Mastering the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia: A Guide to Cursed Possessions
Sometimes, identifying Phasmophobia's most dangerous ghosts requires employing equally risky tools like Cursed Possessions. The Voodoo Doll is a prime example, and this guide details its acquisition and usage.
Table of Contents
- How to Use the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia
- What are Cursed Objects (Possessions) in Phasmophobia?
How to Use the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia
The Voodoo Doll offers a potentially favorable risk-reward ratio among Cursed Possessions in Phasmophobia. While game updates have altered its effectiveness, it remains a valuable asset.
Its primary function is to provoke the ghost into exhibiting evidence-related behaviors. This is achieved by sequentially inserting pins into the doll. It's particularly useful for evasive or quiet ghosts, prompting actions like EMF5 readings or UV fingerprint reveals.
Ten pins can be inserted, each triggering a ghost reaction. However, proceed cautiously: each pin reduces sanity by 5%, totaling 50% sanity loss if all pins are used, significantly increasing the risk of ghost hunts.
The most significant risk lies in the heart pin. Pin insertion is random; hitting the heart pin instantly drops sanity by 10% and triggers a prolonged Cursed Hunt (20 seconds longer than normal). The ghost will spawn nearby, initiating an extended hunting phase.
Despite the inherent risks, the Voodoo Doll's evidence-gathering potential can outweigh the dangers, especially with adequate preparation.
What are Cursed Objects (Possessions) in Phasmophobia?
Cursed Possessions (often called "Cursed Objects") are unique items randomly appearing on any map, though frequency may vary based on difficulty and Challenge Mode.
Unlike standard equipment, which minimizes risk while gathering evidence, Cursed Objects offer manipulative shortcuts at the cost of increased character risk.
The risk varies among objects. Players and teams must decide whether the potential benefits justify the risks. No penalty exists for non-use. Only one Cursed Possession spawns per contract (unless adjusted in Custom settings).
Seven Cursed Objects exist:
- Haunted Mirror
- Voodoo Doll
- Music Box
- Tarot Cards
- Ouija Board
- Monkey Paw
- Summoning Circle
This concludes our guide to using the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia. For further Phasmophobia guides, news, achievements, and trophy unlocking strategies, check The Escapist.
