Okay, fellow Phasmophobia enthusiasts, let's talk about one of the most persistent myths in ghost hunting: the dreaded Yurei door slam! I can't tell you how many times my team and I have been utterly convinced we had a Yurei because a door slammed shut with such force. We've all been there, right? You hear that dramatic bang, and your mind immediately jumps to Yurei. But here's the crucial PSA: a door slam, even a full close, is NOT definitive proof for a Yurei! This is where understanding the distinction between a 'Door Slam Vs. Door Touch' becomes super important. Many players, myself included initially, treat these interactions similarly, but they are actually two different interactions in the game's mechanics. A 'door touch' is usually a gentle nudge or a slight opening/closing, while a 'door slam' is a much more forceful sound and movement, often involving a 'FULL OPEN OR FULL CLOSE' action. The critical takeaway here is that *all ghosts can slam doors*, including a Yurei. So, while it might appear to be a 'full close' – which you might think would normally be considered proof for a Yurei's unique ability – it is technically not sufficient evidence. The game categorizes these interactions, and a ghost's ability to 'slam' a door can be done by any ghost type. It's a general ghost interaction, not a special ability tied exclusively to the Yurei. This means relying on door slams for Yurei identification falls into a 'CATEGORY OF INTERACTIONS THAT CANNOT BE USED AS PROOF OF BEING A' specific ghost type. It’s a common pitfall that can lead you to misidentify the ghost and ultimately meet a gruesome end! So, how DO you correctly identify a Yurei? Forget the dramatic door slams. Instead, focus on their actual, distinct evidence: Spirit Box, Freezing Temperatures, and Ghost Orb. These three are your reliable indicators. If you're not getting all three of these, it's highly unlikely you're dealing with a Yurei, regardless of how many doors it's decided to aggressively shut in your face. Pro-tip for Yurei hunting: if you suspect a Yurei, try using a Smudge Stick in the ghost room. Yurei are known for having a longer period of being unable to hunt after being smudged, which can be a valuable secondary characteristic if you're trying to differentiate between similar ghosts that share some evidence. Always cross-reference your evidence, and never put all your eggs in the 'door slam' basket. Stay safe out there, ghost hunters, and happy haunting!