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Phasmophobia Weekly Challenge: Mastering the Primitive Challenge

Author:Kristen Update:Apr 05,2025

Embarking on the Primitive weekly challenge in *Phasmophobia* might feel like a trip back to the Stone Age, but unlike our cave-dwelling ancestors, we've got ghosts to contend with. The challenge? To complete investigations without the aid of electronics. It's a daunting task, but with the right approach, it's definitely achievable.

How To Complete The Primitive Challenge in Phasmophobia

Screenshot by The Escapist

Screenshot by The Escapist
The Primitive Challenge stands out as one of the toughest weekly challenges in *Phasmophobia*. You're tasked with identifying the ghost and completing your investigations at 10 Ridgeview Court without any electronic assistance. This means relying heavily on your intuition and understanding of ghost behavior. To fully complete the challenge, you must successfully conduct three investigations.

Tips & Tricks To Complete Primitive Challenge in Phasmophobia

Completing the Primitive Challenge requires a strategic approach, especially given the limited equipment at your disposal. You won't have access to any electronics, including Flashlights, DOTs Projectors, or Video Cameras. Sanity Medication is also off the table, but you start with a full Sanity meter to help you navigate the darkness.

Screenshot by The Escapist

Screenshot by The Escapist
Your loadout includes two Tier 1 Crucifixes to prevent ghost hunts, Tier 2 Firelights, and a full set of Tier 1 Incense for protection. For evidence gathering, you're equipped with two Tier 3 Ghost Writing books and two Tier 1 UV lights, which double as your light source. Additionally, you have two Tier 1 thermometers to detect freezing temperatures.

Identifying the ghost will require keen observation of its unique behavioral traits. Our no-evidence cheat sheet can be a valuable resource here. To locate the ghost quickly, take advantage of its increased activity during this challenge. Alternatively, you can use the Ouija Board found in the laundry room to ask the ghost its favorite room, though this will cost you 50% of your sanity. Remember to say "Goodbye" to the board to avoid triggering a Cursed Hunt.

Ouija Board in Phasmophobia

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How To Access Challenge Mode in Phasmophobia

Screenshot by The Escapist

Screenshot by The Escapist
To dive into the Primitive Challenge, select either Singleplayer or Multiplayer. Navigate to your Difficulty Settings, find 'Challenge Mode', and apply it. Head back to the main menu, select 10 Ridgeview Court on the map board, and start the challenge with the pre-selected loadout.

When Does The Weekly Challenge Reset in Phasmophobia?

The Weekly Challenge resets every Monday at Midnight UTC, which translates to Sunday evening for North American players:

  • 5:00 pm Pacific Time
  • 6:00 pm Mountain Time
  • 7:00 pm Central Time
  • 8:00 pm Eastern Time

With these tips and strategies, you're well-equipped to tackle the Primitive Challenge in *Phasmophobia*. For more insights and guides, check out our comprehensive coverage of the game, including how to unlock all achievements and trophies.

*Phasmophobia is available now on PC*.