Ghost-Free at the Grand: Daytime Renovations, Nighttime Ghost Hunts

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So, picture this: a hotel, right? Kinda creaky and old, sitting all lonely by the English coast. You’d think it’d be full of ghosts or whatever, but nah, “There Are No Ghosts at the Grand” is the name — ironic, I know. It’s like a mix of mystery, DIY chaos, and night-time spook-ups. Weird, right? Saw the trailer, got curious — I mean, who wouldn’t?

Step into the shoes of Chris David. Young guy. American chap who lands himself a run-down hotel — The Grand. Now, why a hotel? Your guess is as good as mine. So, Chris has to wield these talking power tools. Yes, they talk. Imagine a sassy sand blaster chirping away while you make the place somewhat livable. But don’t get too comfy, since when night falls, things start to get… squirmy (think shivers, the creepy kind).

You’ve got just 30 days and nights to bring this historic heap back to life. Feels like a game show on caffeine. Equipped with a paint sprayer and furniture-launcher — yeah, furniture — this isn’t your average home reno gig. No need to be a perfectionist, though; a splash here, a dab there — imperfection is totally fine. Speaking of which, you’d better be smart about what room to tackle next. Time’s ticking.

Then there’s Robert C. MacBrushy, the AI assistant who’s part Scotty from Star Trek, part… Clippy? Yeah, that pesky paperclip. Also happens to know a ton about ghosts — figure that out. Anyway, he’s the DIY guru you never knew you needed.

Daytime, you’re the handyman. Night-time? Ghost buster. But Chris, he’s on a secret mission. What’s he really after? Old maps? Mysterious spaces? The hotel’s hiding some creepy-crawlies that seem to leave marks on fresh paint (oh joy). And don’t get me started on the moving furniture — is it haunted or just mismatched IKEA pieces?

MacBrushy’s got night patrol covered too. Tools get these funky alternate uses against whatever’s lurking around. Vacuum spirits away, literally. Invisible ghoul trouble? Douse it with paint. And don’t underestimate the power of a well-aimed bookshelf.

Characters? Oh, they’re a trip. Each of them holds the key — maybe literally — to different rooms. Colin’s keeping lounge secrets, while Lily’s all about flowers. Even the mayor and the cop have their roles to play. Then there’s Mr. Bones, the cat. Normal fluffball by day, sassy Aussie at night. Not sure if he’s friend or foe, though.

Plus, it’s a musical — but not Broadway, more like a dusty mix of ska and punk beats. Each character belts out tunes as you dive deeper into their stories. Yep, it’s interactive and you gotta decide on the fly — while keeping rhythm. Tricky.

Beyond the hotel’s spooky halls, there’s Kingswood-on-Sea — a seaside town with personality (and secrets). Walk around, play mini-golf, dig for treasure. But hey, be back before nightfall. The North Sea doesn’t exactly breed comfort.

So yeah, “There Are No Ghosts at the Grand,” a tale of fixing things and finding quirks hidden under old carpets. Courage, humor, maybe some tears — it’s like your favorite vinyl with unexpected skips. Coming soon to an Xbox near you. Just, watch the furniture — it might have plans of its own.