[Old System: Small Interaction Range] -> Ghost struggles to interact on large maps [v0.174 System: Expanded Interaction Range] -> More frequent door slams, footsteps, and events
v0.174 addressed a major complaint: Ghost Events (apparitions, singing, airballs) were too rare compared to Hunts. The devs rebalanced the Favor Curve.
The Echo will rarely hunt below 50% average sanity. Instead, it “stalks” by whispering fragments of previous player sentences through the room’s speakers or your headset. Veteran players are already reporting that this psychological horror is more unsettling than any jump scare. Phasmophobia v0.174
With v0.174 bringing technical parity across platforms (PC and VR), kinetic games is expected to shift focus back to content in the latter half of 2026. Players can likely look forward to:
While players are always clamoring for new maps and ghosts, this update serves as a vital "polish" phase, addressing long-standing community issues regarding server stability, voice chat, and VR performance. 🔧 Core Technical Fixes and Optimization [Old System: Small Interaction Range] -> Ghost struggles
| Feature | Pre-v0.174 | v0.174 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 15 meters | 30 meters | | Wall Penetration | None (solid walls blocked sound) | 50% fidelity through walls | | Ghost Interaction | Heard footsteps only | Heard whispers, door touches, and phantom BPM (heartbeat) | | Battery Life | 60 seconds | 120 seconds |
Phasmophobia Hotfix v0.174 – Patch Notes & Details Instead, it “stalks” by whispering fragments of previous
Phasmophobia , released on September 28, 2020, was a significant early-access update that focused on