There are many companies in the gaming industry, but “MOSS” stands out as a uniquely distinct game developer. Headquartered in Taito, Tokyo, this company is involved in a wide range of fields, from arcade and console game development to creating LCD visuals for gaming machines.

A name that cannot be left out when talking about MOSS is the shooting game series “Raiden.” Originally developed by Seibu Kaihatsu, the development staff went independent to form “MOSS” and inherited the rights to the series. Since “Raiden III,” all titles have been developed by MOSS. Their unique game design and tense gameplay that draw out the charm of shooting games are particularly loved by many fans.

From its founding, MOSS demonstrated its technical prowess for a long time as a subcontractor for major software companies. However, in 2013, a turning point came. That was the release of their first self-published title, “Caladrius.” This work brought a fresh breeze into the shooting game genre and widely showcased MOSS’s creativity and originality.

In September 2018, MOSS established a new subsidiary, “Kaminarigames,” dedicated to game development. This move was an important step for MOSS to further focus on game production and bring more of their unique creations to the world. It marks the beginning of new growth and evolution for the company.

MOSS is a game developer with a long history of technical expertise in creating shooting games, as well as a solid track record from working with major companies. Having worked on masterpieces like the “Raiden” series and “Caladrius,” MOSS continues to take on new challenges independently. We eagerly anticipate what new gaming experiences MOSS will provide in the future. It's a name that game fans may have encountered at least once, and it’s a company to keep an eye on moving forward.