Mastering the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia: A Guide to Utilizing Cursed Possessions

Sometimes, identifying the most dangerous ghosts in Phasmophobia requires employing equally risky tools, such as 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
• Understanding 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 revealing evidence. This is achieved by sequentially inserting pins into the doll. This is particularly useful when dealing with elusive or inactive ghosts, prompting them to manifest evidence like EMF5 readings or UV fingerprints.

Ten pins can be inserted, each decreasing the user's sanity by 5%. Inserting all pins reduces sanity by 50%, significantly increasing the risk of a ghost hunt.

However, the most significant risk lies in the heart pin. Pin insertion is random; hitting the heart pin instantly triggers a Cursed Hunt, dropping sanity by 10% and initiating a prolonged (20 seconds longer) ghost hunt near the player.

Despite the inherent risks, the potential for evidence gathering makes the Voodoo Doll worthwhile, especially with proper preparation.

What Are Cursed Objects (Possessions) in Phasmophobia?

Cursed Possessions (often called "Cursed Objects") are unique items randomly appearing on any Phasmophobia map, although their appearance can be influenced by difficulty and Challenge Mode.

Unlike standard equipment that minimizes risk while locating ghosts and gathering evidence, Cursed Objects offer shortcuts to manipulate the ghost, but at a much higher risk to the player character.

The relative safety of Cursed Objects varies, and their use is entirely optional. No penalties exist for avoiding them. Only one Cursed Possession spawns per contract (unless modified 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 on using the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia. For more guides and news on Phasmophobia, including achievement and trophy information, check The Escapist.