How to Use Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia

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 explains its acquisition and use.

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 relatively favorable risk-reward ratio among Phasmophobia's Cursed Possessions. While game updates have adjusted its benefits, it remains a valuable asset.

Its primary function is to provoke the ghost into revealing evidence. This is achieved by inserting pins one by one. It's particularly useful for unresponsive or elusive ghosts, encouraging actions like EMF5 readings or UV fingerprint displays.

Ten pins can be inserted, each causing a 5% sanity decrease. Inserting all ten depletes 50% sanity, significantly increasing the risk of ghost hunts.

However, the heart pin poses the greatest threat. Pin insertion is random; hitting the heart pin triggers an immediate Cursed Hunt, reducing sanity by 10% and initiating a prolonged (20 seconds longer) hunt close to your location.

Despite the risks, the potential for evidence gathering makes the Voodoo Doll worthwhile 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 presence depends on difficulty and Challenge Mode.

Unlike standard equipment, which safely gathers evidence, Cursed Objects manipulate the ghost at considerable risk. Their safety varies, and their use is entirely optional; no penalty exists for ignoring them. Only one spawns per contract (unless customized).

Seven Cursed Objects exist:

• Haunted Mirror
• Voodoo Doll
• Music Box
• Tarot Cards
• Ouija Board
• Monkey Paw
• Summoning Circle

This concludes our guide to the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia. For more Phasmophobia guides, news, achievements, and trophy unlocking strategies, check The Escapist.