What is the weekly challenge in Phasmophobia?

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 see 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.

Phasmophobia weekly challenge mode (Dec. 14-21)

From Dec. 14 to 21, the weekly challenge is Deja Vu in Phasmophobia. In this challenge, nostalgia is the focus, and most of the equipment and modifiers are altered to reflect how this game used to be played.

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 Deja Vu 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 about this trial.

• Map: 6 Tanglewood Drive
• Starting sanity: 100 percent
• Setup time: None
• Sprint: None
• Ghost speed: 75 percent
• Weather: Light rain
• Cursed Possession: Ouija Board
• Equipment: Mix of Tier I and Tier II items.
  • Tier I: Thermometer, Flashlight, Tripod, Video Camera, Parabolic Microphone, Motion Sensor, Head Gear, Sound Sensor, UV Light, and Salt.
  • Tier II: Spirit Box, Ghost Writing Book, Crucifix, EMF Reader, UV Light, Photo Camera, Igniter, Sanity Medication, and Incense.
• Missing Equipment: Two Firelights, one Salt, four Sound Recorders, and four DOTS Projectors.

Phasmophobia Deja Vu weekly challenge mode tips

The Glow in the Dark challenge is one of the trickier ones you can attempt in Phasmophobia, so here are some of the best tips to help you get it done.

• Get the fuse box on first. It starts in the off position and isn’t marked on the map, so be sure to get it going right away so the temperature has time to acclimate. You won’t get correct readings if it’s off.
• Bring all your equipment to the front door. Before you start investigating, bring all of the items you need to the front door. You don’t have a setup time, so the ghost can technically come after you as soon as you set foot inside if you’re unlucky and it happens to be a Demon. If you prepare a bit by gathering the items you need near the front door, you’ll save time and be more likely to succeed.
• Place Crucifixes in the ghost room. Once you know where the ghost is, place your Crucifixes around the room for protection. This powerful tool can block a few ghost hunts, so make sure you use it to your advantage.
• Don’t use the Ouija Board. The Deja Vu trial is one of the more doable ones, so it’s best to play it safe and not risk using the Ouija Board. Messing with this item is risky and more likely to result in your demise.
• 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 Dec. 21 to 28, will be Tag! You’re It!. This challenge mode will begin as soon as this week’s featured one, Deja Vu, 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.

Special challenge modes

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.