To the Moon, the heartfelt indie game first released in 2011, is finally coming to Xbox Series X/S and PS5. This week, developer Freebird Games and publisher Serenity Forge confirmed that fans can play the emotional time-travel adventure on these consoles starting October 8. The game will be priced at US$10, making it accessible for those eager to relive the moving experience or discover it for the first time.
A new addition to the series has been introduced alongside the console release. Just a To the Moon Series Beach Episode, a short spin-off offering one of the series' conclusions, is now available on Steam. This latest release shows players how the series might end, with Freebird Games referring to it as “half of an ending.”
A touching time-travel adventure
At its core, To the Moon is a time-travel story that explores the power of memory and wishes fulfillment. The plot follows two doctors who have developed technology that allows them to enter the minds of dying patients. Using this technology, they fulfil the patients' final wishes by recreating their pasts. In this story, the patient is an elderly man named Johnny, whose last wish is to go to the moon. As you journey through his memories, you uncover the reasons behind his wish and learn about the life he lived.
Since its initial release on PC, To the Moon has gained a devoted following thanks to its emotional storytelling and unique gameplay. Over the years, it has expanded to mobile platforms and Nintendo Switch, bringing the story to a broader audience. The simplicity of the game's design, paired with its deep narrative, has made it a beloved title in the indie gaming community.
A growing series with tearjerker moments
Following the success of To the Moon, Freebird Games expanded the series with several more emotional episodes. Finding Paradise, the direct sequel, tells the story of another patient with a completely different final wish. Like its predecessor, it is a game filled with emotional depth and thought-provoking moments.
Another game in the series, Imposter Factory, adds a twist by introducing a time-travel murder mystery, keeping fans on their toes. Freebird also released A Bird Story, a shorter, heartfelt episode that fits into the overall narrative of the series.
These titles share the same themes of love, regret, and the beauty of life's fleeting moments. They have earned Freebird Games a reputation for creating games that tug at the heartstrings.
With the upcoming release of To the Moon on Xbox Series X/S and PS5, even more gamers will be able to experience this beautiful series. Adding Just a To the Moon Series Beach Episode offers a new glimpse into the world fans have grown to love. While Freebird Games has described this short episode as “half of an ending,” it may signal even more to come from this deeply emotional series.
