Moss: Book II

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Moss: Book II is the sequel to the award-winning VR game Moss, continuing the story of Quill and her quest to end the Arcane's rule. The game is a single-player action-adventure puzzle experience, featuring gripping combat, captivating world exploration, and new allies to assist in the journey. Players must help Quill save the world from the winged tyrant hunting her, while also dealing with the emotional challenges along the way.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 293 reviews

story59 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Moss: Book II is a stunning sequel that enhances the original with improved graphics, new mechanics, and a deeper story, making it a must-play for VR enthusiasts.
The game features charming character interactions, particularly with Quill, and offers a captivating narrative that evokes strong emotional responses from players.
With engaging puzzles, varied combat, and beautifully crafted environments, Moss: Book II provides a unique and immersive experience that showcases the potential of VR gaming.

Some players found the game to be relatively short, with a playtime of around 5-10 hours, leading to concerns about its value for the price.
While the game introduces new mechanics, some critics noted that the puzzles could be too easy and lacked the complexity found in the first installment.
There were minor technical issues reported, such as low-resolution textures and occasional awkward platforming controls, which detracted from the overall experience.

story
143 mentions
41 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The story in "Moss: Book II" is widely praised for its emotional depth, engaging narrative, and seamless continuation from the first game, enhancing the player's connection to the protagonist, Quill. Reviewers highlight the beautiful world-building, captivating voice acting, and the game's ability to evoke strong feelings, making it a standout in VR storytelling. While some minor plot elements may feel underdeveloped, the overall experience is described as a magical and immersive adventure that leaves players eager for more.
- “The story is phenomenal, the visuals are stunning and the gameplay works really well.”
- “Moss: Book II is a great game that concludes the story in a satisfying way while still leaving room for a follow-up.”
- “The world you enter as Quill's reader is beautifully executed, with hints of storytelling that make the lore feel deep and the player feel nearly mouse-sized.”
- “The end did make me feel confused and dissatisfied; I think it is because I was ready for another fight, but the storyteller takes control and finishes up the story and the rest of the game.”
- “The story itself is as straightforward as the gameplay; it doesn't surprise with any intricacies, works well for the game, and is nothing to write home about - its presentation, however, makes up for any shortcomings.”
- “The other members of the small cast are somewhat less fleshed out and only act in limited roles in the story.”
gameplay
76 mentions
37 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Moss Book II" builds upon its predecessor with enhanced mechanics, new weapons, and varied puzzles that maintain engagement without being overly challenging. Players appreciate the charming design and immersive atmosphere, noting that the game successfully combines action and puzzle-solving elements while introducing fresh gameplay features that enhance the overall experience. While some found the gameplay to be a bit easy, the overall consensus is that it offers a delightful and captivating adventure in VR.
- “Delightful and unique platformer with a lovely, atmospheric world, engaging and original gameplay mechanics, adequately challenging (without being frustrating at all), and just generally charming.”
- “The gameplay is a perfect blend of engaging puzzles and enjoyable combat.”
- “Moss Book II continues where the previous game left us, keeping everything that made the first game great and adding new features that make the game even more interactive and puzzling; it puts many VR games to shame both in looks and gameplay.”
- “My only 'complaint' would be that the gameplay was a bit on the easy side, and that there were too many hints (namely the symbols on the floors and walls telling you what to do and where).”
- “While the moss games are not exactly a shining example of what is possible with VR as the core gameplay is stuff that has been done a million times in flat screen games, the VR does enhance the gameplay and makes you feel like you're part of the story.”
- “There are also some mechanics that are just never explained, such as being able to restore Quill's health and what the different armors do.”
graphics
39 mentions
56 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the stunning visuals, beautiful art style, and immersive environments. Players noted significant improvements over the previous title, highlighting the game's ability to create a captivating atmosphere through detailed graphics and effective use of VR. While some minor texture issues were mentioned, the overall aesthetic and graphical performance were described as breathtaking and a key component of the game's appeal.
- “Simply amazing, stunning graphics and the quests with the right level of complexity.”
- “Incredible, breathtaking graphics and scenery.”
- “The storytelling, gameplay, and graphics are stunning.”
- “Some minor graphical elements could use more polish, like Quill's placement on uneven ground.”
- “The world looks relatively handsome--prebaked shadows and global illumination means the visuals look a lot better than the real-time engine could manage, with the only shortcoming being some low-res textures here and there.”
- “Not so with Moss 2, the game has 3 settings for graphics, and using the high setting I'm down to about resolution 250% to get solid 90 fps.”
music
16 mentions
56 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its breathtaking quality and fitting integration into the gameplay and story. The soundtrack, composed by Jason Graves, enhances the overall experience, complementing the visuals and voice acting effectively. Overall, the music is described as a standout feature that elevates the game to new heights.
- “Amazing music, design, gameplay, and challenging puzzles.”
- “The additional complexity is welcomed though, and the voice acting and music continues to be excellent.”
- “As in the last game, the art is wondrous and the music is breathtaking.”
- “The music is top-notch and so are the sound effects.”
- “Soundtrack is again done by Jason Graves, which fits very well with the game and can be found on Bandcamp.”
- “Better music (I do love the battle themes).”
emotional
8 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its touching story, emotional depth, and strong world-building, with players highlighting the heartbreaking moments that evoke tears and intense feelings. The bond with the character Quill adds to the emotional experience, making the gameplay not only enjoyable but also a profound journey filled with impactful scenes, particularly leading up to the climax. Overall, it is described as an emotional roller coaster that enhances the gaming experience.
- “Quill is just as cute and there are some heartbreaking scenes that had me in tears.”
- “Teaming up with Quill was so much fun once again - and yet prepare yourself for some very touching moments.”
- “Prepare yourself for an emotional roller coaster of a game.”
optimization
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while some users with high-end PCs report struggles to maintain a solid 90 fps, others praise its impressive performance and graphics compared to other VR titles. Recommendations for improving visual quality on Quest devices include adjusting contrast and brightness settings, and the game supports both SteamVR and native Oculus drivers for optimal performance.
- “This game is simply amazing, the performance and graphics are better than I can get out of most other VR titles. The scenes are jaw-dropping and detailed, and the gameplay and combat are fun.”
- “Overall, it is a very nice improvement, while still maintaining a stable, high FPS performance.”
- “The Steam version supports both SteamVR drivers and native Oculus/Meta drivers, so if you have a Meta/Oculus HMD, you'll get optimal performance too.”
- “The biggest issue would probably be performance-related; my PC (i9-13900K + RTX 4090) struggled to maintain a solid 90 FPS.”
- “It still hovered at about 80-90 FPS constantly, but I feel that the game could have been better optimized.”
- “If you are playing on Quest, I highly recommend bumping your contrast in the accessibility settings up to 10% and lowering the brightness to make the darker parts of the scenes look more black and less gray; also, you should be able to raise your Oculus resolution as this game isn't that demanding on performance.”
atmosphere
6 mentions
83 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its delightful and immersive world, characterized by charming environments and engaging gameplay mechanics. While some players noted that certain narrative elements occasionally overshadow direct interactions, the overall ambiance remains captivating and well-crafted, making it a must-try for fans of atmospheric platformers.
- “Delightful and unique platformer with a lovely, atmospheric world, engaging and original gameplay mechanics, adequately challenging (without being frustrating at all), and just generally charming.”
- “The worldbuilding, scenery, and atmosphere is really what sells this for me.”
- “Immersive, captivating atmosphere, tight gameplay, and cute and charming as hell.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development for its high-quality design, art, and integration with the environment and story, highlighting it as a standout feature of the game.
- “The character design, the art, the environment, and the story are AAA level.”
- “The depth of character development really makes you feel connected to the story.”
- “Each character evolves in a way that feels natural and impactful throughout the game.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users report occasional stability issues, including buggy clipping that allows players to dash through walls or bounce off invisible barriers. These glitches can disrupt gameplay but do not appear to be widespread.
- “There are some buggy clipping issues where you can dash-teleport through walls or bounce off invisible barriers.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I've encountered numerous stability issues, including lag spikes and frame drops during critical moments.”