Moss developer Polyarc Games announces closure

Polyarc Games, a Seattle-based developer that launched 12 years ago, has announced its decision to cease active development. In a LinkedIn post, the company expressed gratitude for the opportunity to create and share its games, but acknowledged that it is time to move on. Polyarc has provided a recruiting spreadsheet for staff members affected by the closure.

The company's closure comes after the launch of Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a VR adaptation of its original title. Earlier this year, Polyarc laid off 30 employees due to funding issues following the cancellation of a major project. The studio was founded in 2015 by ex-Bungie developers Tam Armstrong, Danny Bulla, and Chris Alderson.

Polyarc's first VR adventure puzzle game, Moss, was released in 2018, followed by a sequel in 2022. The company also developed an online competitive VR strategy game, Glassbreakers: Champions of Moss, and explored the potential of augmented reality for future projects.