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Phasmophobia
Action
Indie
Early Access
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Tracked Controller Support
VR Supported
Steam Trading Cards
Camera Comfort
Adjustable Difficulty
Playable without Timed Input
Stereo Sound
Surround Sound
Steam Cloud
Remote Play on Phone
Remote Play on Tablet
Family Sharing

Phasmophobia is a 4 player online co-op psychological horror. Paranormal activity is on the rise and it’s up to you and your team to use all the ghost-hunting equipment at your disposal in order to gather as much evidence as you can.

Developers: Kinetic Games
Publishers: Kinetic Games
Release Date: Sep 18, 2020
Price (USD): $13.99
Current Players: 8.6k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Overwhelmingly Positive(96%)
addictive gameplay
voice recognition
immersive experience
tense atmosphere
cooperative gameplay
graphics
updates
repetitiveness
learning curve
technical issues
bugs
repetitive
confusing mechanics
simple graphics
Overall, the sentiment towards Phasmophobia is largely positive, with players highlighting its immersive experience, fun multiplayer mode, and fear-inducing atmosphere. However, a few criticisms arise over its repetitiveness and technical issues that some players have encountered. While some players desire more frequent updates, the overachieving sentiment is one of enjoyment and community engagement. The game is highly recommended for anyone who enjoys cooperative horror experiences, particularly in a multiplayer setting.

Positive Points

  • The game is very fun and addictive, especially when played with friends.
  • The innovative mechanics, such as voice recognition, create an immersive and unpredictable experience.
  • Phasmophobia has a tense atmosphere that builds real fear and highlights excellent cooperative gameplay.
  • The game's frequent updates and potential new content keep players engaged and excited.

    • Negative Points

  • There are several technical issues, including bugs, performance problems, and confusing mechanics affecting immersion.
  • Some players have found the game repetitive, particularly when played alone.
  • The game's tutorials and onboarding for new players could be improved to help with the learning curve.

    • Mixed Points

  • The graphics are noted as being simple, which some players see as a negative, but others feel it doesn't detract from the experience.
  • The game offers an initially intense and engaging horror experience, but this can diminish as players become more familiar with the game.

    • Common Themes

  • Phasmophobia is widely praised for being a great game to play with friends, with many reviews mentioning the fun and chaos of the multiplayer aspect.
  • The game's atmosphere and sound design contribute significantly to its horror appeal.
  • Players appreciate the unique and immersive ghost mechanics, although some find them inconsistent at times.
  • The game receives mixed feedback regarding updates and the pace at which new content is added.
    • Updated 3/29/2026, 12:00:55 AM UTC
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