Phasmophobia V0.174 ((exclusive))

Prior to v0.174, equipment was purchased in tiers (Tier I, II, III), with higher tiers offering statistical advantages (e.g., greater range, larger light radius).

As of April 2026, Phasmophobia v0.174 represents a refined stage of the game's ongoing "Horror Engine" overhaul, focusing on deep immersion and technical stability. Phasmophobia v0.174

Maps like (the old version) and the original Tanglewood were the primary focus of investigations. Prior to v0

: New visual cues were added where lights flicker if your sanity is low. Notably, these flickers are client-side, meaning only the player with low sanity can see them. : New visual cues were added where lights

: Network calls during the hunting phase were optimized to improve performance and stability during the most intensive part of the game. Phasmophobia Wiki Server Stability

Phasmophobia v0.174 is more than just a minor patch; it is a testament to the developers' commitment to maintaining the game's crown as the premier ghost-hunting simulator. Whether you are a solo investigator or part of a veteran crew, there has never been a better—or scarier—time to step into the dark.

This update focused on making the game more challenging and fixing bugs that players were using to "cheese" ghost encounters.