Phasmophobia

Is funnnn doooooddddddd. Good game to play with friends. Get spooked and git gud son

I have very much enjoyed this game. I have exclusively played this on Steam Deck. Mostly docked, but a decent amount of time in handheld as well. The performance has always been solid, visuals are good for what the game has to offer. Lots of fun, especially playing with someone. If the game starts to feel routine, just up the difficulty, and it brings back the intensity.

I used to love Phasmophobia back when it first came out. It was simple, spooky, and easy to get into with friends. Navigating the menus, buying equipment, and setting up your loadout was all super straightforward, which made jumping into a game quick and enjoyable.

But over the years, the game has changed a lot and not always for the better. Now, everything feels overly complicated. Just buying gear or managing your loadout is way more tedious than it needs to be. The new interface is clunky, and it takes away from what made the game fun in the first place.

Worse, the gameplay has become predictable. Once you've played enough, you basically just check off a list of ghost behaviors and boom you know what you're dealing with. There's no real tension anymore, just grind.

In contrast, games like Demonologist have stepped up big time. It has a clean, easy-to-use loadout system, genuinely unpredictable ghosts, good jump scares, customizable characters, and maps that actually feel lived-in and thoughtfully designed. It’s refreshing to play a game where the developers clearly listen to their community and put real effort into atmosphere and variety.

I spent a lot of time on Phasmophobia, but it’s uninstalled now. The fun's been replaced with grind, confusion, and repetition. It's disappointing to see a game that started off so strong lose its way.

Genuinely fun game, but the imbalanced progression ruins the incentive to participate, and simultaneously rips the fun part out of the game for the sake of that progression. Could be a 8/10 in the first 10 times you play, but it freefalls to a 5/10 when the reality of progressing sets in.

So, in order to progress you have to guess ghosts correctly, which incentivizes learning each ghost's behavior. The problem is that my objective is to get the cool looking effective gear which is a devastatingly slow process where I gotta correctly ID hundreds of ghosts in repeated environments with minor generated differences. So, its a paradoxical issue, the game gets easier with the cool gear, but to get to that point, you have to become an Ace ghost detective or be the most determined failure on the earth, disincentivizing progressing at all.

You need to be hitting that 'ace ghost detective' level at the same time you are getting these cool gear rewards as an incentive to keep going, but by all rights that doesn’t happen nearly as fast as it should. The game feels like its trying to be a live service, but it just doesn’t feel good enough for the live service stuff to work.

This is an amazing game, the only thing i think would make it perfect is the option when we create a room to choose what we are doing, example EVENT for those who only care about making point to the event or unlocking the ID card, CASUAL GAME for those who just want to play for fun and not into a difficulty level, MERCILESS for those who like to do the X10 games because they have the experience or they just doing it for the money, SOCIAL which is the one for just talk and create new friends more like for kids who like to talk a lot and do whatever.
Because if you get to play with the PROS and if you don't play like them they kick you out because they're playing competitive, and you have to go in to the group to see what they going for and then leave or ass soon you go in if you aren't the level they want they kick you out because you aren't what they looking for. is more intense finding a group than the game itself. that's why i wont play anymore.

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I’ve spent a lot of hours in Phasmophobia, and it still manages to keep me on edge. The updates over time have made the game even better—smarter ghosts, scarier hunts, and great variety. Even as a longtime player, it never feels repetitive. If you enjoy co-op horror, this game is a must.

I am not a horror fan, and the game does terrify me, but I love the figure-it-out and hang out with your friends aspects enough to be addicted. Each ghost type has a particular vibe, and each can have overactive or almost not even there personalities to them. Each round feels different, even if you spam the same map. Very fun!

This game is fun, and the first of its kind lets be honest. Only one other game could compare but saying it here would not be fair. This game is delightful, keeping up with the holidays with new events and i can't wait for customizeable characters!

Phasmophobia had one job: be a tense, immersive ghost hunting experience. Instead, it feels like a half-finished tech demo that got accidentally popular and never evolved beyond its clunky, shallow beginnings.

The gameplay loop?
Enter a house, repeat the same three interactions, guess wildly, leave.
Rinse, repeat, fall asleep.
What should have been a chilling, psychological horror experience quickly devolves into a janky scavenger hunt, where 90% of the "terror" comes from tripping over your own teammates and broken collision physics.

The ghosts themselves?
Once you’ve seen them pop out of the floorboards or moonwalk through a door for the fiftieth time, the magic is gone. They aren’t scary — they’re poorly scripted NPCs with the IQ of a toaster, chasing players who spend more time arguing over who forgot the flashlight than actually ghost hunting.

And speaking of the players...
Phasmophobia’s player base might be the loudest collection of amateur ghost hunters and self-appointed “pros” ever assembled.
Half the lobbies are filled with people who treat the game like a roleplay improv session, shrieking into their microphones like it’s a middle school sleepover gone wrong.
The other half?
Dead serious wannabe ghostbusters who think memorizing evidence charts makes them tactical masterminds.
You either get ear-piercing screams over every creaking door or lectures about "optimal EMF reading placement" from someone who still thinks pressing crouch makes them immune to ghosts.

Instead of a creepy, tense experience, Phasmophobia has become a loud, chaotic kindergarten field trip with flashlights, dressed up like horror.

Final Verdict:
Phasmophobia is a shallow, repetitive ghost hunt simulator barely held together by duct tape — endlessly hyped by players who confuse screaming into a headset with actual fun.
If you're looking for real horror, look elsewhere — the only terrifying thing here is how low the bar has dropped.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Ghosts, Screams, and Questionable Friendships"

Phasmophobia is the only game where I can proudly say I died in a haunted house because my best friend screamed “IT’S A REVENANT” and ran out the front door—leaving me alone in the dark with a demon who had beef with my flashlight batteries.

This game turns you into the most underpaid, overconfident ghost hunter in history. You get a thermometer, a spirit box, and a flashlight with the power of a dying candle. Then it’s off to the most cursed real estate listings in the country with your three bravest (or dumbest) friends.

Every match goes like this:

Walk in like you're on Ghost Adventures.

Hear a creak. Panic.

Yell at your friend to stop breathing so loud.

Watch someone get possessed while you hide in a closet whispering, "Nope nope nope."

The ghosts? They don’t play fair. They flicker the lights, whisper your name like a clingy ex, and occasionally just exist too hard and make everyone cry. The jump scares? Chef’s kiss. My soul leaves my body regularly. I should be getting frequent flyer miles to the afterlife.

Still, every time we barely make it out alive, we immediately load into the next house like, “Okay but this time we’ll be professional.” Spoiler: We won’t.

Final Verdict: 5/5 – Would scream and abandon my teammates again.

Quite a fun and silly group game to play with friends. Easy to learn but hard to master I'd say. Main gameplay loop is simple enough but somehow gives out hours of fun. Probably due to playing different maps and enough minor RNG.

UI is clunky and doesn't always respond correctly to inputs but it serves its basic function. Death animation loses its charm after a few deaths. Makes the actual scenario where the ghost catches you lose all its initial horror. Tutorial is also very... primitive. Those are really my only nitpicks about the game.

Overall I'd recommend this for a few sessions per day with a friend or two. Nice timekiller.

If you buy this game, don't expect to see much more than you do now. The devs are basically the most lazy devs in Steam. The game itself is ok and fun at first. But it will get old after a while with the same wash, rinse, repeat thing going on. There are three holiday events and they are all the same, year after year. They just tweak it a bit and it is the same thing from the previous year.
What you will do is go in, use your equipment to fund out where the ghost is and what kind it is. Hunt for a bone and there is a cursed item you can use. Some help, some don't. And that is pretty much it.
Now this game could take off if they ever open it up to modding. That would mean more content and new maps. The last map they made is a waste of time. It is a light house and you spend far more time just climbing stairs than ghost hunting.,
They are changing a few maps, making them look a bit better, however, no new maps, no new equipment, no new ghosts, no NOTHING.
Their discord page however is a toxic waste land. Point out that you would like to see more out of the game and get insulted by the lumps there. If you fire back at them, obviously pals of the devs, you get banned.
I am giving it a thumbs down for one reason, the lazy devs who are so in love with themselves that they won't allow the community to add to the game. The community would probably make far better stuff for the game than the devs. Noticing their obvious lack of interest in their own product.
The gaming community is your typical bunch. You have a few good people that play the game and have fun with it. Then you have the toxic crowd that will just screw you over by trying to get you killed. And naturally, you have the cheaters that couldn't play a game if their lives depended on it. Yea, they suck.
Well, good luck if you buy this. You might like it at first, but it gets old fast. $20 USD isn't too bad for the game however.

Phasmophobia is hands down one of the scariest games I’ve ever played, and I love it for that.

The co-op experience is amazing!
I usually play with my boyfriend, and every session feels like a heart-pounding ghost-hunting adventure.
The tension builds slowly, I get nervous after being in the house too long without knowing how high my sanity still is.
Then suddenly the ghost slams the door shut and the real panic kicks in... It’s terrifying in the best way.

What makes it so intense is that every hunt feels different.
There’s a huge variety of ghost types, and figuring out which one you’re dealing with is like solving a really spooky puzzle, except the puzzle might kill you if you take too long.
We’ve had hunts where everything went smooth, others end in chaos, and that unpredictability keeps it exciting.
We’ve gotten better at identifying ghosts over time, but the fear never really goes away especially when one of us gets left alone in a haunted room.

That said, sometimes finding evidence can feel a little slow, especially on the bigger maps where it takes a while just to find the ghost’s room. We’ve also had moments where a DOTS ghost appeared once and then never again, which made it frustrating to confirm.

Even after many hours of playing, Phasmophobia still manages to surprise me. The atmosphere, the sound design, and the way ghosts interact with you, it all feels so intense, unique and immersive. And the fact that we’re actually using our voices to talk to the ghosts? Terrifying. But so cool.

If you’re looking for a co-op game that’s actually scary, with real stakes and tons of replayability, Phasmophobia delivers. Every hunt is a rush, and I can’t wait to see what terrifying updates come next.

This game used to be funny, but the devs misread what made the game fun and now it's just a buggy mess that tries to be a serious game, voicechat hasn't worked for me and my friends for 2 years and the updates/events are mediocre at best.

---{ Graphics }---
☐ You forget what reality is
☐ Beautiful
☑ Good
☐ Decent
☐ Bad
☐ Don‘t look too long at it
☐ MS-DOS

---{ Gameplay }---
☑ Very good
☐ Good
☐ It's just gameplay
☐ Mehh
☐ Watch paint dry instead
☐ Just don't

---{ Audio }---
☐ Eargasm
☑ Very good
☐ Good
☐ Not too bad
☐ Bad
☐ I'm now deaf

---{ Audience }---
☐ Kids
☑ Teens
☑ Adults
☐ Grandma

---{ PC Requirements }---
☐ Check if you can run paint
☐ Potato
☐ Decent
☑ Fast
☐ Rich boi
☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer

---{ Difficulty }---
☐ Just press 'W'
☐ Easy
☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☑ Significant brain usage
☐ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

---{ Grind }---
☐ Nothing to grind
☐ Only if u care about leaderboards/ranks
☐ Isn't necessary to progress
☑ Average grind level
☐ Too much grind
☐ You'll need a second live for grinding

---{ Story }---
☐ No Story
☑ Some lore
☐ Average
☐ Good
☐ Lovely
☐ It'll replace your life

---{ Game Time }---
☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
☐ Short
☐ Average
☑ Long
☐ To infinity and beyond

---{ Price }---
☐ It's free!
☑ Worth the price
☐ If it's on sale
☐ If u have some spare money left
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money

---{ Bugs }---
☐ Never heard of
☑ Minor bugs
☐ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

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I will throw hands if I get jumped by another Demon the second I enter the house, and Shades are literally the Chudjak.

Besides that, absolute peak. My favourite of the co-op investigation style games like Content Warning, R.E.P.O. or Lethal Company. Deserves so much more attention than it gets.

Give us more player models though, or customisation, I beg.

I was recently recommended this game by my buddies at work and we played for three hours straight as a team. This game can be terrifying, addictive and fun. Once you start playing you will never want to stop. The atmosphere constantly keeps you on your toes and you never truly know what you're dealing with until the lights start flickering and that's when you know things are about to go down. At the time of writing this there are about 24 real world ghosts with different personalities and traits to give off the illusion that someone actually used to live during that point and time. I also appreciate the attention to detail given to all of the ghost hunting equipment and makes it seem like you're actually apart of one of those ghost hunting TV shows you used to see as a kid back in the day. The threats are constantly unknown, and you will feel the tension in the air, once you fully get used to the horror atmosphere. It becomes addictive, and you will want to spend time earning more equipment as time goes on. My only complaints would be the ghosts constantly looking like Unity Assets when they spawn in during hunts and most of the player death animations are reused for all ghosts. I want to see a little more variety towards death animations and ghost models to an extent so it actually looks like they've arrived from the darkest pits of the unknown. The ghost models do kinda remind me of the Ghosts from Silent Hill 4 except these ones don't float towards you. But rather run towards you like a flickering zombie which I think looks kinda silly. Other than that, I believe this game has potential to be something more and it really shows. This earns a 10/10 rating and the $20 price tag is worth every penny. If you haven't tried this game before, go ahead and give it a try!

Was really fun to play with friends when the game first popped up. HOWEVER after having sold millions none of that sales income is translated into game. No meaningful updates that improve the stale core game play loop have been implemented. Honestly currently the game feels like a unity store asset flip grift which is why I can't really recommend the game in the long term. If you want a similar game that actually moves forward and keeps adding content, try Forewarned.

Incredible game. The progression is always keeping you on your toes, letting you unlock new items and badges. You could be the best in the world and still have things to accomplish. It's really one of the only good ghost-hunting games left these days, and oh my GOD is it good. Absolutely worth the money. If someone is scared of horror games this is the way to start. It brings you in, but the jump scares aren't that bad, and over time you get used to it. 10/10. Get it. Please.

Really fun and scary game to play with friends, sadly over time you will get accustomed to the ghost behavior and desensitized to horror and it will become a trivial task unless you challenge yourself with self imposed rules.

This game is a must! It's a recipe for many laughs on multiplayer, and despite a simple premise, it doesn't tire in the slightest. Highly recommend!

Phasmophobia is a captivating cooperative horror game that redefines the ghost-hunting experience. Its atmospheric gameplay keeps players immersed, with each haunted location brimming with eerie details, from dimly lit hallways to the sudden, spine-chilling whispers of an unseen ghost. The game's dynamic ghost behavior and randomized investigations make every session feel fresh and unpredictable, keeping players on their toes as they strategize and work together to gather evidence.
What sets Phasmophobia apart is its emphasis on teamwork and its innovative use of investigative tools like EMF readers, spirit boxes, and UV lights. Whether you're playing on PC or diving into the game’s highly immersive VR mode, the tension and thrill are palpable. With its blend of strategy, suspense, and scares, Phasmophobia is a must-play for anyone seeking a truly unique horror experience. This game is truly amazing!

I enjoy it all. The spookiness is fantastic and the ghosts are brilliant. I would really recommend this game

The first year or so of this game was utterly unbelievable in both enjoyment and accessibility, although I feel that has fallen to the wayside unless you enjoy heavy RP and an excessive amount of trial and error in identifying the now almost 25 types of spirits in the game. Not saying it's bad now, just that my friends and I couldn't come back to this and play casually after a certain point.

Its pretty goofy and funny with friends but its also scary when you play alone, its a good time either way tho

If you're into horror, teamwork, or just screaming with friends — Phasmophobia is a must-play. This game nails the atmosphere like no other. The sound design, lighting, and ghost behavior all work together to create an experience that’s genuinely creepy whether you’re solo or in a group. Playing alone is pure nerve-wracking suspense, while co-op turns into a chaotic, hilarious mess of yelling and last-minute rescues (or betrayals). The devs have been constantly updating the game with new content, smarter ghosts, and better tools, and it just keeps getting better. Every hunt feels different, and every session creates memorable stories. Whether you're a ghost-hunting pro or a total scaredy-cat. Highly recommend. 10/10

Want to hunt ghost but can't afford to irl? You'll probably get sucked into this game!

This game is very fun to play with friends. What's really cool is that it's still in development so you can watch the game get even better as you play it!

I pooped my pants far too many times to say this game is NOT good. i recommend but make sure to be empty.

funny laughing with your friends for the first couple hours then turns into the most boring repetitive slog. Hasn't had any real content updates that add depth or interest to the game in years.

Disconnected Client Timeout literally every game for 3 years from different devices: laptop, PC, xbox, VR. Changing your internet provider doesn't change anything. The developers are showing absolute disrespect for players by not fixing this issue for years. Shame. Very disappointing.

Very creepy game but it's very fun and less scary with friends! Would recommend!!

You don't hunt the ghost, the ghost hunts you. I hate this game. Yes, I'll still play another 1000 hrs of it.

Just such a meh game with so much potential that just feels lost. If you're friends force you to get it, it will be fun for about 10 hours.

This game is over all a fun game to play either by yourself or with a friend/ group of friends. In the limited number of hours that I've played I haven't run into any issues. If you're looking for a game to have a good time and even get funny moments with your friends then look no further.

Game was worth it years ago when it was first publish, however, Phasmophobia has been in the same/similar state for the past year and a half with no sign of significant change or improvement. The development team have been severely lacking in progress and quality updates, adding smaller and less effective contents and events rather than prioritizing the obviously needed updates

- Horror aspect is severely lacking, the devs have plans to update this, however, these plans have been made years ago and no actual progress was made toward them
- Game Mechanics have barely seen any changes making the game severely repetitive in everything
- Devs priorities seem to be focused on Community Events/Holidy Events and Mediocre Content such as random unnecessary UI changes, as well as map touch-ups/changes rather than improving on the main gameplay itself

I am heavily convinced the devs just stopped caring for the development of this game and it's community as a whole.

This is a great game to play if you like horror and have some good friends to scare. This is also a good game to get good at. It took me about 150 hours to completely understand every ghost.

As much as I really like this game I don't think it would be for everyone. The best way I can describe the game in a few would be a spooky game of guess who with extra steps, not to mention you are practically looking for an invisible person so you gotta be patient. You are for sure in need of game knowledge when you play for a longer amount of time.

One of my favorite games, I enjoy it both solo and multiplayer!
Of course, the game gets a bit repetitive when you play a lot, but to me that's part of the reason I like it- you know what to expect, and can endlessly try to hone your skills to complete contracts.
The challenges and possibility to earn badges and achievements is always a good motivator as well!

Phasmophobia takes the classic ghost-hunting concept and brings it to life with a level of immersion and tension that is unmatched. This cooperative multiplayer game lets you and your friends become paranormal investigators, entering haunted locations armed with various ghost-hunting tools in search of spirits. But be warned—this is not your typical ghost-hunting experience.

Atmosphere: 10/10
The atmosphere in Phasmophobia is nothing short of chilling. The dimly lit environments, eerie sound design, and unsettling visuals pull you into a world of paranormal horror. The game’s use of sound to build tension is especially impressive. Every creak, distant whisper, or sudden bang keeps you on edge, making it one of the most immersive horror experiences available.

Gameplay: 9/10
The mechanics of Phasmophobia are surprisingly deep for a horror game. Each ghost behaves differently, and you’ll need to use various tools—such as EMF readers, spirit boxes, and UV lights—to gather evidence and identify the type of spirit haunting the area. The thrill of discovery and the fear of what might happen when you’re left alone with the ghost is a constant tension. The game encourages communication and teamwork, as you and your friends must cooperate to solve the mystery before the ghost becomes hostile.

Multiplayer Fun: 9/10
The multiplayer aspect is where Phasmophobia truly shines. Playing with friends is a blast, especially when things go horribly wrong. The sense of camaraderie and shared fear makes the experience uniquely enjoyable. If you’re looking for a game to play with a group, Phasmophobia offers a perfect balance of cooperative strategy and heart-pounding moments of terror. But, the AI behavior for the ghosts can be unpredictable, keeping you on your toes at all times.

Terror Factor: 10/10
The horror in Phasmophobia isn’t just about jump scares (although there are plenty). It’s about the constant sense of dread and the terrifying unpredictability of the spirits. The ghosts can interact with you in various ways, some becoming aggressive and hunting you down, while others may remain eerily quiet. The game also does a great job of amplifying your fear by using voice recognition to trigger ghost interactions, so speaking can sometimes lead to disastrous results.

Replayability: 8/10
With multiple maps, different ghost types, and varying difficulty levels, Phasmophobia offers plenty of replay value. While the core gameplay loop remains the same, each investigation feels different because of the random nature of the ghosts and the environment. However, the lack of a deeper progression system or major content updates might make some players feel like they've seen everything after a while.

Conclusion:
Phasmophobia is an absolute must-play for fans of horror games, especially those who enjoy multiplayer experiences. The blend of strategic investigation, intense fear, and cooperative gameplay makes it stand out as one of the scariest games on the market. Whether you're teaming up with friends or braving the horrors solo, Phasmophobia offers a truly terrifying and unforgettable experience.

Final Score: 9/10

Its a alright game but one problem I just cant play the game by myself I quite literally get bored playing this unless I play with friends

I love this game. Thanks to this my social life is nearly non existent. i began frying chips from the grease off of my hair as i didn't shower in a week. strongly recommend

For VR: It's just not good, fam. Wonky controls, weird navigation menu. Almost impossible to really get anything done.

so ass. asser than ass. the assest of all asses, more ass than niki minaj , really puts the ass into ass

i went in and said "do something spooky", it did something spooky. beside the point, very fun game, especially with friends

The game is very good and I really enjoy playing it with my friends but one specific thing is very annoying to me, the selection of your items with the mouse wheel. My mouse is working fine but it takes too long to nagivate through your inventory and picking the right item so I would recommend adding an hotbar to the game and selecting your item with keybinds.

Had this game for years but recently picked it back up, love the equipment progression. I was discouraged after losing my old levels when the big update happened and it took me a while to give it another chance, but god this game is addictive.

Loaded into my first game and got plates flinged at me. Its was a demon.
Amazing

Everyone knows when this game was extremely popular everyone on the internet, but is it really good ?

- The gameplay is nice, can get very repetitive, I wouldn't be able to play this game for hours for a few days in a row, I would need breaks. The reason is because it's always the same cycle for each game, grabbing items, finding the room, placing everything there, if you are attacked hide, and leave. Even the weekly challenges don't change much. I wish there would be a difference between locations of different actions to do, but it still is quite fun for a while !

- The graphics are basic, nothing much to say. The animations for the players are very funny though haha

- The soundtrack has nothing to offer, I wish there were some interesting scary musics played throughout the game.

- This game is still very replayable because that's the point, grinding experience and money and finding as many ghosts as possible, it's also very fun when you are playing with friends and you can hear them scream^^

In general, I would say this game deserves the love it is getting, I would recommend it if you have some friends to play with though !

I've waited for years for them to add horror 2.0 - the update they hinted at forever ago. I don't care about all these endless ui reworks - or progression reworks - or slightly different maps. They said in the first timeline of updates posted years ago that soon they'd be releasing horror 2.0, which is, NEW GHOST INTERACTIONS. That's all I have ever cared about. They just posted ANOTHER timeline, changing and updating the journal again, adding new ways to record evidence again, and other random trivial stuff.

Playing a horror game gets boring when they same few things keep happening forever. Still the same hands appear when you die. Still the same weird sequence in a basement plays after death. STILL a few things move, or the same sounds play, or the sink turns on, or the phone rings, etc... It's all the same few "scares" that arent even that scary - without anything new in years.

In one day they could add so many more interesting sounds to play randomly and that would do so much to refresh the same boring and repetitive ghost "interactions". I write jump scares for a game on unity and create new, interesting little scares all the time. How have they not added one in god knows how long? Literally anything to make me feel like I dont know exactly what to expect every game? This game was fun when you didn't know what could happen - but when you realize its the same few, not scary ghost "interactions" it becomes a dull and pointless grind of finding evidence perpetually.