Moss developer Polyarc share that they’re shutting down just two months after releasing a VR-less port of the beloved mousey adventure games
Polyarc, the developer behind the beloved Moss adventure games, announced this week that it is shutting down after nearly 12 years of operation. The closure comes remarkably quickly—just two months after the studio released Moss: The Forgotten Relic in July 2026.
Moss: The Forgotten Relic represented a significant shift for the series, combining the original Moss games and removing the virtual reality requirement. The VR-less port was designed to make the beloved mouse adventure accessible to a broader audience on traditional platforms, marking an important evolution for the franchise.
According to a statement shared on the developer’s LinkedIn page, the company is ending ‘active development’ as it winds down operations. The studio’s statement read: ‘Today is the end of an era for Polyarc. After nearly 12 years riding the joyous rollercoaster of emotions that is making video games, our time together has come to an end.’
The timing raises questions about the circumstances surrounding the closure. With The Forgotten Relic release occurring just two months prior, the shutdown suggests either unexpected challenges or business difficulties that emerged following the launch. The announcement did not provide specific details about the reasons for the closure.
This development marks a notable loss in the indie gaming space and raises concerns about long-term support for Moss: The Forgotten Relic and the broader Moss franchise going forward.