Winter’s Jest: Surviving Phasmophobia’s Chilling Christmas Event
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PHASMO'S NEW UPDATE
It’s that time of year again—snowy weather, brightly lit trees, and, of course, ghost hunting! Kinetic Games has dropped another seasonal update for Phasmophobia, and this time, it’s got a frosty twist.
Welcome to Winter’s Jest, where the holiday spirit meets spectral horrors. If you’ve been looking for an excuse to scream while sipping eggnog, this update’s for you.
Let’s break it down!
CHRISTMAS EVENT OVERVIEW
The Winter’s Jest event brings a wintry wonderland to Phasmophobia, complete with snowy weather effects, festive decorations, and a chilling new challenge.
Players earn points by completing objectives, spotting ghostly phenomena, and—because it’s the holidays—finding and opening festively evil Krampus Boxes.
Gather enough points individually and as part of the global community to unlock rewards, including exclusive seasonal goodies.
Here’s the kicker: unlike standard ghost hunts, you’ll need to keep your wits about you as snow falls across the maps, adding an eerie beauty to the game’s otherwise dark and dreary vibes.
Pro tip: Stay sharp for those Krampus Boxes—more on that below.
KEY EVENT DETAILS
Snowy weather is active across all maps.
Four specific maps count toward event progression (see the next section!).
Individual and community goals unlock rewards like holiday skins and gear.
It’s equal parts festive and terrifying – just the way we like it!
HOLIDAY SNOWFALL MAPS
To make progress toward Winter’s Jest goals, you’ll need to channel your inner Frosty on these four icy maps:
6 Tanglewood Drive: The classic small map now coated in snow. Perfect for quick hunts and speedy progress.
Bleasdale Farmhouse: Rustic, creepy, and now featuring a dusting of holiday cheer. (Don’t let the snow fool you; it’s still haunted AF.)
Maple Lodge Campsite: Eternally my favorite map, spooky campfires in the snow make this map equal parts picturesque and horrifying.
Point Hope: This newcomer to the lineup brings a unique mix of open spaces and tight corners, making it a great choice for advanced players.
The snowy vibes add an extra layer of immersion, but they’re not just for show. Navigating these maps feels fresh (pun intended) and a bit more challenging as the weather changes visibility and mood.
Plus, the snow gives you another reason to blame your failed ghost photo on “bad lighting.”
KRAMPUS BOXES
Ah, the Krampus Boxes—a festive addition with a sinister twist. These glowing, gift-wrapped nightmares are scattered across maps and just begging to be opened. The good news? You don’t need to photograph them. The bad news? They’re eerily similar to the Blood Moon orbs from Halloween’s event, and we all remember how that went.
To interact with a Krampus Box, simply find it and click. TA DA!
Once opened, it contributes to the event progression. This makes them a low-stakes but high-reward target for players looking to help rack up points for event progression.
Word to the wise: Don’t get too focused on hunting down these boxes. Ghosts don’t care if you’re in the middle of unwrapping a cursed Christmas present.
COMMUNITY PROGRESSION...SIGH.
Let’s talk about the elephant in the snowy room: Winter’s Jest is yet another community progression event. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, they’re here to stay—at least for this event. And while we’re all for supporting Kinetic Games’ creative efforts, it’s hard to ignore the backlash from the Halloween event’s similar setup.
Community progression events are meant to foster teamwork and global camaraderie, but in practice, they often feel like a grindfest that pits players against a ticking clock. Given the negative feedback on the Blood Moon event, many hoped Winter’s Jest would ditch this mechanic. Unfortunately, development cycles likely overlapped, leaving little time for adjustments.
Here’s the thing, though: Kinetic Games has proven that they listen to their community.
While this event may still lean on community rewards, there’s hope they’ll evolve the formula in future updates. For now, let’s cut them some slack and focus on enjoying the current festivities.
After all, it’s Christmas—even ghosts deserve a little holiday cheer!
FINAL THOUGHTS AND SOME WINTER'S JEST TIPS
Play strategically on Snowfall Maps. Shorter hunts on smaller maps like Tanglewood can help you rack up points faster.
Don’t ignore Krampus Boxes. While they’re not mandatory for objectives, they’re an easy way to boost progress.
Team up! The community progression aspect may be divisive, but working with friends can make it feel less grindy.
Stay frosty. Literally. Snowfall effects may be pretty, but they’ll mess with your temperature, making everything pretty chilly. Take that into consideration while hunting.
Try higher difficulties. If you’re looking to maximize your event contributions, ramp up the difficulty for the highest point payouts.
With its mix of festive fun and ghostly chills, Winter’s Jest is shaping up to be a funderful way to close out the year. Whether you’re in it for the oh-so-fun participation rewards or just the spooky vibes, this event is worth a few hours of your time.
Just don’t forget to take a break between hunts—and maybe make some hot cocoa for funsies.
Now get out there, ghost hunters, and show those spirits who’s boss.
Merry hauntings!
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