Ever wondered what this week’s ultimate Phasmophobia Challenge Mode quest entails? For those of us who just can’t get enough of Phasmophobia, the thrill of ghost hunting and paranormal investigations remains captivating – much like the enduring appeal of Ghostbusters, wouldn’t you agree?
Even after all these years, Phasmophobia holds its ground as one of the most intense and challenging horror games available. A sudden ghost event or a frantic hunt can still send shivers down your spine, no matter how seasoned a player you are. But if you truly consider yourself a master ghost hunter and crave an even tougher assignment, then Phasmophobia’s weekly Challenge Mode is your arena. It throws you into the fray with a pre-set loadout and a unique rulebook designed to push your skills to the limit.
This Week’s Phasmophobia Challenge: Technophilia
This week, brace yourself for “Technophilia,” arguably one of the most exciting – and potentially overwhelming – Challenge Mode quests. You’ll be equipped with the highest tier of almost every available item, which sounds fantastic, right? This top-notch gear is incredibly effective at pinpointing and identifying ghost types. However, for players unfamiliar with these advanced tools, it can be a bit bewildering initially, requiring a few rounds to truly master. A crucial detail: the ghost writing notebook, a classic staple, is deemed a “prehistoric item” and is banned from this challenge, so don’t expect to use it for evidence!
The Phasmophobia Challenge Mode quest refreshes every Sunday at 5 PM PDT / 8 PM EDT and every Monday at 1 AM BST. Looking ahead, next week’s challenge is “No Evidence.” As the name suggests, this tricky mode strips away your usual methods of gathering evidence, forcing you to rely purely on your expertise regarding ghost types and their unique behaviors.
Phasmophobia Challenge Mode Quest Schedule
| Week Commencing | Challenge | Map |
| October 27, 2025 | Technophilia | Bleasdale Farmhouse |
| November 3, 2025 | No Evidence | Grafton Farmhouse |
| November 10, 2025 | The Apocalypse Draws Near | Sunny Meadows Restricted |
| November 17, 2025 | Slow and Steady | Camp Woodwind |
| November 24, 2025 | Paranormal Paparazzi | Point Hope |
| December 1, 2025 | Hide and Seek: Extreme | Camp Woodwind |
| December 8, 2025 | Glow in the Dark | 42 Edgefield Road |
| December 15, 2025 | Deja Vu | 6 Tanglewood Drive |
| December 22, 2025 | Tag! You’re It! | Brownstone High School |
| December 29, 2025 | Lights Out! | 6 Tanglewood Drive |
| January 5, 2026 | Speed Demons | Maple Lodge Campsite |
| January 12, 2026 | Detectives Only | 42 Edgefield Road |
| January 19, 2026 | Hide and Seek: Seeker | Brownstone High School |
| January 26, 2026 | Hide and Seek: Hide! | Point Hope |
| February 2, 2026 | Frostbitten | Camp Woodwind |
| February 9, 2026 | Do as I Command | Sunny Meadows |
| February 16, 2026 | Tortoise and the Hare: Hare | Bleasdale Farmhouse |
| February 23, 2026 | Tortoise and the Hare: Tortoise | Grafton Farmhouse |
| March 2, 2026 | Gotta Go Fast! | Prison |
| March 9, 2026 | Sanity Survival | 10 Ridgeview Court |
| March 16, 2026 | Speedrun! | 6 Tanglewood Drive |
| March 23, 2026 | Survival of the Fittest | 42 Edgefield Road |
| March 30, 2026 | Primitive | 10 Ridgeview Court |
| April 6, 2026 | Vulnerable | 13 Willow Street |
| April 13, 2026 | Missed Delivery | Brownstone High School |
| April 20, 2026 | Audio Only | Bleasdale Farmhouse |
How to Dive into Challenge Mode
To jump into Phasmophobia’s Challenge Mode, simply start a single-player game and select the difficulty box. From there, you’ll find Challenge Mode listed among the other options, clearly displaying the current weekly quest. While you can technically play Challenge Mode on any map, remember that to officially complete the challenge and snag those sweet rewards, you must play on the specific map designated for that week. If the official challenge map is a vast, intimidating one, consider a warm-up round on a smaller map to get your bearings.
Now that you’re clued in on this week’s Challenge Mode quest, it’s time to gather your courage, prepare your loadout, and face the spectral unknown! If you find yourself needing a bit of extra help, don’t hesitate to refresh your knowledge on all 24 Phasmophobia ghost types, or perhaps a quick reminder on how to effectively use the Phasmophobia Spirit Box, or even what that ominous dirty water in the sink truly signifies.