Friday Sundae's 'There Are No Ghosts at the Grand' Blends Hotel Decorating and Shooter Action
Friday Sundae, a U.K. developer, is set to launch 'There Are No Ghosts at the Grand' in 2026. Players step into the shoes of protagonist Chris David, facing a 30-day, 30-night challenge to restore the Grand hotel, solve puzzles, and survive monster attacks. The game is an intriguing blend of genres, promising a unique gaming experience.
Chris David, the game's protagonist, has a tight deadline to complete his work, adding pressure to the gameplay. He must renovate the Grand hotel using AI-powered tools that can also serve as weapons against the monstrous inhabitants. Players can gain approval with characters they meet, tracking their progress through the menu.
The game's musical aspect is inspired by the music of the '80s and '90s, as well as classic Hammer Horror films and British science-fiction shows like Doctor Who and Red Dwarf. This blend of influences creates a distinctive atmosphere that sets the game apart.
'There Are No Ghosts at the Grand' is a first-person hotel-decorating shooter with a Lovecraftian-lite influence. The puzzle system will be more challenging in the full game than in the gameplay demo shown at Gamescom 2025. The game is scheduled for release in the latter half of 2026 and will be available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC (Steam and Xbox PC).
Developed by Bristol-based indie studio Friday Sundae, 'There Are No Ghosts at the Grand' promises to be a unique gaming experience. With its blend of genres, distinctive musical influences, and challenging puzzles, the game is set to captivate players when it launches in 2026.