Moonray Launches Open Beta on Android, Expanding Cross-Platform Testing

Moonray: Battle Lands, the surreal science-fantasy action arena title, has officially opened its gates to Android users with the launch of its timed open beta on the Google Play Store, offering mobile players a chance to test its melee-focused combat against PC players using either touchscreen controls or Bluetooth controller support.

The Android beta arrives alongside the launch of closed beta on Steam and Epic Games, which began on Saturday, May 10. These test phases are part of a broader push by developer Moonray PBC to refine and expand the game’s cross-platform capabilities ahead of its planned console debut on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 later this year.

For the uninitiated, Moonray offers a stylized third-person PvP experience grounded in skill-based melee combat. Players engage in battles across gravity-defying arenas, utilizing a timing-based combo system, a dynamic grappling hook for vertical movement, and a variety of combat modes ranging from chaotic free-for-alls to tactical 4v4 encounters.

The latest wave of updates brings several significant enhancements, including:

Mover 2.0 and Motion Matching: Promising smoother and more responsive character animations.
Reimagined Heroes and Maps: Refreshing the tactical landscape and adding variety for returning players.
Path of Trial Battle Pass: Introducing a new progression system filled with cosmetics and unlockable content.
Expanded Controller Support: Aimed at delivering a consistent experience across devices.

As with any beta, players should expect ongoing performance adjustments, especially on the newly introduced mobile platform. Feedback will be crucial in helping the developers fine-tune controls, balance gameplay, and ensure stability across a broad spectrum of hardware.

Moonray’s emphasis on precise timing, movement mastery, and environmental adaptation continues to set it apart in a crowded PvP landscape. With crossplay between PC and mobile now in testing and console versions on the horizon, the developers appear committed to making Moonray a truly platform-agnostic experience.

While it’s still too early to assess Moonray’s long-term place in the genre, the current momentum and technical ambition suggest a project worth keeping an eye on—particularly for fans of fast-paced, competitive melee games with a distinct visual and design identity.

Players interested in joining the open beta can now find Moonray: Battle Lands on the Google Play Store. Closed beta access on PC remains available via Steam and the Epic Games Store.