"Survive Phasmophobia's Weekly Challenge: Tips for the Fittest"

*Phasmophobia*‘s Survival of the Fittest Weekly Challenge is one of the most terrifying experiences the game offers. Here’s how you can survive and come out alive.

How To Complete The Survival of the Fittest Challenge in Phasmophobia

Survival of the Fittest is one of the toughest challenges in *Phasmophobia*, as it strips away the usual tools players rely on. You'll need to identify the ghost without traditional evidence or the safety net of sanity, making it a true test of skill and nerve.

Survival of the Fittest challenge description in Phasmophobia

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The challenge takes place at **42 Edgefield Road**, a house-style map known for its narrow hallways and claustrophobic layout, which adds to the difficulty of tracking and evading the ghost.

Tips & Tricks To Complete Survival of the Fittest in Phasmophobia

Upon arrival, remember that you won't have access to standard evidence-gathering tools like Ghost Writing Books or DOTs Projectors. Instead, you'll need to focus on the ghost's unique behaviors, such as movement speed and specific sounds.

Survival of the Fittest equipment loadout in Phasmophobia

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Use the provided Parabolic Microphone to identify unique ghost sounds, like a Banshee's scream or a Myling's frequent noises. Salt can help detect a Wraith, and lighting three Firelights in succession might reveal an Onryo. For a comprehensive guide, check our No Evidence ghost behaviors cheat sheet.

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Survival of the Fittest sanity monitor in Phasmophobia

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You start with virtually no setup time and zero sanity, making you immediately susceptible to ghost hunts. Sanity cannot be restored, even with the provided Sanity Medications. The ghost will exhibit high activity, and events will occur frequently, aiding in identifying its behavior. Remember, the ghost's favorite room remains constant despite its ability to roam.

Most doors will be partially open, making it harder to pinpoint the ghost's location. However, the fuse box will be functional and on, and all nine hiding spots at 42 Edgefield Road will be available for safety during hunts.

Crucifix burns in Phasmophobia

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The challenge provides only one Cursed Possession, the **Monkey Paw**. Using it to "wish for knowledge" can eliminate incorrect evidences and ghost types in your Journal, but it comes at a high cost: you'll be blinded and deafened, and a Cursed Hunt will start nearby. This strategy is best for groups where one player can act as a sacrifice.

How to Access Challenge Mode in Phasmophobia

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Access Challenge Mode through the Difficulty Settings in the Main Menu. Choose Singleplayer or Multiplayer to start a new lobby, then go to the Difficulty tab and select Challenge Mode. Remember to manually select 42 Edgefield Road from the Maps board. To receive the full $5,000 reward, you must complete the challenge three times, correctly identifying the ghost each time.