How to Hide From Ghosts in Phasmophobia: A Comprehensive Guide
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The thrill of Phasmophobia lies in its terrifying hunts, where a spectral entity actively seeks you out. Survival hinges on your ability to effectively hide. So, the million-dollar question is: How do you hide from ghosts in Phasmophobia? The answer isn’t as simple as ducking behind a chair; it requires a strategic understanding of the game’s mechanics and the ghost’s behavior. In essence, successful hiding involves breaking the ghost’s line of sight and minimizing the sensory clues that might give your position away. It’s a mix of utilizing designated hiding spots, understanding ghost AI, and mastering the art of silence.
Understanding the Basics of Hiding
The primary goal when a hunt begins is to immediately break the ghost’s line of sight. This doesn’t always mean finding a hiding spot, at least not immediately. Sometimes, just quickly running into another room, turning a corner, or ducking behind furniture can provide a momentary reprieve, especially against slower ghosts. After breaking line of sight, you should then seek out a secure hiding place.
Designated Hiding Spots
Phasmophobia provides specific areas designed for hiding, these are your safest bet during a hunt:
- Closets: These offer decent concealment, but they aren’t foolproof. You must ensure that the closet door is shut and that you’re not partially visible.
- Lockers: Similar to closets, lockers provide concealment. Make sure the locker door is fully closed.
- Small Tents: In maps with tents, these provide a space to duck down and hide.
Minimizing Noise and Light
The ghost is guided by sound and sight. During a hunt, you need to:
- Stay Silent: Any noises, including talking on your microphone, can betray your position. The game features voice recognition and the ghost will hear you.
- Turn Off Electronic Devices: Flashlights, cameras, and other electronic items emit light and can alert the ghost to your location. Deactivate them before hiding.
Mastering Advanced Hiding Techniques
Beyond just finding a place to hide, there are more nuanced techniques to enhance your survivability during a hunt:
Utilizing Doors
While hiding behind open passageway doors can be risky, the ghost will override a player holding it open, holding hiding spot doors closed will reduce the chance of the ghost finding you. If the ghost is nearby, it may force the door closed and search behind it. This is why securing the door completely (i.e. closing it fully) is always better than holding it open.
The Line of Sight Game
Even without designated hiding spots, successfully escaping the ghost during a hunt relies on breaking line of sight. Abruptly turning into another room or around a corner can help you escape, especially with slower ghosts, as they will trail your last seen location.
The Deogen Exception
It is imperative to understand that there’s an exception to all the standard hiding techniques. The Deogen is a ghost that always knows your exact location. Therefore, traditional hiding is futile. To evade a Deogen, you must rely on speed and looping or kiting around objects to waste its time and make it easier for others to find evidence.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I hide behind open doors?
No, hiding behind open passageway doors is risky. If the ghost is near, it will close the door and check behind it, potentially leading to your demise.
2. Can a ghost hear me talking when I am hiding?
Yes, Phasmophobia features voice recognition, and the ghost will always hear you. So, it is best to stay completely silent during a hunt.
3. Do electronic devices give away my position when hiding?
Yes, electronic devices such as flashlights, cameras, and motion sensors can give away your hiding position during a hunt. Therefore, you should turn them off when hiding from the ghost.
4. Is it true that the Deogen always knows my location?
Yes, the Deogen is the only exception. This ghost always knows your exact location, making traditional hiding ineffective against it. You must rely on looping or kiting.
5. Can I hide forever in a closet or locker?
Yes, you can hide in a closet or locker as long as you stay quiet and don’t have any electronic devices on. Once the hunt is over, the ghost will no longer be hunting you until the next hunt starts.
6. Does crouching help me hide better?
Crouching is not the primary method of hiding, but it can be useful for getting around in the dark while navigating to your hiding spot.
7. What should I do if I can’t find a hiding spot?
If you cannot find a hiding spot, try to break line of sight by quickly turning corners, running into a different room, and utilizing objects or furniture as obstacles.
8. Can I take a picture of a ghost while it’s hunting?
Yes, you can attempt to take a picture of a ghost during a hunt. However, if it’s a Phantom, it will be invisible in the picture, and the photo will not contain any interference.
9. Can the ghost set off the car alarm outside?
Yes, ghosts can set off the car alarm on maps that have vehicles outside the building, adding an extra layer of unpredictability.
10. Can I make the ghost appear by saying certain things?
Yes, saying words like “I’m scared,” “scary,” or “horror” can trigger ghost activity in Phasmophobia. However, this is something that you may want to do to gather evidence.
11. What do ghost look like?
The ghosts can appear as a shadow, translucent, or fully visible. However, a specific model is not tied to each type of ghost. Their appearance should not be used to judge the type of ghost.
12. Are Demons the hardest ghost to encounter in Phasmophobia?
Demons are indeed very dangerous, due to their aggression and frequent attacks, making them one of the hardest ghosts to handle. This, combined with the fact that people spend more time hiding than gathering evidence, can spell a quick end to your game.
13. Can I lock the doors behind me?
Players can’t manually lock the exit doors. They can be locked by the game to trap the ghost inside the investigation area and to trap players during hunts.
14. Can the ghost be invulnerable?
Yes, ghosts can have a special hunt where they become invulnerable, forcing players to run away and hide.
15. Does hiding from the ghost require an insane level of skill?
No, hiding in Phasmophobia isn’t impossible, and with practice, you can effectively use closets, lockers, and the environment around you to hide from the ghost and make it out alive.
Conclusion
Effectively hiding from the ghost in Phasmophobia is a blend of using designated spots, breaking line of sight, staying silent, and understanding the nuances of each ghost type, particularly the Deogen. By mastering these techniques and understanding the game’s mechanics, you can significantly increase your survivability rate, even against the most relentless ghosts. The thrill of Phasmophobia lies in the constant tension and the need to adapt, but the ability to hide well will always be your strongest tool.