Summary
Phasmophobiahas just received a new update that made several changes to the game and added a special event just in time for Easter. The popular ghost hunting title has held special events in the past for April Fools' Day, Halloween, and Christmas.
British developer Kinetic Games’Phasmophobiahas gone through a lot of changes ever since it entered early access in late 2020. The Unity engine-based horror title has steadily improved its visuals, introduced several new ghost types for players to hunt, and even completely overhauled its equipment system, among other things. Kinetic Games continues to release regular updates forPhasmophobia, with the most recent one adding a new special event to the critically acclaimed co-op experience.
Phasmophobia’s latest Update v0.9.6.0, also known as the Easter 2024 update, added a special two-week event to mark the holiday period. It also delivered a long list of bug fixes and other changes, including a facelift for the game’s ID cards system. However, the 0.9.6.0 build ofPhasmophobia, which is considered to be one of thebest horror games on Steam, still has one known issue. According to the changelog, this manifests in a lobby effect not showing up even after the event has been completed.
A player’s ID card displays their stats and in-game progress, while achievements can be tracked throughPhasmophobia’s collectibles and trophies. Like pastPhasmophobiacampaigns, the Easter 2024 event will reward players who have completed a series of objectives with a special ID card badge and trophy.
The game’s previous v0.9.5.0 update overhauled the in-game equipment shop, while the patch before that introduced anew lighting system forPhasmophobiathat featured technologies like Eye Adaptation and Screen Space Global Illumination, or SSGI. As a result of the significant changes that Update v.0.9.4.0 made to the game’s lighting,Phasmophobia’s visuals have become much more realistic, which, in turn, has improved the title’s already immersive atmosphere.
In a roadmap that was unveiled in January, Kinetic Games revealed that it wantsPhasmophobiato get a full release in 2024. This 1.0 launch will come with new ghost models, new interactions, as well as reworks for the hunt mechanic and events, among other things. Meanwhile, there is still no word on when thedelayed console versions ofPhasmophobiawill be released. PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S ports ofPhasmophobiawere set to be released last August, but that date was moved to October following a fire that occurred at the Kinetic Games office. However, the console versions ofPhasmophobiawere delayed again, this time indefinitely, partly because the team faced difficulties with adjusting to a remote working environment.
Phasmophobia
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Phasmophobia is a 4-player, online co-op, psychological horror game. You and your team of paranormal investigators will enter haunted locations filled with paranormal activity and attempt to gather as much evidence as you can. Use your ghost-hunting equipment to find and record evidence to sell on to a ghost removal team.Immersive Experience:Realistic graphics and sounds as well as a minimal user interface ensure a totally immersive experience that will keep you on your toes.Unique Ghosts:Identify over 20 different ghost types, each with unique traits, personalities, and abilities to make each investigation feel different from the last.Equipment:Use well-known ghost-hunting equipment such as EMF Readers, Spirit Boxes, Thermometers, and Night Vision Cameras to find clues and gather as much paranormal evidence as you can. Find Cursed Possessions that grant information or abilities in exchange for your sanity.Full Voice Recognition:The Ghosts are listening! Use your actual voice to interact with the Ghosts through Ouija Boards and EVP Sessions using a Spirit Box.Locations:Choose from over 10 different haunted locations, each with unique twists, hiding spots, and layouts.Game Modes:With 5 default difficulties and hand crafted weekly challenges, there are plenty of ways to test your skills.Teamwork:Dive in head first, get your hands dirty searching for evidence while fighting for your life. If you’re not feeling up to the task, play it safe and support your team from the truck by monitoring the investigation with CCTV and motion sensors.Custom Difficulty:Create your own games to tailor the difficulty to your or your group’s needs, with proportional rewards and come up with crazy game modes of your own!Co-operate:Play alongside your friends with up to 4 players in this co-op horror where teamwork is key to your success.Play together:Phasmophobia supports all players together, play with your friends with any combination of input types.
