Phasmophobia’s recent update added two new ghosts that can confuse players who rely only on evidence: the Kormos and the Aswang. Both have unique behaviors that go beyond standard evidence checks, making them feel noticeably different once you know what to look for.
This guide breaks down their evidence, strengths, weaknesses, and the most reliable ways to identify them during a contract.
1. New Ghosts Quick Comparison
While both the Kormos and the Aswang share some traits with other ghosts, their unique behaviors during hunts truly set them apart.
| Ghost | Evidence | Strength | Weakness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kormos | Ghost Orbs, Spirit Box, Ultraviolet | Extremely strong hearing | Nearly blind and can be ignored if you stay silent and still |
| Aswang | Freezing Temperatures, Ghost Writing, D.O.T.S Projector | Accelerates significantly faster when it has a line of sight | Prefers chasing over searching, and can be easier to lose |
2. Kormos Ghost in Phasmophobia
Kormos
The Kormos is a blind ghost that compensates with exceptional hearing. It turns sound into its primary means of locating players, creating a very different dynamic compared to most other ghosts.
Translating to the one who ‘does not see’, the Kormos is blind but uses its heightened hearing to hunt down victims.
2.1 All Kormos Evidence Items
| Evidence | What to prioritize first |
|---|---|
| Ghost Orb | Quick to confirm with a camera once you’ve narrowed down the room. |
| Spirit Box | Test once you’re reasonably close to the ghost’s location. |
| Ultraviolet | Check doors and surfaces after getting the first two pieces. |
Note: Kormos shares all three pieces of evidence with The Mimic. If you collect Ghost Orbs, Spirit Box, and Ultraviolet, do not immediately assume it is a Kormos. Use behavior testing to rule out The Mimic before confirming.
2.2 Safe Testing Setup
Before attempting behavior-based tests during a hunt, follow these basic safety steps:
- Prepare at least one reliable hiding spot or looping route.
- Clear or turn off noisy equipment that could interfere with sound-based testing.
- Know your escape path before entering or triggering a hunt.
- Avoid testing in dead-end rooms or areas with poor visibility.
- Use a Crucifix if available to reduce the risk of chain hunts.
2.3 How to Identify Kormos During Hunts
- Stand-still test during hunts: Stop moving completely and stay silent. If the ghost walks past you without reacting, it is likely a Kormos.
- Sound sensitivity: Any noise (walking, running, or equipment use) can draw it in much faster than most ghosts.
- Safety setup: Use crucifixes and maintain a loopable route before attempting the stand-still test.
Note: On reduced-evidence or no-evidence runs, the stand-still and silent test becomes one of the most reliable ways to identify a Kormos.
Kormos Tips
- Sound discipline is the most important factor when dealing with a Kormos. Move less when you suspect it.
- The stand-still test works best in an open area with a clear escape route. If it reacts to your movement or equipment noise, reset the test from a safer spot before confirming.
- If you collect full Kormos evidence, always perform a behavior test to rule out The Mimic.
3. Aswang Ghost in Phasmophobia
Aswang
The Aswang is a pursuit-focused ghost that becomes significantly more dangerous once it sees you. It accelerates faster than normal ghosts when maintaining line of sight, making long chases especially risky.
Rumored to gorge itself on blood and corpses, the Aswang is feral yet capable of blending into urban environments.
3.1 All Aswang Evidence Items
| Evidence | What to prioritize first |
|---|---|
| Freezing Temperatures | Check early, as it is usually one of the faster pieces to confirm. |
| Ghost Writing | Place the book once you’ve narrowed down the favorite room. |
| D.O.T.S Projector | Use it after you have two pieces of evidence as a final confirmation check, as it is the hardest evidence among the three. |
3.2 How to Identify Aswang During Hunts
- Line-of-sight acceleration: During a hunt, maintain line of sight and observe how quickly it gains speed. It reaches maximum speed noticeably faster than most ghosts.
- Chasing preference: It tends to commit to chasing rather than searching when it loses sight of you.
- Break line-of-sight test: Let it see you briefly from a safe looping route, then break line of sight. If its threat drops once it can no longer see you, then it’s likely an Aswang.
Aswang Tips
- Break the line of sight as often as possible. The Aswang is much less threatening when it cannot see you.
- Use strong looping routes or quick hiding spots when you suspect an Aswang, as prolonged chases are dangerous.
4. How to Distinguish Kormos and Aswang from Similar Ghosts
- Kormos vs Yokai: Yokai reacts heavily to voice chat. Kormos reacts more to general movement and sound.
- Kormos vs Deogen: Deogen slows down significantly when approaching players. Kormos stays fast as long as it can hear you.
- Aswang vs Revenant: Revenant has a massive speed increase and slows down a lot without line of sight. Aswang has faster but more consistent acceleration during chases.
- Aswang vs Hantu: Hantu’s speed changes based on room temperature. Aswang’s speed is tied to the line of sight with players.
And that’s everything you need to know about identifying the Kormos and Aswang in Phasmophobia. Happy hunting.
