How to Use Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia

Mastering the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia: A Guide to Using 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 relatively 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. It proves particularly useful when dealing with elusive or inactive ghosts, forcing actions like EMF5 readings or UV fingerprint displays.

Ten pins can be inserted, each reducing the user's sanity by 5%. Inserting all pins depletes 50% sanity, significantly increasing the risk of ghost hunts.

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

Despite the inherent risks, the Voodoo Doll's potential for evidence gathering makes it worthwhile, provided you're adequately prepared.

What Are Cursed Objects (Possessions) in Phasmophobia?

Cursed Possessions (often called "Cursed Objects") are unique items randomly appearing across Phasmophobia maps, although their spawn rate depends on difficulty and game mode (Challenge Mode).

Unlike standard equipment, which minimizes risk while providing ghost location and evidence, Cursed Objects offer a shortcut to manipulating the ghost, but at a substantially higher risk.

The relative safety of Cursed Objects varies, requiring careful consideration before use. No penalty exists 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 the guide on using the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia. For further Phasmophobia guides, news, achievements, and trophy unlocking strategies, check The Escapist.