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Writer and director Anil Glendinning recently showcased an extended demo of There Are No Ghosts at The Grand, a unique title blending musical, Lovecraftian, and renovation mechanics. Players control Chris David, who inherits a dilapidated hotel in England and must manage renovations while hunting ghosts and fending off creatures.
Gameplay involves diverse activities like gardening and arcade gaming across various locales. A standout feature includes musical numbers where players select verses to influence character relationships. Additionally, renovation choices may impact dialogue and story progression, though the full extent of these consequences remains unclear.
The game features a notable cast including Billy Boyd and Alex Brightman. While the reviewer praised the snappy dialogue, they noted occasional awkward line overlapping during conversations. Technical performance also showed stuttering during travel and high-speed sequences, alongside minor visual bugs, though these issues appear manageable before the upcoming launch.
Developed by Friday Sundae, the title is self-funded and self-published. The first story chapter, featuring 20 main missions, arrives in Early Access this December for PC and Xbox GamePass on PC. A public demo will be available during Steam Next Fest on October 19.
