With Mouse: P.I. For Hire, a very special shooter is coming soon to console and PC. We have gathered all the important info on this unique cartoon shooter for you.
Mouse: P.I. For Hire is an unusual first-person shooter launching in March that combines classic noir crime with a wild cartoon style. We have summarized all the key details on the release, gameplay, and game world for you.
When does Mouse: P.I. For Hire release?
Mouse: P.I. For Hire will be released on March 19, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Whether the title will also release for a potential Switch 2 is currently not known. On Steam, the game can already be added to your wishlist so you do not miss any news.
What kind of game is Mouse: P.I. For Hire?
Mouse: P.I. For Hire is a cartoon-style first-person shooter set in a dark film noir world. Visually, the game strongly resembles black-and-white cartoons from the 1930s, including hand-drawn rubber hose animations. In the role of mouse detective Jack Pepper, you dive into a single-player campaign filled with corruption, gang crime, and dark secrets.
The style blends Steamboat Willie with the atmosphere of classic noir films like The Maltese Falcon. The city of Mausburg serves as the setting, a dangerous place full of criminal animals, shady alleys, and mysterious locations.
Who is Jack Pepper?
Jack Pepper is a former war veteran and private detective who gets drawn into what seems to be a harmless missing persons case. It quickly turns into a web of kidnapping, corruption, and murder. Pepper is voiced by Troy Baker, one of the most well-known voice actors in the industry. He has also voiced Joel in The Last of Us and Nathan Drake in Uncharted.
How does Mouse: P.I. For Hire play?
The gameplay is inspired by classic boomer shooters, featuring fast-paced action, constant movement, and explosive gunfights. You can expect an arsenal of more than a dozen unique weapons, ranging from classic firearms to crazy cartoon weapons like paint or acid throwers.
You can also activate powerful power-ups that can completely turn the tide of battle. In boss fights and shootouts against armed gangs, you will need to make full use of your skills and equipment.
Movement abilities such as double jumps, wall runs, and grappling hooks create varied level design. Inspired by metroidvania games, you can explore new areas by unlocking additional abilities.
How big is the game world and what is there to discover?
The developers promise more than 20 diverse levels, ranging from classic film studios and opera houses to swamps and canals. Mausburg is a detective’s dream filled with secrets, collectibles, and side missions. You move freely through the city, constantly uncovering new clues and challenges.
PC system requirements
To play Mouse: P.I. For Hire on PC, you will need at least:
- Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Intel Core2 Duo E8400 or AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+
- 16 GB RAM
- GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or equivalent
- 32 GB of storage space
A 64-bit system is recommended but not strictly required.
