All player character models and backstories in Phasmophobia

Phasmophobia's player character update completely overhauled all player avatars in the ghost-hunting game. Along with this, the game got a major lore refresh, as each updated model received a name and backstory. Prior to this overhaul, there were essentially no real developed characters in the game, nor was there much lore to discover. Now, though, there's plenty to uncover and learn about, so here are all the player character models and backstories in Phasmophobia. Table of contentsAll Phasmophobia charactersAll character backstories in PhasmophobiaAll Phasmophobia characters Screenshots and remix by Destructoid There are 12 unique player character models in Phasmophobia. Each one has a different name, features, and a backstory. Regardless of who you choose, you can customize them in various ways. Here are all of the ghost hunters featured in this game.Amir KellyNic KarlsenVince RavenhillRobin ByrneBryce NobleDustin ParkWinona FieldsKira CalcadaGrace XuEvie PetrovaMeg MarrsZara DoshiAll character backstories in Phasmophobia If you're not sure who to play as, or just want to dive into the Phasmophobhia lore, here's a full breakdown of the backstories for each character. This information may be important for future content, including the anticipated Phasmophobia movie and the full 1.0 release. ImageNameBackstoryAmir KellyAmir is a hacker who is most comfortable when behind a computer screen. He was told to find a job and get a life, yet somehow stumbled his way into this position. Nic KarlsenNic is a quiet, soft-spoken Professor of Parapsychology. His beliefs were never taken seriously until he found this position. He was given the nickname "Professor Spooky" in the past, and it continues to haunt him wherever he goes.Vince RavenhillVince was wrongly accused of a crime and ended up in prison for it. Upon making it out, he set out looking for a second chance in life. GHD was one of the only places that offered it to him. He's known for having a golden retriever personality that may be at risk in his grim new lifestyle. Robin ByrneRobin is a gifted, cocky guy who loves to play devil's advocate. He's incredibly smart and isn't quite sure what to do with his life, so now puts it on the line as he tries to figure it all out.Bryce NobleBryce is the unspoken leader of the GHD recruits. He's looking for an excuse to dodge a return to a normal civilian life after a forced early retirement from the army. Dustin ParkDustin is often told he doesn't take anything seriously, especially by his mom. He's quite unbothered, though, so he doesn't take this criticism to heart. His position with GHD is the second time he's landed a big, high-stakes job, so he might actually care a bit more than he lets on. Winona FieldsWinona is a skeptic to her very core and only believes things when she sees them for herself. And even then, she still requires some extra proof. With her position at GHD, she's found something strange and terrifying that can't be debunked, and isn't quite sure whether this discovery is freeing or horrifying. Kira CalcadaKira is quite imaginative and whimsical, which often leads to her being perceived as unconventional. She's often told her head is in the clouds, but she is actually a lot more perceptive than people take her for. Grace XuGrace is a walking enigma, so much so that Grace may not even be her real name. Everyone finds her quite difficult to read, even her fellow coworker, Evie, a former Intelligence Agent. Grace is rumored to have a very dark past, and considering how unfazed she is by this position, she's suspected of having been through and seen far worse. Evie PetrovaEvie is quite a force to be reckoned with. She's fueled by pure determination and spite, and believes that whatever you choose to do, you've got to give it your all and do it well. She's the closest individual you'll find to a "responsible adult" in this workplace. Meg MarrsMeg previously ran a fake ghost-hunting business with some friends. Upon discovering that ghosts were actually real, all her friends freaked out and quit. Meg, on the other hand, saw it as a chance to double down and became fully invested in the lifestyle. Zara DoshiZara is an oddly bubbly individual you wouldn't expect to find in this field. She's not your average person and is quite compassionate to both the dead and the living. Zara is determined to make a real difference. Now that you know all about the roster of characters you can play, it's time to get ghost hunting. While you're out and about investigating, consider completing the weekly challenge, keeping an eye out for Slenderman, working on recording audio and video evidence, and getting all hidden achievements. The post All player character models and backstories in Phasmophobia appeared first on Destructoid.

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All player character models and backstories in Phasmophobia

Phasmophobia's player character update completely overhauled all player avatars in the ghost-hunting game. Along with this, the game got a major lore refresh, as each updated model received a name and backstory.

Prior to this overhaul, there were essentially no real developed characters in the game, nor was there much lore to discover. Now, though, there's plenty to uncover and learn about, so here are all the player character models and backstories in Phasmophobia.

Table of contents

All Phasmophobia characters

Screenshots and remix by Destructoid There are 12 unique player character models in Phasmophobia. Each one has a different name, features, and a backstory. Regardless of who you choose, you can customize them in various ways. Here are all of the ghost hunters featured in this game.

Amir Kelly
Nic Karlsen
Vince Ravenhill
Robin Byrne
Bryce Noble
Dustin Park
Winona Fields
Kira Calcada
Grace Xu
Evie Petrova
Meg Marrs
Zara Doshi

All character backstories in Phasmophobia

If you're not sure who to play as, or just want to dive into the Phasmophobhia lore, here's a full breakdown of the backstories for each character. This information may be important for future content, including the anticipated Phasmophobia movie and the full 1.0 release.

Image

Name

Backstory

Amir Kelly

Amir is a hacker who is most comfortable when behind a computer screen. He was told to find a job and get a life, yet somehow stumbled his way into this position.

Nic Karlsen

Nic is a quiet, soft-spoken Professor of Parapsychology. His beliefs were never taken seriously until he found this position. He was given the nickname "Professor Spooky" in the past, and it continues to haunt him wherever he goes.

Vince Ravenhill

Vince was wrongly accused of a crime and ended up in prison for it. Upon making it out, he set out looking for a second chance in life. GHD was one of the only places that offered it to him. He's known for having a golden retriever personality that may be at risk in his grim new lifestyle.

Robin Byrne

Robin is a gifted, cocky guy who loves to play devil's advocate. He's incredibly smart and isn't quite sure what to do with his life, so now puts it on the line as he tries to figure it all out.

Bryce Noble

Bryce is the unspoken leader of the GHD recruits. He's looking for an excuse to dodge a return to a normal civilian life after a forced early retirement from the army.

Dustin Park

Dustin is often told he doesn't take anything seriously, especially by his mom. He's quite unbothered, though, so he doesn't take this criticism to heart. His position with GHD is the second time he's landed a big, high-stakes job, so he might actually care a bit more than he lets on.

Winona Fields

Winona is a skeptic to her very core and only believes things when she sees them for herself. And even then, she still requires some extra proof. With her position at GHD, she's found something strange and terrifying that can't be debunked, and isn't quite sure whether this discovery is freeing or horrifying.

Kira Calcada

Kira is quite imaginative and whimsical, which often leads to her being perceived as unconventional. She's often told her head is in the clouds, but she is actually a lot more perceptive than people take her for.

Grace Xu

Grace is a walking enigma, so much so that Grace may not even be her real name. Everyone finds her quite difficult to read, even her fellow coworker, Evie, a former Intelligence Agent. Grace is rumored to have a very dark past, and considering how unfazed she is by this position, she's suspected of having been through and seen far worse.

Evie Petrova

Evie is quite a force to be reckoned with. She's fueled by pure determination and spite, and believes that whatever you choose to do, you've got to give it your all and do it well. She's the closest individual you'll find to a "responsible adult" in this workplace.

Meg Marrs

Meg previously ran a fake ghost-hunting business with some friends. Upon discovering that ghosts were actually real, all her friends freaked out and quit. Meg, on the other hand, saw it as a chance to double down and became fully invested in the lifestyle.

Zara Doshi

Zara is an oddly bubbly individual you wouldn't expect to find in this field. She's not your average person and is quite compassionate to both the dead and the living. Zara is determined to make a real difference.

Now that you know all about the roster of characters you can play, it's time to get ghost hunting. While you're out and about investigating, consider completing the weekly challenge, keeping an eye out for Slenderman, working on recording audio and video evidence, and getting all hidden achievements.

The post All player character models and backstories in Phasmophobia appeared first on Destructoid.

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