. In Japanese folklore (yes, we're back to that), a Yokai is a broad term that can explain a number of paranormal?? phenomnon, including ghosts and other apparitions. With a name that means "strange apparition," it's not just a moniker, it's a basic description.

This one is rather sensitive to sounds, especially voices. Whenever you attempt to talk to a Yokai, you increase the chance of it becoming more active. Imagine an?? entity getting increasingly aggressive the more you talk ?at it, but enough about my family (oh, I got jokes)!

During a hunt, it will only really be senitive to a voice when it's close by. I've watched videos of people? calling out the ghost's name only for it to seemingly ignore the player, leaving them to verify it with confidence as a Yokai. It is, however, capable of hunting at a much higher ??sanity level than other ghosts.

Evidence

• Spirit box
• Ghost orb
• D.O.T.S.

Hunts at: 80% sanity. That's almost ??Demon levels of aggressi?on.

Yurei

Yurei appear to be quite choosy about their hauntings, often opting for a specific location at a specific time. Basically, there's a lot of crossover it seems between this, the O?bake, the Yokai, and the Banshee.

In Phasmophobia, however, there are ways to distinguish it from other apparitions?. For example, a Yurei may shut the main (exit) door of a location, even when it's not hunting or initiating an event. The same goes for closing any other door fully.

You can also "trap" a Yurei by smudging it with the incense at its place of death (i.e. the ghost ??room). On the downside, it will also have a greater effect on sanity, so be careful when in the vicinity of a door that suddenly slams shut.

Evidence

• Ghost orb
• Freezing temperatures
• D.O.T.S.

Hunts at: 50% sanity.

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Those guys over at Kinetic Games sure are determined to keep Phasmophobia ticking over nicely. With the studio initiating a reset along with a huge update last year, it feels as though the team is trying to keep things fresh. Now, we've got some more stuff inbound, including something that a lot?? of fans should be pleased with.

In a recent post on Steam, we've been treated to a bit of insight into what's happening behind the Phasmophobia scenes. First? and foremost, we're getting an update to the shop ?"sometime next week."

After hearing the feedback, Kinetic is working hard to make it "the best shop it can be." A few images show what we can expect when the changes happen. However, as always with these previews, any "information and images ar?e Work In Progress (WIP) and may change drastica??lly before releasing."

Actually, yes. Why have we not had rickety houses before?

We're also told that progress on some other things is c??oming along nicely. For example, we've been shown a new image from Point Hope, the lighthouse map that the team will "soon be able to ??set it up for gameplay and get testing."

And yes, you c??an apparently play the chessboard that's in the image. This also means it may not be long until the map starts rolling out. Caveats apply, as always.

On top of this?, tinkering is still underway on the farmhouses, which are being given a rework. Images show that Grafton is getting something of a visual overhaul, with it now being a ?lot more dilapidated, as well as having its layout altered.

Sadly, there's been no word on the much-anticipated console port. We were told last year that the developer had to delay it, but there's been no confir??mation o?n when we can expect it.

Personally, I can't wait until the new shop update. Ever since the changes came a while back, I've really not got on with it. Apparently, I'm not alone in this, according to the comments on this Reddit thread. It's pretty much the one thing that's been a thorn in my back when it comes to Phasmo.

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The paranormal horror game Phasmophobia origina?lly launched on September 18, 2020, on PC where it enjoyed popularity among streamers. Kinetic Games has PS5 and Xbox Series X/S ports in the works, but you'll have to ?wait a little longer than expected before you can get your hands on them. The studio has announced that the game has been delayed, pushing its Early Access console launch from August to October, in the week leading up to Halloween.

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As the studio explains on Twitter, the delay is the result of a "fire incident" in its office building, along with "unpredicted development issues." With the extra time gained by the delay, the studio hopes to ?perfect and fine-tune the ports.

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Phasmophobia lands just in time for Halloween

The delay isn't too long, and in the meantime, PC players can enjoy the recently released Ascension update which brings several changes, including a new leveling system with "new rates of progre??ssion, new unlocks, and a prestige system," along with several minor bug fixes.

PS5 owners wi??ll be happy to know that a PS VR2 version is also ?in the works, and crossplay will allow friends to play together regardless of what platform they're on. The game has already demonstrated that it is capable of providing a terrifying VR experience thanks to its VR support on PC.

Phasmophobia's minor delay pushes it into an appropriately spooky time, which could end up being a positive for it. However, Phasmophobia will have to contend with several other headliners scheduled for October, including horror titles like Alan Wake 2 and Alone in the Dark.

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Are you ready for the big Phasmophobia update? If so, you'll be pleased to hear that it's going to start rolling out this Thursday, so prepare y?ourselves for a number of changes in the hit co-op ghost-hunting game.

After what felt like an eternity of Kinetic Games promising that a significant patch was coming, the team finally confirmed it on Discord recently. There's also been a public post on Twitter confirming that, yes, the "Ascension" update is inbound and will be going live on August 17? from 10AM UTC onwards.

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If you want to get in those last few levels before Phasmophobia goes through these changes, now's the time.

Everything changes

Over a series of dev posts on Steam, we've learned that a lot of things are going to be different in Phasmo. For one, there's some new equipment, which is now going to be tiered. Everyone is also having their levels reset to 0, but it's been said that you will be given a badge that indicates where you were before the update. The patch was supposed to be rolling out a little earlier, but the people at Kinetic said they had to delay it a little bit.

Phasmophobia is also coming to consoles, with a projected release date of...well...som??etime this month. Who knows, maybe we'll get the PS5 and Xbox Series versions on the same day a?s the big update.

In any case, there's a lot to look forward to. So horror fans, mark your calendars for tomorrow, the?? Progression 2.0 cha??nges are coming!

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A big Phasmophobia update is coming soon, and the good people over at Kinetic Games have been keeping us abreast on what we can expect. Recently, there have been more details about changes that will be happening to some of the major aspects and? equipment of the co-op ghost hunting game.

In a post on Steam, the studio has unleashed number 13 of its "Dev Preview" update. This time, we're treated to what's going to be happening with the ID cards. While not receiving major changes, these will at least now display the platform you're playing on (handy, seeing as Phasmophobia is coming to consoles).

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There's also a new edit button that will allow you to change the look of your ID card, and a Roman numeral will be placed before your level, indicating your Prestige (a kind-of record of the level? you were at before the big reset).

Is there anybody there?

One major change is there are going to be three parabolic microphones instead of one. Much like some of the other equipment that's getting an overhaul, the mics will come in three tiers, with the sec??ond tier being similar to the one that's currently in the game.

The first parabolic microphone won't have a display screen like the others, but the idea of it muffling the sound around you so you can hear better could m?ake this a much more immersive piece of kit.

As for when the big Phasmophobia update is coming, Kinetic did have to push the date back, and it's now due to start rolling out ??sometime this month. It should also be stated that anything the studio has been reve??aling is still a work-in-progress and may not represent the finished product.

If you haven't been keeping up with things surrounding the game, Phasmo is going through?? a big change, ?which will not only implement level resets for all players, but will be tweaking and adding a lot of new stuff. Exciting!

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If you've been playing Phasmophobia for a while now, you'll know that developer Kinetic Games has been planning a big update. Essentially, the team is looking to reset all progress for players, ready for what is being referred to as the "Progression" update, which was due to be coming in three stage???s from July onwards.

However, the studio is putting a slight pause on this, with "Progression 1" now being pushed back two weeks so it can be given "a bit more love and care." That's according to the most recent piece of correspondence from Kinetic over on the Phasmophobia Discord channel, which was then reiterated on Twitter.

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The team ??wants to make sure it remains transparent about the game and says that the update should be ready to ro?ll out mid-August.

What about the console port?

The good news is that this delay should not impede the release of the console version of Phasmophobia. The message on Discord says that a late August release is still on track, so that's good news for you Xbox Series X|S and PS5? users.

On top of that, the d??eveloper is urging people to "keep an eye out" for some "sneak peaks" into something else that's on the way. So that's so?mething to look forward to while we wait that tiny bit longer for the update.

It's been an interesting journey for Phasmophobia. A roadmap shows that Kinetic clearly has plenty of ideas?? in mind for its c?o-op ghost-hunting game. It's nice to see the developer is always looking to improve on the formula, and it's great that console players will finally get to see what PC horror fans have been raving about for nearly three years.

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And a totally normal lake

Halloween's a great time to go ghost hunting, or at least to do so from the safety of your own home. A new Phasmophobia update goes live today with plenty of new fright?s to make you?? keep the lights on.

The core of the v0.4.0, a.k.a. Nightmare, update is the new map: Maple Lodge Campsite. This medium-sized map has picnic areas, tents, games, and a log cabi?n??. And there's even a lake! When has a lake ever been haunted?

New ghost types are also on the prowl, and they'll have increased odds of spawning during the Halloween event window, just to make sure you get a chance run-in with them. They are Onryo, Obake, Raiju, and The Twins. Oh, and ghosts have more special interactions now too, whether that's affecting showers and blowing out your lighter to causing static on the walkie-talkies. Using the walkie-talkie will attract the ghost during hunts, ??too.

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The game's difficulty is also getting reworked, in order to provide more options at different skill levels. On one end, there's the Amateur difficulty, where you have long setup and grace periods with short hunts. Take it up to Professional, and there's no setup time, with long hunts and the fuse bo??x off to start.

Or head on up to Nightmare, a new difficulty meant for the ghost hunting elite. Ghosts won't reveal one type of evidence, kills extend the current hunt duration, there are almost no hidin?g places, and paranormal interference has damaged some of the monitoring equipment. Good luck!

Weather will also play ??more of a role, with changes in temperature making ghost location more difficult, rain and wind impairing hearing, and thick fog reducing visibility.

If you're looking to get scared, especially in a group setting, Phasmophobia has been a pretty popular option for a while. The Nightmare update for Phasmophobia is live today.

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