Cursed possessions in Phasmophobia are powerful tools that can accelerate investigations—but at a cost. They help identify the ghost, locate its room, and boost activity, but they also drain sanity and can trigger cursed hunts. This guide covers all seven cursed items, explaining their mechanics, benefits, risks, and how to use them effectively.
❓ What Are Cursed Possessions?
Each contract spawns one cursed possession in a fixed location. These items include:
- Music Box
- Ouija Board
- Voodoo Doll
- Haunted Mirror
- Summoning Circle
- Monkey Paw
- Tarot Cards
Let’s break down each one.
🎶 1. Music Box
How It Works:
- Activates with right-click (PC) or right trigger (console)
- Plays a lullaby if the ghost is within 20 meters
Sanity Cost:
- 2.5% per second while near the ghost
- Up to 75% if listened to fully
Tips:
- Great for locating the ghost room
- Stay at least 5 meters away to avoid triggering a cursed hunt
- Warning: Dropping (not placing) the Music Box triggers an instant hunt
🔮 2. Ouija Board
How It Works:
- Activated by voice or interaction
- Ask questions like:
- “Where are you?” – reveals ghost room
- “How old are you?” – fun/lore detail
- Always say “Goodbye” to end safely
Sanity Cost:
- Varies by question type
- If used at low sanity, it will break and trigger a cursed hunt
Tips:
- Never walk away without saying “Goodbye”
- Use early in the investigation when you have higher sanity
🪡 3. Voodoo Doll
How It Works:
- Right-click to randomly push a pin
- One pin triggers an interaction; the heart pin triggers a cursed hunt
Sanity Cost:
- 5% per pin
- 10% if the heart pin is pushed
Tips:
- Useful to force EMF 5, writing, or UV evidence
- Don’t use at 0% sanity—it almost guarantees a cursed hunt
🪞 4. Haunted Mirror
How It Works:
- Shows the ghost’s favorite room in real time
- Glows faintly and is visible to all players
Sanity Cost:
- 7.5% per second
- Breaks at 20% sanity or lower, triggering a cursed hunt
Tips:
- Use in short bursts and immediately after entering the map
- Ensure someone monitors sanity before use
🔥 5. Summoning Circle
How It Works:
- Light all five candles to summon the ghost
- Triggers a ghost manifestation for 5 seconds, then a cursed hunt
Sanity Cost:
- 16% per candle (80% total)
Tips:
- Perfect for capturing ghost photos
- Light the final candle only if you’re above 16% sanity to ensure the 5-second grace window
- Warning: If the ghost is hunting, the event is skipped, and the hunt begins instantly
🐾 6. Monkey Paw
How It Works:
- Make wishes using voice or menu prompts
- Each wish has pros and cons
Number of Wishes by Difficulty:
- Easy: 5
- Medium: 4
- Hard: 3
Example Wishes:
- “I wish to see the ghost” – triggers an event, then a cursed hunt
- “I wish for activity” – boosts activity for 2 minutes, locks exits
- “I wish for sanity” – sets everyone’s sanity to 50%
- “I wish for life” – revives a teammate but may kill you in return
Tips:
- Read each wish’s consequences carefully
- Have an escape plan before making risky wishes
🃏 7. Tarot Cards
How It Works:
- Draw random cards, each with powerful (and dangerous) effects
Possible Cards:
- 🟩 Wheel of Fortune (Green): +25% sanity
- 🟥 Wheel of Fortune (Red): -25% sanity
- 🔥 The Tower: Boosts ghost activity
- 💀 The Death: Triggers a cursed hunt
- 🎭 The Devil: Triggers a ghost event
- 🧙♂️ The Hermit: Locks ghost in room for 1 minute
- 🌞 The Sun: Restores 100% sanity
- 🌚 The Moon: Drops sanity to 0%
- 🧑🚀 The High Priestess: Revives a dead teammate
- 🪢 The Hanged Man: Instantly kills the user
- 🤡 The Fool: Null card that mimics the last draw, does nothing
Tips:
- Don’t use Tarot Cards during hunts—all cards become The Fool
- Prioritize safety before drawing multiple cards
⚠️ Cursed Hunts: What You Need to Know
A cursed hunt is a longer, deadlier version of a normal hunt. It ignores the grace period and starts immediately after using a cursed item incorrectly or recklessly.
Prevention Tips:
- Keep a Tier 3 Crucifix nearby
- Monitor team sanity
- Always prepare a hiding spot before using cursed items
📍 Cursed Item Spawn Locations
Each map has fixed spawn points for cursed items. Learn these locations for faster early-game setup. Some tips:
- Tanglewood: Music Box in the entry closet or boys’ bedroom
- Willow Street: Mirror near the bathroom or garage
- Bleasdale Farmhouse: Voodoo Doll in upstairs nursery or attic
🗺 Mastering spawn points saves time and boosts early game efficiency.
🧠 Final Thoughts
Cursed possessions add high-risk, high-reward gameplay to Phasmophobia. Whether you’re forcing evidence, locating the ghost, or snapping that elusive ghost photo, each item offers strategic value when used wisely.
🎙 Use them sparingly, know your risks, and always communicate with your team.
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Good luck, and happy hunting! 👻
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