Wondering how to complete the Sunny Meadows Survival Challenge in Phasmophobia? You’re not alone. This challenge was introduced in the 2024 Crimson Eye update, and it’s no joke.
To finish it and unlock the Inmate ID Card and Badge, you’ll need to:
- Investigate the Sunny Meadows map
- Correctly identify the ghost
- Survive – not once, but 50 times
That’s right. Fifty successful rounds on the largest, creepiest map in the game. Let’s break down how to do it without losing your sanity.
Play on Sunny Meadows Restricted
The easiest way to cut down the chaos? Play on the Restricted version of Sunny Meadows.
This mode blocks off most of the map, leaving you with the entrance and one wing. That means fewer rooms to search, faster hunts, and more efficient progress.
Hunt with Friends
You’ll need to survive 50 times — and this map has 69 rooms. Going solo? Not recommended. Bring friends or use online matchmaking. Divide and conquer:
- Each person checks a different wing
- Bring shared equipment
- Communicate findings quickly
Important: Only surviving and identifying the ghost correctly counts. If you die, your effort doesn’t.
Bring the Right Equipment
To speed things up, use this gear:
- Video Camera – to spot Ghost Orbs
- Spirit Box – ask things like “Are you here?” for interaction
- Parabolic Microphone – listen for noises like footsteps or doors
Once you find the ghost room, drop your tools there and fetch these next:
- Ghost Writing Book
- UV Light
- Thermometer
These three take the most time to get results, so drop them in early.
Use a Parabolic Microphone
A good Parabolic Microphone (Tier II or III) helps detect subtle sounds that point to ghost activity.
- Walk slowly
- Stand still often
- Aim down halls or into rooms
- Listen for items dropping or doors moving
Just don’t confuse background noise or spooky ambient sounds with actual ghost clues.
Use Custom Difficulty Settings
There’s no fixed difficulty for this challenge, so take advantage. Use custom settings like:
- Friendly Ghost – True (no hunts)
- Cursed Possessions – 7 (helps find ghosts faster)
- Activity Level – High
- Sprint – Infinite
You won’t get XP or cash, but you’ll get challenge progress.
Learn the Map Layout
Sunny Meadows is a maze. Here’s a quick layout:
- Male Wing – Left side
- Female Wing – Right side
- Restricted Wing – Right basement corridor
- Hospital Wing – Left basement corridor
Find the faded map at the entrance to guide you.
Use Cursed Possessions
Normally, cursed items are dangerous. But here? They’re useful. Use a custom mode with 7 cursed possessions turned on. They spawn in the chapel near the cross.
Use them to:
- Narrow down the ghost’s location
- Trigger activity
- Skip the wandering phase
Keep Lights On
You’ll be running back and forth in the dark — a lot. Switch on hallway lights near entrances and routes. This keeps your sanity higher, helping you survive longer.
Summary: Key Tips to Beat the Sunny Meadows Challenge
- Play on Sunny Meadows. Restricted to save time and effort.
- Team up with friends to divide the map and find the ghost faster.
- Bring essential gear like a Video Camera, a Spirit Box, and a Parabolic Mic.
- Use Custom Difficulty with “Friendly Ghost” and more possessions.
- Study the map layout to avoid getting lost.
- Use cursed possessions smartly to locate the ghost faster.
- Keep hallway lights on to reduce sanity drain.
Complete all 50 investigations safely and correctly, and you’ll earn the Inmate Badge and ID Card—proof that you’ve survived one of Phasmophobia’s toughest tests.
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