Phasmophobia Weekly Challenge: Mastering the Primitive Challenge

Embarking on the Primitive weekly challenge in *Phasmophobia* might make you feel like you've been transported back to the Stone Age, but unlike our cave-dwelling ancestors, you've got ghosts to deal with. This challenge requires you to navigate the haunted halls without the aid of electronics, making it a true test of your paranormal investigation skills. Let's dive into how you can successfully complete this daunting task.

How To Complete The Primitive Challenge in Phasmophobia

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The Primitive Challenge is one of the toughest weekly challenges in Phasmophobia. It strips you of all electronic devices, leaving you to rely solely on your intuition and understanding of ghost behavior to identify and complete investigations. This challenge is set at 10 Ridgeview Court, a house-style map that's easier to navigate. To fully conquer this challenge, you need to successfully complete three investigations.

Tips & Tricks To Complete Primitive Challenge in Phasmophobia

Navigating this challenge without electronics means you'll have to adapt to a very limited loadout. No Flashlights, no DOTs Projectors, no Video Cameras—everything electronic is off-limits.

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You start with full Sanity, which is a small blessing, but Sanity Medication is also unavailable. Your equipment includes two Tier 1 Crucifixes to prevent ghost hunts, Tier 2 Firelights, and a full set of Tier 1 Incense for additional protection. For evidence gathering, you're equipped with two Tier 3 Ghost Writing books, two Tier 1 UV lights (which double as your flashlights), and two Tier 1 thermometers to check for freezing temperatures.

To succeed, you'll need to sharpen your paranormal intuition. Each ghost has unique behaviors that can help you identify them without traditional evidence. Our no-evidence cheat sheet can be a valuable resource here.

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Your first step should be locating the ghost as quickly as possible. The increased ghost activity in this challenge should help. Alternatively, you can use the Ouija Board found in the laundry room on the first floor. Ask the ghost its "favorite room" to pinpoint its location, but remember, this will cost you 50% of your sanity. Always say "Goodbye" to the board afterward to avoid triggering a Cursed Hunt. This method is especially useful in group settings.

How To Access Challenge Mode in Phasmophobia

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To join the Primitive Challenge, start by choosing between Singleplayer or Multiplayer. Navigate to your Difficulty Settings above your profile ID, and select 'Challenge Mode'. After applying the settings, head to the map board and choose 10 Ridgeview Court. The challenge loadout is preset and cannot be changed. When ready, select 'Ready Up' and 'Start' to begin.

Related: All Weekly Challenges in Phasmophobia, Listed

When Does The Weekly Challenge Reset in Phasmophobia?

The Weekly Challenge resets on Monday at Midnight UTC, but for those in North America, it begins on Sunday evening at:

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

This wraps up our guide on completing the Primitive Challenge in Phasmophobia. Don't forget to check out our other resources, including guides on all achievements and trophies and how to unlock them.

Phasmophobia is available now on PC.