Temperature Drop

Lore & Background

Different spirits exhibit unique relationships with cold. Some ghosts, like the Deogen, seem to feed on heat or manipulate temperature in erratic patterns, while others simply radiate a constant chill that permeates their haunts. The phenomenon is often tied to the ghost's emotional state; intense anger or aggression during a hunt can cause temperatures to crash instantly, freezing water pipes and shattering glass. This universal mechanic ensures that no matter how elusive a spirit may be, its cold touch remains a constant threat in the dark corners of abandoned buildings.

In Their Own Story

The digital thermometer in Elias's hand flickered from a steady 21°C down to -5°C in the span of three seconds. The air instantly grew heavy and bit at his lungs as he exhaled, watching his breath bloom into thick white clouds that hung suspended in the stagnant darkness. He wasn't alone; the sudden frost creeping across the peeling wallpaper confirmed it. Somewhere behind the boarded-up window, a presence was waiting, feeding on the cold to draw strength before its next attack.

Reader's Guide

To effectively track temperature drops, equip at least two thermometers and place them in separate rooms within the suspected ghost room. Monitor the readings closely; a drop of more than 5 degrees usually indicates the ghost is present or has just passed through. If you witness a sudden freeze where your breath becomes visible or equipment malfunctions due to cold, immediately mark that location on your map. This confirms the ghost's current position without needing visual contact, which is crucial for identifying ghosts like the Deogen or tracking a Wraith during a hunt. During an active hunt, if you see your thermometer plummet while hiding, it means the ghost is near or hunting in your vicinity. Use this data to avoid the area or confirm the ghost's path. Always keep a thermal camera ready to spot these drops visually from a distance, allowing for safer identification strategies.

Did You Know?

• The Ouija Board was the first Cursed Possession in Phasmophobia, present in early alpha and the initial release.
• As of November 2025, there are seven possible pieces of ghost evidence.
• On Nightmare difficulty and higher, the ghost will only show two or lower pieces of evidence.
• The Monkey Paw reduces the custom game multiplier by 5x, the most extreme reduction of any Cursed Possession.
• Phasmophobia became the sixth-most popular game on Twitch in October 2020.