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Phasmophobia's latest update introduces a spooky diner, bringing the game one step closer to its 1.0 launch

by Rick Lane

Between staying up all night, trudging endlessly through potentially haunted rooms, and having your dinner scared out of you by some spectral horror, ghost hunting is hungry work. So it's little wonder that the next stop for Phasmophobia's spook sleuths is an all-American diner. Gastronomic pitstop Nell's Diner is the latest map added to Kinetic Games' supernatural sensation, and you can take a seat in one of its haunted booths right now... Read more.

Phasmophobia - Nell's Diner v0.15.0.0

by Tom Dent

Welcome back, Ghost Hunters.Nell’s Diner has opened it’s doors. Phasmophobia’s newest map is now live across all platforms - Steam, PS5, PS VR2 and Xbox Series X/S.In order to access Nell’s Diner, make sure your version of Phasmophobia is up to date (v0.15.0.0).NewNell’s Diner: Nell’s Diner is the newest map of Phasmophobia. Similar in size to 6 Tanglewood Drive, but much denser with a wide array of new interactable objects for both players and ghosts. Consisting of 13 rooms total, with 11 possible ghost rooms - including a walk-in freezer room - there’s plenty for Ghost Hunters to discover.Moneybags: We’ve added the new Moneybags ID Card & Badge with this update. This’ll unlock once the player has earned the ‘Break the Bank’ achievement.If you have already earned the achievement, this ID Card will unlock upon completing your first contract after downloading the update.FixesFixed an issue that caused no audio to play when a light is shattered during a ghost event.Fixed an issue that ca...

Phasmophobia dev knows that you want more small maps, and Nell's Diner certainly delivers

by editor@pcgamesn.com

Despite its incredible popularity and being five years into its life-cycle, ghost-hunting horror game Phasmophobia remains in early access, with a full 1.0 roadmap planned for 2026 and beyond. As such, new content is constantly being added, and huge overhaul make everything feel brand-new all over again. I recently got back into Phasmophobia, and it's these changes that have made it feel so fresh. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Phasmophobia Challenge Mode quest this week I returned to Phasmophobia while everyone else was playing Arc Raiders or BF6, and the horror hit has never been better Phasmophobia freezing temps explained - how to use a thermometer

Going Hands-On With Phasmophobia: Nell’s Diner—Serving Up Scares

by Jordan Biordi

I didn’t expect to get as invested in Phasmophobia as I have in recent years. When the game first launched, it seemed like a lighthearted multiplayer title best suited to streamers or players who didn’t take horror too seriously. But the more I played, the more I realized I was wrong. The team at Kinetic has stayed dedicated to building a genuine horror experience—whether playing alone or with friends. Hot off the heels of the addition of the Point Hope Lighthouse map and the drastically redesigned Bleasdale and Grafton Farmhouses comes the highly anticipated Nell’s Diner—a simple yet deeply atmospheric new map that adds a lot of dynamism without completely overwhelming players. Something I really liked about Phasmophobia’s Point Hope map was how it experimented with verticality, and seeing more maps that played on somewhat traditional styles interested me more than just making haunted houses. Nell’s Diner feels like a map that fits this design philosophy. From the... Read more

I returned to Phasmophobia while everyone else was playing Arc Raiders or BF6, and the horror hit has never been better

by editor@pcgamesn.com

I write about videogames for a living, and even I can't find the time to play half of what I'd like to, doubly so when it comes to the world of live-service. I often have to leave the games I love by the wayside, and despite enjoying the time I spent with Phasmophobia in late 2020, the following five years came and went without me launching the terrifying, ghost-hunting horror game even once. I'm a huge horror fan. From linear single-player games like Silent Hill and Crow Country to asynchronous multiplayer games like Dead by Daylight and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, you can be sure I've at least tried it, even if I haven't stuck it out. Naturally, when Phasmophobia was all over Twitch back in 2020, I had to pick it up. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Phasmophobia Challenge Mode quests this week Phasmophobia freezing temps explained - how to use a thermometer Phasmophobia dirty water explained

The best horror games to play over Halloween

by Elie Gould

There's no better time to settle down with some of the best horror games than Halloween. It almost feels like an obligatory way to celebrate the holiday at this stage. But nowadays horror comes in all shapes and sizes, meaning that there's something for everyone, even those who aren't fond of scares... Read more.

Nell's Diner Release Date

by KineticGamesAT

Welcome back, Ghost Hunters. We’ve got a new map coming for you. Very soon.First announced during our fifth anniversary TwitchCon panel last week, we are delighted to say that Nell’s Diner will be coming to Phasmophobia on November 11th. Check out the creepy trailer below for a sneak peek at what to expect when Nell’s is open for business.Nell’s Diner is set to be one of the game’s smaller maps, similar in size to the likes of Tanglewood, featuring a classic food counter complete with red leather stools, booths, a kitchen, storage rooms, and, of course, plenty of hauntings to decipher. We can’t wait to welcome you to Nell’s Diner when its doors open on November 11th.Thanks,Kinetic Games Team

Phasmophobia: The Board Game - Pre Order Now

by Tom Dent

Welcome back, Ghost Hunters. We’ve got a different kind of job for you.Today, Kinetic Games and Lost in Cult are excited to open up pre-orders for Phasmophobia: The Board Game, a collaboration between our two companies that brings Phasmophobia to your table top. You can place your orders here until December 7th, 2025. We’ve worked incredibly closely with the Lost in Cult team to make sure the core Phasmophobia experience is replicated in a new format and the result is something truly special.Check out the trailer below.Phasmophobia: The Board Game is scheduled to launch in late 2026 and brings some unique and exciting twists to the Phasmophobia experience we all know and love. You’ll be able to explore iconic locations from the game, or even build your own thanks to it’s adaptable maps. When it comes to the Ghost Types, you’ll encounter the same amount of types as in-game each with it’s own unique powers with a randomised evidence pool each game.There are three separate editions availa...

Phasmophobia Hotfix v0.14.2.1

by maxhayman

Welcome back, Ghost Hunters. We’ve got an update for you.Today, we have deployed a hotfix for Phasmophobia across all platforms. This addresses issues that arose following the release of the Crimson Eye event.FixesFixed players getting stuck on “Connecting” screen when joining lobbies via friend invite.Removed a pop-up message when unlocking the Child of the Cult foil badge.Main menu radio will now play spooky sounds.Fixed an issue with CCTV which was causing reduced performance until focusing on the CCTV.As you continue your investigations in Phasmophobia, if you encounter bugs, issues or simply have feedback for our team, please use the dedicated channels in the official Phasmophobia Discord.Thanks,The Kinetic Games Team

One the the best parts of Phasmophobia's success is the new wave of co-op horror games, 'There was nothing, now there's obviously quite a lot'

by Elie Gould

One of Phasmophobia's greatest successes is its lasting effect on the horror genre. Multiplayer horror has always had a foothold amongst the subgenres' finest, but after Phasmo's release five years ago, the scene has totally exploded with more horror games, both intense single-player experiences and wacky multiplayer romps... Read more.

After 5 years Phasmophobia is closing in on its 1.0 release with immersive updates and more plans to come: 'If players are still there, we'll still be there'

by Elie Gould

It's been a big year for Phasmophobia, not only did the ghost-hunting multiplayer horror game celebrate its fifth anniversary last month but the dev team are also gearing up for its highly anticipated 1.0 launch... Read more.

Phasmophobia - Crimson Eye v0.14.2.0

by Tom Dent

Open the gates to the otherworldly and let your presence be known.From the depths of the forgotten and the forsaken, bestow upon us your blood-red blessing.Welcome back, Ghost Hunters.The Blood Moon has risen, and with it comes a small update for Phasmophobia. The Blood Moon Preacher has provided us with details on this update, which you can find below.NewCrimson Eye: Phasmophobia’s Halloween event returns for another round. Throughout this event, players will be able to earn extra rewards and work together to complete challenges. For more details, head to our blogpost.Moon Altars: A change to these means that they will now appear as ‘Usable’ in game, and once interacted with will disappear. Remember to take a photo before interacting with an Altar, it’ll count as a Unique piece of Media!While the event Trophy remains the same as the 2024 event’s, it is now upgradeable upon completing Personal Goals. The Crimson Eye trophy can be upgraded up to three times during the event, and progres...

Phasmophobia - The Crimson Eye Returns

by Tom Dent

Oh, Crimson Eye of the Eternal Night, under your blood-stained light, I beseech thee to hear our call once more.By the power of your scarlet gleam, I ask you, oh Crimson Eye, summon forth your servants from realms beyond mortal comprehension. Aide us in our journey to finality, our journey to utopia.Open the gates to the otherworldly and let your presence be known.From the depths of the forgotten and the forsaken, bestow upon us your blood-red blessing.Welcome back, Ghost Hunters.The Blood Moon rises once again. For those that wish to commune, read on.Today we’re excited to announce that this year’s Crimson Eye, Phasmophobia’s annual Halloween event, will start in-game from 9th October - 31st October. During the event, Ghost Hunters will be tasked with working together to complete goals in order to unlock in-game rewards. As with Cursed Hollow earlier this year, we have made several adjustments to the previous iteration of the event to make sure those taking part in the event have both...

Phasmophobia X Insert Coin

by Tom Dent

Welcome back, Ghost Hunters.Today, we have announced our collaboration with Insert Coin, creating a collection of Phasmophobia themed apparel. You can shop the full range here on the Insert Coin website.

Phasmophobia 5th Anniversary v.0.14.1.0

by Tom Dent

Welcome back, Ghost Hunters. We’ve got an update for you.Today, we have deployed a small update to Phasmophobia that brings with it our 5th Anniversary celebration in-game. For details on what we have planned to mark this moment, head to our recent blogpost.Patch notes are below:New5th Anniversary Celebration: To mark Phasmophobia’s 5th anniversary, the main lobby has been adorned with all manner of birthday decor.Anniversary Bonus: Between 15th September and 21st September, all players will earn double XP and money from all activities! This will appear as a “5th Anniversary - x2” modifier in the Debriefing screen.Anniversary Login Reward: Log in during the anniversary week to receive an exclusive anniversary-themed badge—a thank you for being part of 5 years of Phasmophobia.ChangesThe Twitch Drops pop-up now displays the username of the connected Twitch account, making it easier to confirm the player’s account is linked correctly.Added a Disconnect button to the Twitch Drops pop-up, a...