When it comes to tracking down and identifying the most dangerous ghosts in Phasmophobia, sometimes you have to use items like Cursed Possessions that can be just as dangerous. The Voodoo Doll is one such item, and here's how to get and use it effectively.
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How to Use Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia
The Voodoo Doll is considered one of the safer Cursed Possessions to use in Phasmophobia due to its favorable risk-reward ratio. Despite changes from game updates, it remains a valuable tool for ghost hunters.
The primary function of the Voodoo Doll is to provoke the ghost into performing evidence-related actions. This is achieved by inserting pins into the doll, one at a time. It's particularly useful when dealing with a ghost that's being stubborn or quiet, as it can force the ghost to reveal evidence like EMF5 or Ultraviolet prints.
There are 10 pins available to insert into the doll, each triggering a ghost action. However, be cautious as each pin insertion reduces your sanity by 5%. Inserting all pins could drain up to 50% of your sanity, significantly increasing the risk of ghost hunts.
The most critical risk is the pin located in the doll's heart. Inserting pins is random, and if you hit the heart pin, it will instantly drop your sanity by 10% and trigger a Cursed Hunt. During a Cursed Hunt, the ghost will spawn near you and hunt for an extended period (20 seconds longer than normal hunts).
Despite these risks, the Voodoo Doll can be a worthwhile tool for gathering evidence if you're well-prepared.
What Are Cursed Objects (Possessions) in Phasmophobia?
Cursed Possessions, often referred to as "Cursed Objects," are unique items in Phasmophobia that randomly appear on any map, depending on difficulty settings or if you're in Challenge Mode.
Unlike regular equipment, which helps locate the ghost and gather evidence with minimal risk, Cursed Objects act as shortcuts to manipulate the ghost but come with much higher risks to your character. The safety of using these objects varies based on their abilities, and it's up to you and your team to decide whether to use them. There's no penalty for choosing not to use them, and only one Cursed Possession will spawn per contract (unless modified in Custom settings).
There are seven different Cursed Objects available in the game:
- Haunted Mirror
- Voodoo Doll
- Music Box
- Tarot Cards
- Ouija Board
- Monkey Paw
- Summoning Circle
That concludes how to use the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia. For the latest guides and news on the game, including all achievements and trophies in Phasmophobia and how to unlock them, be sure to check out The Escapist.
