Moss: The Forgotten Relic Brings the Beloved VR Puzzle Platformer to Standard Screens This Summer
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
Polyarc is bringing the critically acclaimed Moss series to standard screens this summer with Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a fused and enhanced package of both games featuring a new follow camera and accessibility options.
For years, the acclaimed Moss series stood as a defining showcase for virtual reality, inviting players to guide a courageous little mouse named Quill through intricate dioramas. According to Rock Paper Shotgun, developer Polyarc is finally opening the adventure up to a much wider audience with Moss: The Forgotten Relic. Slated for release this summer, the upcoming release is not just a standard port, but a complete fusion of both original games into a single definitive package built specifically for standard screens across PC and consoles.
Transitioning a game built from the ground up for spatial computing into a traditional monitor or TV format requires serious design changes. To pull this off, the studio has implemented a new smart follow camera system alongside handcrafted cutscenes to replace the native VR perspective. Players can also expect upgraded visuals and performance, the inclusion of the Twilight Garden DLC, and a brand new skip combat option for anyone who wants to purely focus on puzzle solving.
Opening up these critically praised adventures to players who skipped out on hardware headsets is a massive win for accessibility. While VR purists might debate how losing spatial immersion alters the experience, the reality is that great puzzle platforming and compelling storytelling deserve to travel across platforms. You can already wishlist the game on Steam ahead of its summer launch, meaning Quill's journey is about to find a brand new community of fans across your platform of choice.
Tags: Moss, Polyarc, PC Gaming, Puzzle Platformer, VR
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun