Alexandre Jollier
Equipment
Fragile Hourglass Halloween: The Game - where to find it and how to use it
In brief
The Fragile Hourglass is the most powerful special item in Halloween: The Game, but also one of the most misunderstood. Find it by searching furniture and drawers in buildings (it appears randomly with a purple aura), then use it to immobilize Michael on the ground during an arrest attempt — it's your best asset to remove him from the match.
The civilian team in Halloween: The Game has access to numerous items, each with a specific use. While the effect of weapons like the Mace or the Baseball Bat is obvious, some special items remain more ambiguous. This is the case with the Fragile Hourglass, which many have already thrown to the ground... with no effect at all. Here's exactly where to find it and how to use it.
Where to find the Fragile Hourglass
The Fragile Hourglass is a special item that appears randomly - so finding it relies entirely on luck. Unlike most items, it seems to appear placed on furniture, tables, and other surfaces, inside houses and buildings. But it can also hide in searchable areas like drawers: so search every location thoroughly.
Like any special item, it is circled in purple when you get close to it. Watch closely for this bright glow to add it to your inventory.
Reminder
You can only carry three items in total in your secondary hand, in addition to one weapon. Remember to drop the least useful item if you want to carry the Fragile Hourglass.
How to use the Fragile Hourglass
Many players report that the Fragile Hourglass highlights escape items (such as the Escape Key) within a 10-meter radius: this is not the case. In reality, it's an item meant to be used against Michael. Thrown at him while he's on the ground, it temporarily prevents him from getting back up.
The best time to use it is during an arrest attempt. If you manage to surround Michael with police officers and knock him down, throw the Hourglass at him, then approach to complete the arrest. This is by far the most reliable method to get him out of the game - which makes the Fragile Hourglass the most powerful item in your arsenal.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Fragile Hourglass really reveal escape objects?
No, that's a rumor among players. The Fragile Hourglass has no connection to escape keys or other exit objects. Its sole function is to immobilize Michael on the ground.
Where exactly should I search for the Fragile Hourglass?
It spawns randomly inside houses and buildings, placed on furniture, tables, or other surfaces. Search drawers and lootable areas too. Watch for the characteristic purple glow.
What's the best time to use it?
During an arrest attempt on Michael. Once he's on the ground and surrounded by police, throw the Hourglass on him to keep him immobilized while you complete the arrest.
Can I just throw the Fragile Hourglass on the ground without effect?
Yes, that's exactly the trap: many players have thrown it randomly thinking it would do something. You absolutely must throw it at Michael when he's on the ground for it to work.
Key takeaways
- The Fragile Hourglass doesn't reveal escape objects contrary to rumors: its real role is to immobilize Michael when he's on the ground.
- It spawns randomly on surfaces and in drawers of houses, circled in purple when you approach it.
- It's the most reliable tool to stop Michael: throw it when he's on the ground surrounded by police, then proceed with the arrest.
- You can only carry three secondary items plus one weapon, so prioritize your inventory carefully.
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