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Friday Sundae develops "There Are No Ghosts at the Grand," a British ghost story video game
Key points
- Game features renovation mechanics and ghost encounters.
- Inspired by British stately homes and UK culture.
- Includes musical numbers and voice talent like Alex Brightman.
- Developed by independent studio Friday Sundae.
Game Concept and Setting
"There Are No Ghosts at the Grand" is a video game from independent developer Friday Sundae. The game centers on a young American man who inherits and renovates a run-down hotel in a British seaside town. The narrative incorporates elements of a ghost story, with the protagonist encountering supernatural occurrences alongside his renovation tasks.
Gameplay Mechanics
The core gameplay involves using power tools to strip wallpaper, rearrange furniture, clean, and paint rooms. These renovation activities are interspersed with fighting ghosts at night. Characters within the game provide commentary on the player's choices and the history of the rooms.
Inspiration and Cultural Elements
Creative director Anil Glendinning stated the game grew from a goal to tell a British ghost story. The developers drew inspiration from exploring UK stately homes, observing rooms in various states of disrepair. The game incorporates British cultural elements, including local slang, musical numbers, and character inspirations like the animated paintbrush "Robert C McBrushy," an ode to Microsoft's Clippy but also a complex father figure.
Voice Talent
The game features voice talent, including musical theatre performer Alex Brightman, known for his role in "Beetlejuice the Musical."
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Reporting from
Independent developer Friday Sundae is creating "There Are No Ghosts at the Grand," a video game blending renovation mechanics with a British ghost story narrative. The game features a young American renovating a dilapidated hotel, encountering talking tools, local slang, musical numbers, and ghosts, drawing inspiration from UK stately homes and culture.