Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64Bit Processeur : Intel Core i5-4590 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 970 / AMD Radeon R9 390 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 21 GB d'espace disque disponible Prise en charge VR: OpenXR Notes supplémentaires : Minimum Specs are for VR, lower specs may work for Non-VR.
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 64Bit Processeur : Intel Core i5-10600 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 21 GB d'espace disque disponible
Phasmophobia
A terrifying descent into paranormal investigation that commands veteran dedication, with 193 players logging over 25 hours. Steam reviews reflect this enduring obsession, backed by a staggering 94 percent positive history and 84 percent post-release approval across recent sampled feedback.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 81 | 69 | 0 | 12 |
| Content / longevity | 17 | 8 | 1 | 8 |
| Multiplayer | 13 | 11 | 0 | 2 |
| Stability / bugs | 12 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Performance | 11 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
| Graphics / art | 8 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| Story / writing | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Audio / music | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Value for money | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 23 h on median; those who dislike it: 60 h.
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Sep 18, 2020 · All-time low: €8.69 (Jun 27, 2024)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 54 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 19,1 % of players.
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Strengths
- Core cooperative mechanics drive the experience, earning 69 positive mentions out of 81.
- Multiplayer sessions shine with friends, highlighted by 11 positive mentions out of 13.
- Atmospheric immersion delivers genuine terror, supported by 5 mentions specifically noting how scary the ghost hunts are.
Weaknesses
- Technical stability falters under pressure, accumulating 10 negative mentions out of 12 regarding persistent bugs.
- Hardware optimization struggles noticeably, resulting in 9 negative mentions out of 11 for performance.
- Menu navigation frustrates users, cited in 5 negative mentions out of 5 for poor interface design.
Who is it for?
Fearless investigators who thrive on cooperative ghost-hunting with a group of friends will find endless replayability here.
Is Phasmophobia worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 94% of 833,724 Steam reviews are positive (player score 84/100). Most-praised strength: Core cooperative mechanics drive the experience, earning. Current price: 13,29€ (30% off).
Verdict
Despite recurring technical bugs and poor optimization, the chilling atmosphere and addictive multiplayer loop secure its status as a co-op masterpiece. With over 830,000 total reviews and a 94 percent overall positive rating, it remains a premier destination for psychological horror.
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