Moss
A tiny hero, a grand adventure.
Moss is a virtual reality action-adventure game developed by Polyarc and released in 2018. The game follows Quill, a young mouse who embarks on a quest to rescue her uncle from a mysterious evil. Players interact with the world as a benevolent spirit, guiding Quill through puzzles and combat. The game was highly regarded by video game critics listing it among 2018's critically acclaimed titles.
Lore & Background
In Moss, players assume the role of a mysterious spirit known as the Reader, who discovers an ancient book that tells the story of Quill, a brave mouse. Quill's uncle is captured by a serpent-like creature called the Glass Serpent, and she sets out to save him. The game's narrative unfolds through the book's pages, with the Reader directly influencing Quill's journey.
Reader's Guide
Moss is a VR-exclusive game, requiring a compatible headset such as PlayStation VR or PC VR systems. Players control Quill directly with a controller while using motion controls to interact with the environment as the Reader. Combat involves timing attacks and dodges, while puzzles require manipulating objects in the world.
Did You Know?
- Moss was released in 2018 as a new property, according to the source.
- The protagonist is a mouse named Quill, who uses a sword.
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