Phasmophobia ghost hunters get to enjoy a new challenge with Survival of the Fittest. If you are new to the game, each week, a new challenge mode is brought forward. Players of any rank can partake. Each one has different parameters that test all skill levels. Such as using only tier one items or having no evidence. A prime example is the Deja Vu challenge, reminiscent of the classic Phasmophobia days, with more simplistic stuff. While there are no preset ways to guarantee a win, knowing what you are up against can make things easier. And in turn, solve what the ghost is much quicker. All of the details on this week’s Phasmophobia challenge, Survival of the Fittest, can be found below.
What is Survival of the Fittest in Phasmophobia?
Survival of the Fittest is a challenge in the game that tests players to solve the ghost type. This one revolves around having no sanity or a way to regain it. There are more parameters to it, but players gain big rewards for completing the challenge. For this particular challenge, here are the modifiers:
- Location: 42 Edgefield Road
- Fuse Box: Yes, on at the start of the contract, and is marked on the map in the van.
- Starting Sanity: 0
- Sanity Pill Restoration: 0%
- Sanity Drain Speed: 200%
- Sanity Screen: Yes
- Player Speed: 100%
- Sprinting: On
- Ghost Speed: 100%
- Ghost Activity Level: High
- Ghost Event Frequency: High
- Roaming Frequency: Medium
- Favorite Room Change: No
- Grace Period: 5 seconds.
- Kills Extend Hunt: High
- Hiding Places: Very High
- Cursed Items Available: Monkey Paw
- Evidence: 0
- Doors Starting Open: High
- Flashlights: On
- Lost Items & Consumables: Off
- Weather: Random
- Sanity Monitor: On
- Activity Monitor: On
Players also have a variety of equipment that they can use during the Survival of the Fittest challenge. They are the following:
- Tier 1: Crucifix, Firelight, Head Gear, Incense, Salt, Sound Sensor, and Spirit Box.
- Tier 2: Flashlight, Igniter, Motion Sensor, Parabolic Microphone, and Photo Camera.
- Tier 3: EMF Reader and Sanity Medication.
It’s unknown as to why you can use Sanity Medication in this challenge. Mainly because it doesn’t do anything due to the parameters. I have tried using it firsthand, and it does not increase sanity. So, be aware of this when trying to solve the ghost type.
How to Complete Survival of the Fittest
Players need to correctly guess the ghost type three different times to complete Survival of the Fittest. Players must ensure they are going to 42 Edgefield Road for the challenge. It can be tough to do, especially with having no sanity or way to regain it. However, one big positive is that there are plenty of hiding places to use within the house to survive. So, remember where they are on each floor and dart to one when a hunt starts.
Additionally, you can rule out a couple of ghosts using the equipment. If you take a photo of the ghost and it registers that it did, but it’s not in the photo, it’s a Phantom. Or if it steps in Salt, you know it’s not a Wraith. Be sure to refer to your ghost glossary in your journal. The hints they provide on ghost behaviors and weaknesses can be highly useful in these situations. With any ghost contract, carry Incense as well. That way, you can have some time to run and hide if it’s near you.
Moreover, like many contracts in the game, taking in other players can make things much easier. Putting more minds together to deduce what ghost it is can make all the difference. Because there are no consequences to guessing wrong, if you have a few ghosts in mind and choosing is also a solution. Simply put, if you guess wrong, you can jump back into a new challenge contract and try it again. Having no evidence for Survival of the Fittest makes it one of the hardest challenges to complete.
Survival of the Fittest Challenge Rewards
Players earn $5,000 to spend on buying new equipment or upgrading what they currently have. Additionally, you also get 5,000 XP to level up your character and unlock different equipment. It’s always vital to try and complete these challenges when they refresh, as the amount you are rewarded is vastly worth it. Additionally, this particular challenge is good at showcasing the different types of behaviors that ghosts may have, due to not relying on evidence. So you’ll be getting plenty of use out of your ghost knowledge in your journal.
Ghost hunters in Phasmophobia now know what the Survival of the Fittest challenge is. Plus, you know the details on how to complete it and what equipment you can expect to bring in. Recently, the game celebrated its 5th Anniversary with an event for players to enjoy. As we approach October, it’s the perfect time to break out your ghost hunting equipment. Not just that, but grab some friends and head onto Phasmophobia to complete the challenge.
