How to Use Haunted Mirror in Phasmophobia

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

The Haunted Mirror stands out as one of the safest Cursed Objects in Phasmophobia, offering significant advantages that outweigh the inherent risks. Its functionality remains consistent across game updates, making it a highly recommended tool if encountered during an investigation.

Its primary function is to reveal the ghost's current favored room or area. The mirror provides a panoramic view of this location, significantly accelerating the ghost-hunting process. Knowing the map layout allows for strategic equipment placement before the investigation becomes perilous.

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

To utilize the Haunted Mirror, simply pick it up and use the designated interaction button (mouse or controller) to hold it aloft. Its reflection will display the ghost's preferred room. On Professional difficulty and above, remember that the ghost's location may shift after a certain timeframe.

However, prolonged observation of the Haunted Mirror depletes sanity. Holding it for the entire duration results in the mirror shattering and triggers a Cursed Hunt at your current position. Therefore, use it judiciously when sanity levels are high and you fully comprehend the reflection's information.

Understanding Cursed Objects (Possessions) in Phasmophobia

Unlike standard equipment, which aids in ghost detection and evidence gathering with minimal risk, Cursed Objects offer shortcuts or advantages to manipulate the ghost, but at a considerably higher risk to your character's safety.

The risk associated with each Cursed Object differs, leaving the decision of their use to the player(s). No penalties exist for avoiding 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 guide concludes with instructions on using the Haunted Mirror in Phasmophobia. For more Phasmophobia guides and news, including the 2025 Roadmap & Preview, visit The Escapist.