EDISON, NEW JERSEY – July 29, 2025 – From the twisted minds of legendary game creators SUDA51 (No More Heroes) and SWERY (Deadly Premonition), Hotel Barcelona is set to open its cursed doors on Sept. 26, 2025, launching physically for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Distributed by Nighthawk Interactive, physical editions of the game are now available to pre-order at major retailers including Amazon, GameStop, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart for MSRP $29.99.
A deranged blend of horror, action, and grindhouse aesthetics, Hotel Barcelona invites players into a luxury hotel-turned-slaughterhouse where America’s most depraved serial killers await. When rookie U.S. Marshal Justine crashes near the hotel grounds, she’s pulled into a terrifying reality – and forced to unleash the monster lurking inside her mind: Dr. Carnival.
Developed by White Owls and published by Cult Games, this 2.5D side-scrolling action experience blends stylish slasher combat with over-the-top boss encounters, dripping atmosphere, and co-op mayhem. Guests of Hotel Barcelona will enjoy:
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A Floor for Every Fear: Fight your way through horror-themed hotel floors crawling with serial killers, each inspired by VHS-era horror icons. Expect jump scares, surreal twists, and buckets of blood.
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A Killer Split Personality: Justine’s mind isn’t her own. Dr. Carnival, the ancient entity inside her, grants devastating powers – if you’re willing to pay the price.
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Death Is Only the Beginning: When you die, your past self becomes a shadowy ally. Each run builds strength and unleashes ghostly vengeance in this twisted take on rogue-lite mechanics.
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Co-Op Carnage: Bring backup. Up to four players can check in together for bloody online multiplayer action.
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Welcome to the Hotel… You May Never Leave. Hotel Barcelona launches physically on Sept. 26, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Pre-orders are now live at all major retailers.
From the Legends of Weird and Wonderful Games
Hotel Barcelona marks the first full collaboration between SUDA51 (No More Heroes, Killer 7) and SWERY (Deadly Premonition, The Good Life). Expect the unexpected – from unhinged humor to meta-narratives, non stop action and brutal boss fights that will leave you stunned (and slightly disturbed).
Assets and press kit can be found here.
ESRB Rating: RP (Expected M)
About Nighthawk Interactive
Built by a team of industry veterans, Nighthawk Interactive aims to combine their proven experience with the ever-changing needs of modern game development. With a strong focus on publishing, co-publishing, and retail distribution, Nighthawk has built strong partnerships with some of the biggest brands in entertainment, along with many talented independent developers to deliver great experiences to gamers around the world. For more information about Nighthawk, visit www.NighthawkInteractive.com, and follow us on Twitter at (@NH_Interactive).
About White Owls Inc.
White Owls Inc. is the independent studio led by renowned game director Hidetaka "SWERY" Suehiro, known for cult classics like Deadly Premonition and The Good Life. Based in Osaka, Japan, White Owls specializes in creating strange, soulful, and genre-defying experiences filled with rich atmosphere, surreal humor, and unforgettable characters. Every game is a step into the unexpected – designed to surprise, provoke, and linger in your memory long after the credits roll. Learn more at www.whiteowls.co.jp.
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