0.17.1|Jun 3, 2026
View on Steam↗Phasmophobia - Hotfix v0.17.1.5
2/5 Minor
Spirit Box controller softlocks and Steam Voice Recognition issues resolved.
Key Changes
- 1Fixed a softlock occurring when using the Spirit Box with a controller
- 2Resolved an issue preventing Voice Recognition from working for Steam players
All Changes
🐛Bug Fixes(2)
- fixSpirit Box: Fixed an issue that caused players to become softlocked when using the Spirit Box while using a controller.
- fixVoice Recognition: Fixed an issue for Steam players that caused Voice Recognition to not work.
Summary
Technical Fixes
This hotfix addresses two significant technical issues reported by the community. Players using controllers will no longer experience softlocks when interacting with the Spirit Box. Additionally, a fix has been implemented for Steam players whose Voice Recognition was not functioning correctly. Developers recommend ensuring your default microphone in Windows matches your in-game settings if issues persist.