If you think you’ve mastered the art of ghost hunting in Phasmophobia, you may be ready to put your skills to the test. Weekly challenge modes are a great way to find out just how good you are.
These special trials modify how the game works, usually with rules that make the experience a lot harder. Successfully finishing the challenge gets you plenty of XP and cash, so it’s well worth the effort. Here’s the weekly challenge in Phasmophobia and everything you need to know to beat it.
Table of contents
- Phasmophobia weekly challenge mode (Jan. 25-Feb. 1)
- How to complete the weekly challenge in Phasmophobia
- All Hide and Seek: Hide! weekly challenge modifiers in Phasmophobia
- Phasmophobia Hide and Seek: Hide! weekly challenge mode tips
- When does the challenge mode change in Phasmophobia?
- Next weekly challenge mode in Phasmophobia
- All weekly challenge modes in Phasmophobia
- Special challenge modes in Phasmophobia
Phasmophobia weekly challenge mode (Jan. 25-Feb. 1)
From Jan. 25 to Feb. 1, the weekly challenge is Hide and Seek: Hide! in Phasmophobia. In this challenge, the ghost is super hostile and eager to hunt you as soon as you set foot on the map. It’s a twisted game of hide and seek, and surviving isn’t easy.
How to complete the weekly challenge in Phasmophobia
To finish the weekly challenge mode in Phasmophobia, you need to correctly identify the ghost present on the featured map three times. The specific changes present in each trial mode vary, but your goal is always the same.
All Hide and Seek: Hide! weekly challenge modifiers in Phasmophobia
This challenge mode has several specific rules that modify the way the contract functions. Here are all the key details you need to know.
- Map: Point Hope
- Starting sanity: Zero percent
- Setup time: One minute
- Sanity pill restoration: Zero percent
- Sanity drain speed: 150 percent
- Cursed Possession: None
- Equipment: Mix of Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III items.
- Tier I: Sound Recorder, Salt, Sanity Medication, Incense, Sound Sensor, Photo Camera, Motion Sensor, Ultraviolet, and Tripod.
- Tier II: Thermometer, Ghost Writing Book, Crucifix, Firelight, Igniter, EMF Reader, Video Camera, Spirit Box, DOTS Projector, and Flashlight.
Phasmophobia Hide and Seek: Hide! weekly challenge mode tips
This is one of the trickier challenges you can attempt in Phasmophobia, so here are some of the best tips you can employ to help you get it done.
- Hide when needed. I usually prefer to run from the ghost during hunts, but the small and circular nature of the Point Hope lighthouse map makes this pretty much impossible. Hence, your only real shot at survival is hiding when the ghost comes after you.
- Switch floors during hunts. Before you try to hide from the ghost, change which floor you’re on for a better shot at breaking the line of sight with the ghost. If the ghost loses sight of you, they’re much less likely to catch you.
- Use Sound Sensors and Motion Sensors. Point Hope is a massive map, so one of the toughest parts of this trial is simply finding the ghost. Placing these items around the 10 levels will help you narrow down the right area to search based on what activity you pick up.
- Place your Crucifixes as soon as possible. They’re your only real way of preventing a hunt, so get them placed around the ghost room as soon as possible to buy yourself more investigation time.
- Watch for unofficial evidence, behaviors, and patterns. It’s tough to actually spend time investigating during this trial since the ghost is ready to hunt you almost right away, so look out for unofficial evidence to figure out what type of ghost is present. Examples of what to search for include specific noises picked up by the Sound Recorder, Ghost Orbs left behind by The Mimic, and the Wraith’s refusal to ever step in Salt.
- Play with friends. Your odds of success are a lot better with allies helping you through this tricky trial. With additional ghost hunters at your side, you can explore the map more quickly, work together to gather evidence, and continue the investigation even if you perish.
- Don’t give up. Since all equipment is provided for free, there’s nothing to lose in this challenge. Because of this, you can keep trying without worrying about losing money or equipment. Give each contract your all and keep at it until you get it done.
- Make an educated guess. Some ghosts are just easier to identify than others, so luck plays a large role in how easy or tough this trial is. You should always make a guess before you leave, then reroll to try again, even if you have no idea what the correct ghost type is.
When does the challenge mode change in Phasmophobia?
The challenge mode changes every Monday at 12am UTC, which translates to 6pm CT every Sunday. You have a full week to tackle each challenge mode when it’s available. All challenge modes return regularly since they’re on a rotating schedule, so if you don’t get to finish one, you can always try it again in the future.
Next weekly challenge mode in Phasmophobia
The next weekly challenge mode, which will run for a full week from Feb. 1 to 8, will be Frostbitten. This challenge mode will begin as soon as this week’s featured one ends.
All weekly challenge modes in Phasmophobia
There are 26 challenge modes in Phasmophobia. A different one is available to complete each week, and the challenge order stays identical, so it’s easy to know which one is coming next. Here are all of the challenges you may face in Phasmophobia.
| Name | Description | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Lights Out! | Get your candles at the ready, all the lights are out! | 6 Tanglewood Drive |
| Speed Demons | There must be something in the air, everyone’s going crazy! | Maple Lodge Campsite |
| Detectives Only | Put your detective skills to the test, this ghost is giving nothing away! | 42 Edgefield Road |
| Hide and Seek: Seeker | There’s a very quiet ghost hiding somewhere, can you find it? | Brownstone High School |
| Hide and Seek: Hide! | This ghost wants to play a game, you better hide quick! | Point Hope |
| Frostbitten | It’s so cold that it’s slowing everyone down, including the ghost! | Camp Woodwind |
| Do as I Command | You’ll have to force this ghost to give you evidence, luckily, we’ve found some extra items to help you out. | Grafton Farmhouse |
| Tortoise and the Hare: Hare | Give it your all, this ghost is feeling especially frail. | Bleasdale Farmhouse |
| Tortoise and the Hare: Tortoise | After last week you’re feeling a bit worn out, and to make matters worse, the ghost has recovered! | Grafton Farmhouse |
| Gotta Go Fast! | No hiding, no sanity, get going! | Prison |
| Sanity Survival | Sanity is a scarce resource with no pills or lights. Be careful finding this Nightmare ghost. | 10 Ridgeview Court |
| Speedrun! | Maybe you could start a timer, how quickly can you find this ghost’s identity? | 6 Tanglewood Drive |
| Survival of the Fittest | You’ve got no pills, no sanity and no evidence to work with. It’s gonna be a tough one! | 42 Edgefield Road |
| Primitive | I’m afraid all of the electronic equipment has short-circuited, you’ll have to make do without | 10 Ridgeview Court |
| Vulnerable | You’ll be going into this one with no defenses, be careful out there. | 13 Willow Street |
| Missed Delivery | We didn’t receive our full equipment delivery this week, so you won’t have everything you might need! | Brownstone High School |
| Audio Only | We’ve managed to get hold of some extra audio equipment. You’ll have to use your ears on this one. | Sunny Meadows Mental Institution |
| Technophilia | We’ve thrown out all of those prehistoric items, this contract is all about technology! | Bleasdale Farmhouse |
| No Evidence | These ghosts really don’t wanna help you out, but we’re sure you’re up to the task. | Grafton Farmhouse |
| The Apocalypse Draws Near | The hardest possible challenge, but with normal investigator speed. Good luck. | Sunny Meadows Mental Institution (Restricted) |
| Slow and Steady | This ghost may be slow, but it’s angry. Keep on your toes! | Camp Woodwind |
| Paranormal Paparazzi | You’ve got cameras, lights and sound. Find that ghost type! | Point Hope |
| Hide and Seek: Extreme | This ghost wants to play a game, you better hide. | Camp Woodwind |
| Glow in the Dark | Some of our equipment has stopped working, hopefully this’ll be enough for you to see. | 42 Edgefield Road |
| Deja Vu | This one feels pretty nostalgic, don’t you think? | 6 Tanglewood Drive |
| Tag! You’re It! | This ghost will chase you immediately, better get running! | Brownstone High School |
Special challenge modes in Phasmophobia
In addition to the regular challenge modes that rotate in and out on a consistent basis, there are also sometimes special challenge modes that have only ever appeared once and left the rotation afterward. These trials are generally designed for testing out features that are new at the time, like fresh equipment and maps.
| Name | Description | Map | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| On Record | Try out the media overhaul in this new challenge, can you get a perfect game? | Bleasdale Farmhouse | June 24 to July 1, 2025 |
| Open For Business | A storm is brewing outside the diner…but is it really safer inside? | Nell’s Diner | Nov. 11 to 16, 2025 |
