Kinetic Games has recently revealed that the Phasmophobia roadmap has been updated adding new details.
Phasmophobia Roadmap Gets Updated
The Phasmophobia roadmap for 2023 – 2024 has been updated by the developers and according to the developers, it has been “getting cold” lately. It was also explained why Progression 2.0 is now being split into several parts for the game. The developers say that it was for the benefit of the players so they could experience the new Equipment and leveling system sooner instead of waiting around for an extra six months. Based on the roadmap, Progression 1 (v0.9) is now fast approaching as it is planned to be released on July 2023.
According to the roadmap, the July 2023 section reveals details including:
- Levelling 2.0
- Rewards Overhaul
- Equipment Upgrades
- Prestiges
- Evidence Overhauls
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Part One Big Changes to Equipment
Once the first part of the update will be released, the Equipment Tiers will be upgraded which will now become sixty from twenty. The prestige will be improved, there will be a new leveling system, and the developers will be overhauling the evidence feature. This will be a major change to the game on how it feels.
- A brand new leveling system is in the pipeline, poised to challenge players and reward their dedication.
- The rewards system is slated for a substantial overhaul.
- A revamp of prestigious evidence gathering is alluded to, hinting at an intriguing evolution in the gameplay.
- Equipment upgrades are expected to provide fresh investigative tools:
1. UV Lights
- A new ultraviolet (UV) light is on the horizon: UV glow sticks
- Three tiers of UV lights, including a more potent version, promise to add depth to ghost hunting.
2. EMF Readers
- A tiered system for EMF readers is introduced, offering players different levels of capability.
- The EMF tiers aim to facilitate the identification of paranormal activity with greater precision.
3. Thermometers
- The game will introduce three tiers of thermometers, with the third tier offering expedited temperature readings.
Part Two Makes More Changes
After Part One gets released, the Photo Rewards system will be reworked, adding new Tasks, Optional Objectives, and adding new ways to earn money in each contract Video and Sound evidence.
- New tasks will be introduced to diversify the objectives within investigations.
- Optional tasks are also slated for inclusion, offering players additional challenges.
- An overhaul of the photo system and enhancements to video evidence are on the development radar.
- Players can anticipate new equipment, including a sound recorder, to enrich their investigative toolkit.
Part Three Introduces Character Models
The third part of Progression 2.0 will add the long-awaited new character models which will include customization. This will also replace player animations and a complete overhaul of the CCTV system in the Truck, allowing players to navigate through placed cameras and location cameras much easier.
- The roadmap hints at the introduction of new player models and animations.
- A CCTV system overhaul will empower players with improved surveillance capabilities.
- Player customization is on the horizon, allowing players to personalize their in-game avatars.
Horror 2.0 – Coming in 2024
A notable revelation from the roadmap unveils plans for a substantial update known as “Horror 2.0” in 2024. Though the specifics remain concealed, players can look forward to fresh ghost models, hallucinations, an events overhaul, additional interactions, new locations, equipment, and more.
Phasmophobia is now available on PC and will be coming to consoles soon.