Moss: The Forgotten Relic announced for PC and consoles - no VR headset needed
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- Discover the new adventure in Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a puzzle-platformer without VR, coming soon to multiple platforms.
Moss: The Forgotten Relic announced for PC and consoles - no VR headset needed
Polyarc has announced the arrival of Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a new title that brings together the beloved experiences of the earlier Moss games in one package. This new adventure is designed for both PC and consoles and does not require a VR headset, making it more accessible for players. The game combines elements from Moss, Moss: The Twilight Garden and Moss: Book 2, offering varied gameplay in a storybook-like world.
Development and gameplay
Moss: The Forgotten Relic is a puzzle-platformer and action-adventure game focused on guiding the mouse Quill through a mystical environment full of challenges. Players will need to navigate different areas, solve puzzles and defeat enemies. The camera and presentation have been specially adapted for flat-screen TVs, so non-VR players can also enjoy the game’s visual style.
Polyarc and its history
Polyarc, the studio behind the Moss franchise, was founded by former Bungie employees. Since the release of their first title in the Moss series, the company has built a strong position in the VR gaming space. With Moss: The Forgotten Relic, they are showing that they also want to expand to traditional consoles, possibly in response to the challenges currently facing the VR industry.
Release information
The game is scheduled for release in summer 2026 and will be available on Steam, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo consoles, including Switch and Switch 2. This multi-platform release is intended to reach a wider audience and bring more players into the charm of the Moss stories.
Timeline
2026-05-14 16:00:00: Moss: The Forgotten Relic announced for PC and consoles – no VR headset needed.
2026-05-14 16:34:00: Discussion about the impact of the VR game industry on classic games coming to consoles.
2026-05-14 18:21:32: Further reflections on the future of VR games on console platforms.
The announcement of Moss: The Forgotten Relic comes amid a challenging year for the VR industry. Although VR games are still widely appreciated, many developers have reduced their first-party production capacity, and there is a noticeable trend toward flat-screen gaming. This game offers an interesting mix of original gameplay and broader reach, aimed at both new and existing fans of the franchise.