Summary
There’s a particular achievement that a lot of players of the survival horror hitPhasmophobiahave overlooked, and it turns out to be one of the easiest trophies one can earn in the game. Despite being over three years old, the game remains popular and shows no signs of stopping withconsole versions ofPhasmophobiastill on the way, albeit delayed.
Phasmophobiainnovated on the survival horror genre when it was released at the height of the pandemic in September 2020, making use of voice chat to influence events in each game session. It became really popular during the lockdowns because of Twitch and YouTube streamers who made it highly entertaining, contributing to record sales on Steam. WhilePhasmophobiais long past its glory days, it has still retained a loyal fanbase.
The Easiest Phasmophobia Achievement Few Have Gotten
Redditor Kiska_Hacker was browsing their Steam library when they were looking at thePhasmophobiapage and noticed the “No More Training Wheels” achievement. This achievement is given to new players who have completed the game’s tutorial, and they noticed that only 1.4% of players have earned what is technically the easiest achievement to get inPhasmophobia. With how few players have it, though, it’s also apparently the easiest to miss. Another Redditor observed that many veterans have been playing sincebefore there were achievements forPhasmophobia, and most of them seemingly weren’t concerned enough about racking up trophies to go back and play the tutorial.
Meanwhile, there’s still a chance for new players to get the trophy and bring that number up, as developer Kinetic Games continues to maintain the game years after it debuted, having justreleased aPhasmophobiaupdate in January 2024. The patch mainly changed graphics settings involving lighting, making for better visuals. There were also a number of small fixes and gameplay balance additions, showing that the team is mindful of players' experiences.
WhilePhasmophobiafans still have to wait a little longer for new content and the console port, there are other things to try. Horror gaming is hot as always, and those who are looking for similar scary titles may enjoyThe Outlast Trialswhen it releases on March 5. While it doesn’t quite sharePhasmophobia’s innovative voice-based gameplay and paranormal setting,The Outlast Trialsalso seems to have the similar eerie atmosphere and item-based gameplay that helped make the first game a hit, along with class-based characters that may appeal to fans of RPGs and team mechanics.The Outlast Trialsmight be the next big breakout hit for those who’ve missed the initial spark they felt when they first playedPhasmophobia.
Phasmophobia
WHERE TO PLAY
Phasmophobia is a 4-player, online co-op, psychological horror game. You and your team of paranormal investigators will enter haunted locations filled with paranormal activity and attempt to gather as much evidence as you may. Use your ghost-hunting equipment to find and record evidence to sell on to a ghost removal team.Immersive Experience:Realistic graphics and sounds as well as a minimal user interface ensure a totally immersive experience that will keep you on your toes.Unique Ghosts:Identify over 20 different ghost types, each with unique traits, personalities, and abilities to make each investigation feel different from the last.Equipment:Use well-known ghost-hunting equipment such as EMF Readers, Spirit Boxes, Thermometers, and Night Vision Cameras to find clues and gather as much paranormal evidence as you can. Find Cursed Possessions that grant information or abilities in exchange for your sanity.Full Voice Recognition:The Ghosts are listening! Use your actual voice to interact with the Ghosts through Ouija Boards and EVP Sessions using a Spirit Box.Locations:Choose from over 10 different haunted locations, each with unique twists, hiding spots, and layouts.Game Modes:With 5 default difficulties and hand crafted weekly challenges, there are plenty of ways to test your skills.Teamwork:Dive in head first, get your hands dirty searching for evidence while fighting for your life. If you’re not feeling up to the task, play it safe and support your team from the truck by monitoring the investigation with CCTV and motion sensors.Custom Difficulty:Create your own games to tailor the difficulty to your or your group’s needs, with proportional rewards and come up with crazy game modes of your own!Co-operate:Play alongside your friends with up to 4 players in this co-op horror where teamwork is key to your success.Play together:Phasmophobia supports all players together, play with your friends with any combination of input types.
