update · December 11, 2023
Phasmophobia Update v0.9.3.0 Launches Holiday Event and Adjusts Equipment
Phasmophobia update v0.9.3.0 kicks off the Holiday 2023 event while adjusting equipment costs, fixing ghost behavior bugs, and updating item functionalities.
Kinetic Games has deployed Phasmophobia update v0.9.3.0, activating the Holiday 2023 event for a three-week run. Alongside the seasonal content, the patch implements bug fixes, difficulty tweaks, and item balance changes.
Equipment and Economy Changes
Flashlight III upgrades now cost $3,000, up from $2,500. Spirit Box I minimum distance for far responses drops from 4m to 2m to match its short 3m range. Igniter III permanently extinguishes after 10 minutes as intended, and Salt II functions as a consumable item. Parabolic Microphone objectives no longer complete unless the player holds the item, and UV flashlights no longer charge fingerprints when flashlights are disabled in custom difficulty.
Difficulty and Progression Tweaks
Nightmare difficulty unlocks at level 30 instead of level 29. Dead players correctly receive investigation bonuses if earned during the contract. Fog has been removed from the truck across all locations as well as the Sunny Meadows male day room.
Ghost and Map Bug Fixes
Potential fixes address invisible DOTS ghosts and crucifixes failing to prevent hunts during matches. Interaction photos work consistently for the writing book, fairy lights poles, beartraps, light switches, keyboards, and Ouija boards. The ghost can now throw the Ghost-writing book II if it fails to provide writing evidence, and looped sounds start reliably and play from the beginning.
Why this patch matters
This minor update pairs holiday festivities with practical bug fixes and equipment adjustments, tightening ghost hunt mechanics and difficulty progression.