Phasmophobia: What Sanity Do Ghosts Hunt at Cheat Sheet
What Sanity Do Ghosts Start Hunting at in Phasmophobia?
Picture this: You’re fumbling in the dark, flashlight flickering, heart pounding. You know a hunt is imminent, but when? The line between safety and terror in Phasmophobia comes down to one crucial metric—your sanity.
Every ghost has a specific sanity threshold for when it’ll start hunting, and knowing this can mean the difference between walking out alive or becoming ghost bait.
But don’t worry—we’ve got you covered with this cheat sheet! Whether you’re sweating over an early-hunting menace or laughing at a late bloomer, here’s your guide to staying one step ahead of the paranormal.
Feel free to click the ghosts’ names for additional info!
Early Hunting Ghosts
Hunts above 50% Sanity
These ghosts don’t play fair. They’ll start hunting when your sanity is still in the “I’m totally fine” range, catching unprepared players off guard. Keep your wits about you if these ghosts are around.
| Ghost Name | Sanity Threshold | Special Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Demon | 70% | Can hunt whenever he wants with his ability. |
| The Mimic | Depends | Sanity % comes from whichever ghost he’s mimicking. |
| Mare | 60% (in darkness) | Loves the dark; its hunting threshold drops in well-lit areas. |
| Yokai | 80% | Can hunt at 80% if anyone is using voice chat near. |
| Raiju | 65% | If near electronic equipment, otherwise 50%. |
| Onryo | 60% | Guaranteed hunt attempt when 3 flames are blown out. |
| Thaye | 75% | Starts aggressive but weakens and hunts later over time. |
Standard Hunting Ghosts
Hunts at 50% Sanity
Most ghosts fall into this category. Once your sanity hits the halfway mark, you’re officially on the menu and dinner is served.
| Ghost Name | Sanity Threshold | Special Conditions |
| Banshee | 50% | Targets a specific player and only checks their sanity. |
| Myling | 50% | Quieter during hunts; harder to hear approaching footsteps. |
| Moroi | 50% | Weakens players with curses; player’s sanity drops fast. |
| Obake | 50% | Occasionally leaves unique fingerprints; sneaky behavior. |
| Poltergeist | 50% | Thrives on chaos; expect flying objects galore. |
| Yurei | 50% | Watch out for big sanity drain spikes with their power. |
| Phantom | 50% | Vanishes when taking a picture; makes tracking tricky. |
| Jinn | 50% | Moves faster if the breaker’s on but hunts like any other ghost. |
| Spirit | 50% | Average Joe ghost but can’t hunt for 3 minutes after being smudged. |
| Revenant | 50% | Walks slow while searching but zooms when chasing. |
| Oni | 50% | More active around players, making it easier to identify. |
| Wraith | 50% | Get out those salt piles to confirm easily. |
| Goryo | 50% | Only shows DOTS evidence on cameras; less likely to roam. |
| The Twins | 50% | Will choose a close or far spot to hunt from. |
| Hantu | 50% | Slower in warm rooms; thrives in cold environments. |
late Hunting Ghosts
Hunts Under 50% Sanity
For these ghosts, patience is their hunting strategy. Keep an eye on your sanity to outlast these slow starters.
| Ghost Name | Sanity Threshold | Special Conditions |
| Shade | 35% | Too shy to hunt in active groups; loves solo victims. |
| Onryo | 40% | Triggered by extinguished flames, so keep those candles burning. |
| Deogen | 40% | Can find you anywhere, but moves painfully slow when close. |
| Mare | 40% (in lit room) | Loves the dark; its hunting threshold drops in well-lit areas. |
| Thaye | 15% (Final Age) | After fully aging has a much lower sanity threshold, |
| The Mimic | Depends | If mimicking a low threshold ghost, could be a late hunter. |
Happy Ghost Hunting!
Now that you’ve got this cheat sheet, there’s no excuse for being caught off guard – but if you want even more ghost hunting funsies, make sure to check out our Phasmophobia Ghost Identifying Guide next!
Whether you’re facing an early aggressor like a Demon or cautiously monitoring your sanity for a Shade, staying prepared is the key to survival.
So grab your EMF reader, hold tight to that crucifix, and don’t forget to keep an eye on your sanity meter—because in Phasmophobia, the only thing scarier than a ghost is not knowing when it’ll strike.
Happy hunting, brave ghostbusters!
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