Lord of the Rings Star Billy Boyd Joins New Ghost-Hunting Thriller There Are No Ghosts at The Grand
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
A new gameplay trailer for There Are No Ghosts at The Grand revealed that Lord of the Rings actor Billy Boyd is starring as the player's ghost-busting sidekick.
Gamescom 2026 brought plenty of unexpected reveals, but one of the most delightful surprises came from the upcoming narrative thriller There Are No Ghosts at The Grand. IGN South Africa reported on the official gameplay trailer, which revealed that Billy Boyd, best known as Pippin from The Lord of the Rings, is starring as your spectral sidekick in the game.
Rather than playing a traditional combat role, Boyd brings his signature charm to the role of a guiding spirit who helps players navigate a haunted hotel. The gameplay trailer showcased atmospheric exploration and inventive puzzle mechanics, blending classic ghost-hunting tropes with a strong character-driven narrative.
For fans of cinematic horror and narrative-heavy indie games, this unexpected casting coup instantly pushes the title onto the radar. As developers continue to find fresh ways to blend Hollywood talent with interactive storytelling, having a beloved fantasy icon narrate your supernatural investigations is a brilliant way to stand out.
Tags: Gamescom 2026, Indie Games, Narrative Adventure, Horror
Original article: IGN South Africa