Phasmophobia
A paranormal investigation game where players identify ghosts by gathering evidence, using specialized equipment and surviving increasingly dangerous hunts.
Items, equipment & collectibles
Use this as a location index for important gear, permanent upgrades, collectibles and other things players commonly miss.
EMF Reader
Location: Equipment shop/loadout.
Use near recent interactions; EMF Level 5 is a possible evidence type.
Ultraviolet Light
Location: Equipment shop/loadout.
Check touched doors/windows/switches for UV evidence soon after interactions.
Ghost Writing Book
Location: Equipment shop/loadout.
Place in or near the active ghost area and wait for interaction.
Spirit Box
Location: Equipment shop/loadout.
Ask questions under the current response conditions and listen for a direct response.
Video Camera
Location: Equipment shop/loadout.
Use night vision to search for Ghost Orbs and to watch DOTS remotely.
DOTS Projector
Location: Equipment shop/loadout.
Place to cover a path the ghost frequently crosses and watch directly or on camera.
Thermometer
Location: Equipment shop/loadout.
Use temperature changes to locate the ghost area and test for freezing evidence.
Crucifix
Location: Optional equipment.
Place within the expected hunt-start area to block eligible hunt attempts within its effective radius.
Incense
Location: Optional equipment.
Ignite during a hunt to disrupt/blind the ghost temporarily; also used for objectives/tests.
Monkey Paw
Location: One dedicated spawn per map.
Find it at the map-specific cursed-item spawn and make a recognized wish; effects carry significant tradeoffs.
Ouija Board
Location: One dedicated spawn per map.
Activate and ask supported questions; questions consume sanity and improper exit/use can be dangerous.
Tarot Cards
Location: One dedicated spawn per map.
Draw cards for randomized effects; some are helpful and some can start lethal outcomes.
Haunted Mirror
Location: One dedicated spawn per map.
Use briefly to view the ghost room; continued use drains sanity and can break the mirror/start danger.
Music Box
Location: One dedicated spawn per map.
Activate to make the ghost respond/sing; proximity and misuse can escalate into a hunt.
Voodoo Doll
Location: One dedicated spawn per map.
Push pins to force interactions at a sanity cost; the heart pin can trigger a hunt.
Summoning Circle
Location: One dedicated spawn per map.
Light the candles to summon the ghost for a brief event before a dangerous follow-up.