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Description
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is an action-packed first-person shooter that draws inspiration from the classic cartoons of the 1930s. Its black and white rubber hose visuals are drawn by hand, frame by frame, delivering a striking vintage aesthetic. Unravel layers of corruption with a thrilling noir-fueled detective story, lively environments to explore, an original big band jazz soundtrack, and a fully-loaded arsenal of cartoon weapons and devastating power-ups. DEADLY INVESTIGATIONS Meet Private Investigator Jack Pepper, a former war hero-turned-detective in a world where danger lurks even in the smallest mouse hole. Uncover the truth when a simple missing persons case quickly escalates into a complex web of intrigue, with corruption, kidnapping and murder all on the docket. Investigate the seedy underbelly of Mouseburg, battle heavily armed gangs and crooked cops, and discover clues to reveal the conspiracy buried underneath the surface. LOCK, LOAD & LAUGH From crackling machine guns to explosive firepower, each weapon in Pepper’s arsenal is designed to deploy non-stop cartoon chaos. Arm yourself with an array of classic, creatively twisted and experimental firearms, and consume powerful upgrades when you need that extra spinach-loaded punch! Lethal encounters and manic boss battles await in this boomer shooter-inspired, retro-vibed adventure - and the denizens of Mouseburg never go down without a fight. A CITY OF SECRETS Explore a diverse city playground, from dark streets to classic film studios, opulent opera buildings, poisonous swamps and underground sewers. With a myriad of cases to solve and collectibles to find, Mouseburg is truly a detective’s delight! Use every tool at your disposal to wall-run, grapple-hook and double-jump through this unrelenting cartoon world. FEATURES - Black and white, hand-drawn rubber hose animation, inspired by cartoons of the 1930s - Fast-paced FPS combat, where constant movement is key - A thrilling single-player campaign that unravels a complex web of crime and corruption - Over 20 noir-infused levels, teeming with mice, rats and shrews - Fully-loaded arsenal of over ten unique weapons and equipment - with a cartoon twist - Devastating consumable power-ups, capable of turning the tide of any battle - Unlockable movement abilities and Metroidvania-inspired level traversal - Original jazz soundtrack, featuring a big band orchestral ensemble
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Published by
PlaySide
Developed by
Fumi Games
Release date
4/16/2026
Description
Published by
PlaySide
Developed by
Fumi Games
Release date
4/16/2026
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is an action-packed first-person shooter that draws inspiration from the classic cartoons of the 1930s. Its black and white rubber hose visuals are drawn by hand, frame by frame, delivering a striking vintage aesthetic. Unravel layers of corruption with a thrilling noir-fueled detective story, lively environments to explore, an original big band jazz soundtrack, and a fully-loaded arsenal of cartoon weapons and devastating power-ups. DEADLY INVESTIGATIONS Meet Private Investigator Jack Pepper, a former war hero-turned-detective in a world where danger lurks even in the smallest mouse hole. Uncover the truth when a simple missing persons case quickly escalates into a complex web of intrigue, with corruption, kidnapping and murder all on the docket. Investigate the seedy underbelly of Mouseburg, battle heavily armed gangs and crooked cops, and discover clues to reveal the conspiracy buried underneath the surface. LOCK, LOAD & LAUGH From crackling machine guns to explosive firepower, each weapon in Pepper’s arsenal is designed to deploy non-stop cartoon chaos. Arm yourself with an array of classic, creatively twisted and experimental firearms, and consume powerful upgrades when you need that extra spinach-loaded punch! Lethal encounters and manic boss battles await in this boomer shooter-inspired, retro-vibed adventure - and the denizens of Mouseburg never go down without a fight. A CITY OF SECRETS Explore a diverse city playground, from dark streets to classic film studios, opulent opera buildings, poisonous swamps and underground sewers. With a myriad of cases to solve and collectibles to find, Mouseburg is truly a detective’s delight! Use every tool at your disposal to wall-run, grapple-hook and double-jump through this unrelenting cartoon world. FEATURES - Black and white, hand-drawn rubber hose animation, inspired by cartoons of the 1930s - Fast-paced FPS combat, where constant movement is key - A thrilling single-player campaign that unravels a complex web of crime and corruption - Over 20 noir-infused levels, teeming with mice, rats and shrews - Fully-loaded arsenal of over ten unique weapons and equipment - with a cartoon twist - Devastating consumable power-ups, capable of turning the tide of any battle - Unlockable movement abilities and Metroidvania-inspired level traversal - Original jazz soundtrack, featuring a big band orchestral ensemble
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Languages supported
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Subtitles
English (United States)
Deutsch
español (España)
français
italiano
日本語
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Capabilities
Single player
60 fps+
120 fps
Spatial Sound
Dolby Atmos
DTS:X
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S
Console Keyboard & Mouse
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Accessibility on launch
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Pausable
Multiple volume controls
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Adjustable input sensitivity
Full input remapping
Basic input remapping
Playable without touch controls
Stick inversion
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