Paranormal activity is on the rise and it’s up to you and your team to use all the ghost-hunting equipment at your disposal in order to gather as much evidence as you can.

You and your team of paranormal investigators will enter haunted locations filled with paranormal activity and try to gather as much evidence as you can.

Use your ghost-hunting equipment to find and record evidence to sell on to a ghost removal team.

Indie development studio Kinetic Games has unveiled Phasmophobia’s 2026 roadmap, revealing some spine-tingling announcements; including the game’s highly anticipated 1.0 launch alongside a bone-chilling lore update.

2026 is set to be a big year as ghost hunters can also look forward to the player character overhaul update, Nintendo Switch 2 release, terrifying map reworks, the return of fan-favourite seasonal events, and more.

2026 will bring a number of major updates to the game, kicking off with the player character update landing in Q1. Players will be able to update their ghost hunter with free cosmetics, with new character models and fine-tuned animations also being added; including equipment swapping, injecting tier 3 sanity medication, and new death and revive animations.

Brave ghost hunters will need to gear up for a host of new spooks and scares, with the pivotal 1.0 launch set to release across all platforms simultaneously this year. Set to be one of the biggest moments since the game’s launch, players can expect lots of surprises, as this will also include what was previously known as Horror 2.0.

Alongside this, the genre-defining horror game will also be coming to Nintendo Switch 2, following a successful release on PlayStation and Xbox in 2024. A Unity 6 and network update will also be rolling out across platforms, meaning a smoother gameplay experience for players.

Two map reworks will also be on the way as Tanglewood and 13 Willow Street will both be getting revamped. Whilst Tanglewood’s map layout will remain similar to the original, players can expect a range of new interactions, a few small layout changes and more. For those with a keen eye, there’s also a mystery lurking in the shadows of 6 Tanglewood Drive waiting to be uncovered.

That’s not all, as there will be plenty more spooktacular surprises in store. A new map and one time event is also set to roll out, alongside the return of fan favourite seasonal events with Cursed Hollow, Crimson Eye and Winter’s Jest all returning for the year.

“This year is set to be a big one for Phasmophobia, and we are so excited for our 1.0 launch, which will be one of the biggest moments since we released the game,” said Daniel Knight (Dknighter), CEO and Game Director of Kinetic Games, “We are constantly working on creating a truly immersive experience for ghost hunters, and have been developing the game with this in mind. Previous updates including Chronicle and our upcoming Player Character update have all been steps in fulfilling our vision, and we hope the 1.0 launch will feel as fresh and exciting as when the game first launched back in 2020.”

Key Features:

• Immersive Experience: Realistic graphics and sounds as well as a minimal user interface ensure a totally immersive experience that will keep you on your toes.
• Unique Ghosts: Identify over 20 different ghost types, each with unique traits, personalities, and abilities to make each investigation feel different from the last.
• Equipment: Use well-known ghost-hunting equipment such as EMF Readers, Spirit Boxes, Thermometers, and Night Vision Cameras to find clues and gather as much paranormal evidence as you can. Find Cursed Possessions that grant information or abilities in exchange for your sanity.
• Full Voice Recognition: The Ghosts are listening! Use your actual voice to interact with the Ghosts through Ouija Boards and EVP Sessions using a Spirit Box.
• Locations: Choose from over 10 different haunted locations, each with unique twists, hiding spots, and layouts.
• Game Modes: With 4 default difficulties and daily and weekly challenges, there are plenty of ways to test your skills.
• Teamwork: Dive in head first, get your hands dirty searching for evidence while fighting for your life. If you're not feeling up to the task, play it safe and support your team from the truck by monitoring the investigation with CCTV and motion sensors.
• Custom Difficulty: Create your own games to tailor the difficulty to your or your group's needs, with proportional rewards and come up with crazy game modes of your own!
• Co-operate: Play alongside your friends with up to 4 players in this co-op horror where teamwork is key to your success.
• Play together: Phasmophobia supports all players together, play with your friends with any combination of input types.

Currently available through PS5 (including PS VR2), Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam) at $19.99/£16.75/€19.50, Phasmophobia is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.