Kinetic Games has officially launched Winter’s Jest, the annual festive event for its hit co-op horror game Phasmophobia, bringing seasonal scares, new challenges and unlockable rewards for ghost hunters brave enough to face Krampus once again.
The limited-time event is now live across PC, PlayStation and Xbox, inviting players to team up, complete objectives and earn exclusive cosmetics while exploring holiday-themed haunted locations. Fans can also watch the newly released live-action Winter’s Jest trailer, which sets the tone for this year’s chilling celebration.
Krampus Returns With a Naughty or Nice Twist
This year, Krampus is back with a sinister new mechanic: a Naughty or Nice list. Players must hunt down specific items across selected maps to earn Community Goal points, while also receiving a mysterious gift in return. As with previous events, teamwork is key, encouraging the global Phasmophobia community to work together toward shared rewards.
Ghost hunters will also need to locate Krampus’ jack-in-the-box, hidden across a rotating selection of 10 event maps. Tracking it down offers the chance to unlock what Kinetic Games describes as “truly frost-acular rewards”.
Festive Map Makeovers and Unexpected Visitors
Several fan-favourite locations have received a winter makeover for the event. Among them is Nell’s Diner, Phasmophobia’s newest retro eatery, now dressed for the holidays. It’s joined by:
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Grafton Farmhouse
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Bleasdale Farmhouse
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Point Hope
While the decorations may look cheerful, Kinetic Games warns players to stay alert — unexpected visitors may be lurking in the snow-filled shadows.
Winter’s Jest Rewards Explained
Both community-wide and personal goals are available during Winter’s Jest, offering cosmetic unlocks and trophy upgrades.
Community Rewards
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Community Goal 1: Toy Soldier ID Card & Badge Set
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Community Goal 2: Winter’s Jest Trophy Unlock
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Players who unlocked the trophy last year will immediately begin upgrading it instead of receiving a duplicate.
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Personal Rewards
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Personal Goal 1: Animated Toy Soldier ID Card
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Personal Goal 2: Upgrade to the Winter’s Jest Trophy (repeatable up to three times)
Event Dates and Platforms
Winter’s Jest runs from December 16 to January 6 and is available on all platforms, including:
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PC via Steam
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PS5
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PS VR2
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Xbox Series X|S
About Kinetic Games
Founded in 2020, Kinetic Games is a UK-based independent studio focused on creating genre-defining experiences and fostering strong player communities. Its debut title, Phasmophobia, has sold over 25 million copies during Early Access, driven by frequent updates and player feedback.
Learn more about the studio on the official Kinetic Games website, or follow them on X and LinkedIn.
About Phasmophobia
Phasmophobia places teams of up to four players in the role of paranormal investigators, using specialised equipment to gather evidence across haunted locations. Since entering Early Access in September 2020, the game has become a global phenomenon thanks to its immersive atmosphere, voice recognition features and co-op horror gameplay.
To stay updated, follow Phasmophobia on X, Instagram, and TikTok, or join the official Discord.
