Play it if
Your group loves horror and solving mysteries.
Skip it if
You want fast action or are easily scared.
Co-op sheet
- Players
- 1–4 players
- Online
- Yes
- Couch / split-screen
- No
- Friend's Pass
- No
- Cross-play
- No
- Solo
- Possible, very tense
- Voice chat
- Essential
1The pitch
Your team of paranormal investigators visits haunted houses and buildings. You set up equipment, gather evidence and try to identify which type of ghost is present.
2Playing together
One player watches cameras, another reads EMF, another asks the ghost questions out loud. The game uses voice recognition, so the ghost can react to what you say. Splitting up is efficient and terrifying.
3Who carries who
Experienced players know evidence types and ghost behaviours; newcomers can learn by watching and handling equipment. The learning curve is real.
4Look & sound
Atmospheric, dark environments and excellent sound. VR support makes it even scarier.
5Setup & value
Online co-op up to four players, with VR and non-VR players together. Early Access, internet required. Rated Playable on Steam Deck.
Best bits
- Voice recognition is brilliant
- Real investigation teamwork
- VR support
- Regular free updates
Watch out
- Steep learning curve
- Early Access
- Online only
Score sheet
- Teamwork 25%
- 90
- Fun together 25%
- 88
- Easy to join 15%
- 66
- Replay 20%
- 88
- Value 15%
- 90
90 × 25% + 88 × 25% + 66 × 15% + 88 × 20% + 90 × 15% = 85.50 → 86
The verdict
Verdict
“Phasmophobia is the scariest co-op game here and one of the most unique. Learning it together is half the fun.”
By the Co-op Quest Guide editorial desk · Updated 6 Oct 2026 · How we score · Report an error
