Mastering the Haunted Mirror in Phasmophobia: A Guide to Risk and Reward

In Phasmophobia, tackling the most elusive specters often requires employing special Cursed Possessions – items offering significant advantages but demanding careful consideration. The Haunted Mirror stands out as a particularly valuable asset, but its use requires understanding. This guide details how to effectively utilize this powerful tool.

The Haunted Mirror is arguably the safest Cursed Object in Phasmophobia, its benefits significantly outweighing the risks. Its function remains consistent across game updates, making its use highly recommended if encountered during an investigation.

The Mirror's primary function is to reveal the ghost's current favored room. A panoramic view of that location is displayed in the Mirror's reflection, significantly speeding up the investigation process, especially for those familiar with the map layout. This allows for strategic equipment placement before the situation escalates.

Typically, the Haunted Mirror is found either hanging on a wall (as seen in 6 Tanglewood Drive) or resting on the floor at its predetermined location. Cursed Objects always spawn in the same spot on each map; the randomness lies in which Cursed Object appears.

To use the Mirror, pick it up and interact with it using the designated button (mouse or controller). The reflection will then show the ghost's favored room. On Professional difficulty and above, remember the ghost might relocate after a time.

However, prolonged use depletes sanity. Holding it for the entire duration will shatter the Mirror, triggering a Cursed Hunt at your location. Therefore, use it judiciously when sanity levels are high and you're prepared to interpret the reflection.

Understanding Cursed Objects (Possessions) in Phasmophobia

Cursed Possessions, often called "Cursed Objects," are unique items randomly spawning on any map (although this can depend on difficulty or Challenge Mode). Unlike standard equipment, which aids in ghost detection and evidence gathering with minimal risk, Cursed Objects offer shortcuts to manipulate the ghost, but at a considerably higher risk to your character.

The risk associated with each Cursed Object varies, leaving the decision of whether to use them to the players. There's no penalty for ignoring them. Only one Cursed Possession spawns per contract (unless modified in Custom settings).

Seven Cursed Objects exist in the game:

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

This concludes the guide on utilizing the Haunted Mirror in Phasmophobia. For more Phasmophobia guides and news, including the 2025 Roadmap & Preview, visit The Escapist.