How to Use Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia

Mastering the Voodoo Doll in Phasmophobia: A Guide to its Use and Risks

Phasmophobia's Cursed Possessions offer shortcuts to identifying ghosts, but at a cost. The Voodoo Doll is a prime example, and this guide details its use and inherent dangers.

How to Use the Voodoo Doll

The Voodoo Doll's primary function is to provoke the ghost into revealing evidence. Each of its ten pins, when inserted, increases the likelihood of the ghost exhibiting evidence like EMF5 readings or UV fingerprints. This is particularly useful for evasive or quiet ghosts.

However, using the doll comes with sanity penalties. Each pin reduces sanity by 5%, totaling 50% if all pins are used. This significantly increases the risk of a ghost hunt.

The most significant risk is the heart pin. Inserting it triggers an immediate, extended Cursed Hunt (20 seconds longer than usual), significantly impacting your survival chances. The pin's location is random with each insertion.

Despite the risks, the Voodoo Doll can be a valuable tool for evidence gathering, provided you're prepared for the consequences.

Understanding Cursed Possessions in Phasmophobia

Cursed Possessions (or Cursed Objects) are high-risk, high-reward items found randomly across Phasmophobia maps. Unlike standard equipment, they manipulate ghost behavior but at the cost of your sanity and potential immediate danger.

The game features seven Cursed Possessions:

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

Only one spawns per contract (unless modified in custom settings). Their use is entirely optional; there's no penalty for ignoring them. Careful consideration of the risks versus rewards is crucial before employing them.

This concludes our guide on the Voodoo Doll. For more Phasmophobia guides and news, including achievement and trophy guides, check out The Escapist.