Phasmophobia Ghosts Guide — Every Ghost, the Phantom & All Evidence
Phasmophobia's ghosts explained: how many ghosts exist, the Phantom ghost (its evidence and behavior), the full ghost list, how evidence works, and how to identify ghosts.
Phasmophobia Ghosts Guide — Every Ghost, the Phantom & All Evidence
The short version: Phasmophobia has 24 ghost types (as of the current build), each with a unique identity, evidence set, and behavior. The Phantom is one of the most-searched — its evidence includes Ghost Orb, Spirit Box, and Ghost Writing (in the classic setup; always verify the current evidence list in-game). You identify ghosts by gathering three pieces of evidence with your equipment.
This guide covers the ghost roster and how identification works.
How Many Ghosts?
- 24 ghost types in the current game (the roster has grown since EA — Kinetic adds new ghosts with major updates).
- Each ghost has: an evidence set (which evidence it gives), unique behavior (speed, interactions, hunting quirks), and a difficulty.
24 ghosts. The in-game journal (J key) lists them all with their evidence; the wiki tracks the full roster with behaviors.
The Phantom (One of the Most-Searched)
- Phantom evidence (classic set): Ghost Orb, Spirit Box, Ghost Writing — verify in-game, as evidence sets have been rebalanced in updates.
- Phantom behavior: It's known for disappearing when photographed (taking a photo of it makes it vanish briefly) and appearing as a flickering silhouette.
- Why it's searched: The Phantom's "disappears on photo" quirk is one of the game's memorable mechanics, and "phantom phasmophobia" also collides with the word "phantom" generally.
Kinetic Games has rebalanced evidence sets across updates. Always verify a ghost's evidence in-game (journal) or on the current wiki — guides from older versions may list outdated evidence.
How Ghost Identification Works
- Gather evidence: Use equipment — EMF Reader, Spirit Box, Ghost Writing Book, D.O.T.S. Projector, Ultraviolet (UV), Ghost Orb (video camera), Freezing Temperatures (thermometer).
- Three pieces: Identify the ghost when you have three matching evidence (the journal's evidence grid narrows it down).
- Behavior confirms: Ghost behavior (speed, hunt style, interaction patterns) can confirm or rule out ghosts even with incomplete evidence (the advanced meta).
Notable Ghosts (Quick Reference)
| Ghost | Signature |
|---|---|
| Phantom | Disappears when photographed |
| Oni | More active with players present |
| Revenant | Extremely fast during hunts (slow otherwise) |
| Jinn | Fast when the fuse box is on |
| Demon | Aggressive; hunts more often |
| Banshee | Targets one player; wails on the parabolic mic |
| Yokai, Mare, Deogen, Moroi, etc. | Various behavior quirks |
"Child of the Cult" (What It Is)
- "Child of the Cult" is a search that hits Phasmophobia — it's tied to the game's cult/ghost-event content (a ghost event/reference in the Apocalypse/game content). The exact in-game meaning (a ghost type, event, or Easter egg) is covered in the current wiki — treat specific mechanics per the live build.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ghosts are in Phasmophobia?
24 ghost types in the current build, each with unique evidence and behavior.
What is the Phantom in Phasmophobia?
A ghost whose evidence includes Ghost Orb, Spirit Box, and Ghost Writing (verify in-game) — famous for disappearing when photographed.
How do I identify ghosts in Phasmophobia?
Gather evidence with equipment (EMF, Spirit Box, Ghost Writing, D.O.T.S., UV, Ghost Orb, Freezing) and match three to the journal's grid.
What evidence does the Phantom give?
Classically Ghost Orb + Spirit Box + Ghost Writing — always verify against the current in-game journal (evidence sets have been rebalanced).
What is Child of the Cult in Phasmophobia?
A cult-themed ghost event/content reference in the game — check the current wiki for its exact in-game form.
What's the hardest ghost to identify?
It varies — ghosts with overlapping evidence sets (and the faster hunters like the Revenant/Demon) trip up players most.