There’s something strangely hypnotic about Moonray. Maybe it’s the floaty alien worlds or the way the characters move like dancers mid-fight. Either way, the game’s just landed in closed beta on Steam, and it’s worth a look if you’re into brawlers that actually demand skill.
Moonray: Battle Lands mixes sci-fi mayhem with close-range combat, all wrapped in an eerie, post-human aesthetic. It’s free to play, already building a small but active player base, and now it’s opening up the gates to a broader PC crowd.
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Melee Combat That Actually Feels Good
Forget spray-and-pray shooters for a second. Moonray wants you to time your swings, dodge with purpose, and think before lunging. Every weapon has its own rhythm, and mastering that rhythm feels damn satisfying when you land the final blow.
The new heroes added in this beta — Zol Jei and Getz’l Nok — shake things up with unique playstyles that’ll make you rethink your approach. And yes, controller support is here, so if you’re tired of spamming your mouse, you’ve got options.
EThe arenas in Moonray aren’t just fancy set dressing. They fight back. Bridges collapse mid-battle, barrels explode when you least expect it, and layouts shift enough to keep things unpredictable. Honestly, it’s refreshing to play something where the map matters. It’s not chaos for chaos’ sake either. You’ve got to pay attention or you’ll get blindsided. Knowing when to bait someone into a trap or avoid one yourself becomes part of the learning curve.
Built for PC but Ready for More
This beta is focused on PC players for now, but everything feels built with future expansion in mind. It’s running on Base blockchain tech under the hood, though the integration is light-touch and doesn’t get in your face which is a relief if you’re tired of being shilled tokens every five seconds. Progression-wise, the “Path of Trial” battle pass adds structure without feeling grindy. Unlocking new skins and weapons gives enough reason to keep coming back without turning the game into a chore.
Why You Should Care
Moonray isn’t trying to be the next big live service monster. It’s smaller, weirder, and more focused and that might be its biggest strength. If you’re into stylized third-person combat, want something Free 2 Play that doesn’t feel cheap, and have a thing for surreal sci-fi vibes, it’s worth checking out.
The beta is live now, and with the Steam version opening the doors wider, the timing’s perfect. Whether you’re here to master the blade or just soak in the weirdness, Moonray feels like it’s finally finding its groove.
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