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Steam app 2416450 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 18:22 UTC

MOUSE: P.I. For Hire

Join private investigator Jack Pepper on a guns blazing, jazz-fueled adventure in MOUSE: P.I. For Hire. MOUSE combines the charm of hand-drawn rubber hose animation inspired by the classic cartoons of the 1930’s with the adrenaline and action of an explosive first person shooter.

MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Steam header artwork
Fumi GamesPlaySide
374playing now
37424-hour peak
13,723all-time peak
298average, last 30 days

The last 30 days

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October 2026

MOUSE: P.I. For Hire was released on 16 Apr, 2026.

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Game information

Updated 12 Sep 2026, 18:22 UTC
App ID
2416450
Last updated
27 Jul 2026 build 24348457
Developer
Fumi Games
Publisher
PlaySide
Release date
16 Apr, 2026
Platforms
Windows
Download size
8.15 GB
Install size
9.70 GB
Genres
Action, Indie
Game modes
Single-player
Controller support
Full
Achievements
34
Metacritic
80

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsSteam Trading Cards#category_contrast_controlsSteam CloudRemote Play on TVFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Full controller supportDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller Support

Accessibility

Camera ComfortCustom Volume ControlsAdjustable DifficultyPlayable without Timed InputStereo SoundSurround Sound

Popular tags

FPSCartoonyActionDetectiveBoomer ShooterNoirFirst-PersonHand-drawnSingleplayerShooterIndieRetroOld SchoolStory RichCartoonCombatStylizedGoreViolentAdventure
About this gameFull description from Steam
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. 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. 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. 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. 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
Content & age ratings4 regional ratings

Regional ratings

DEJUS12Linguagem imprópria · Violência
ESRBtViolence · Blood · Mild Language
IGRS15Rokok dan/atau rokok elektronik, minuman beralkohol, narkotika, psikotropika, dan/atau zat adiktif lainnya · Penggunaan bahasa · Kekerasan
PEGI16Violence
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i3 8300 / Ryzen 3 2200 Memory: 12 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 960 / Intel Xe 2 Graphics / Radeon RX 580 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 11 GB available space Additional Notes: VRAM: 6 GB

Recommended

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 11 Processor: Intel Core i5 9600 / Ryzen 3600 Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel Arc B570 / Radeon RX 7600 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 11 GB available space Additional Notes: VRAM: 8 GB

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Linux

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Supported languages14 languages
LanguageFull audio
English●
French
Italian
German
Spanish - Spain
Japanese
Korean
Polish
Portuguese - Brazil
Russian
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Turkish
Ukrainian

A blank audio cell means full audio was not marked in the returned language list.

Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers

Trailers

AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

34 achievements in total.

Show selected achievements (may contain spoilers)
Tricks of the TradeHidden achievement
Guns, Lots of GunsAchievement
Babe Got BatAchievement
S’all in the CardsAchievement
So, Whodunit?Achievement
Burdens of Blue BettyAchievement
Comic ReliefAchievement
Dime Novel SleuthAchievement
Extra! Extra!Achievement
Misfortunes of the Missing MagicianAchievement

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36 developer announcements, Dec 2023 to Aug 2026 · times in UTC

August

  1. Two Hard-Boiled Private Detectives Join Forces!

    Detectives,We are very excited to announce that we have partnered up with New Blood Interactive to celebrate ‘Fallen Aces - Episode 2: Shadow of Death’ by bringing you the ‘Of Mice and Mobsters’ Steam bundle!In this Fallen Aces x MOUSE…

    lahTay

July

  1. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Patch v1.2.2

    Detectives, We just released a patch for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on Steam! Patch v1.2.2 introduces a range of bug fixes and improvements, addressing gameplay, progression, stability, UI, localisation, controls/input, and other issues. Some of…

    lahTay
  2. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Update v1.2.1 (Steam)

    Detectives,We just released our biggest update yet for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on Steam. Update v1.2.1 introduces the highly requested Level Revisit feature, which provides the ability to replay previously completed levels, allowing you to…

    Jonny PlaySide

June

  1. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Now 20% Off Until July 9, 2026

    Detectives,MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is kicking off the summer sale early with a 20% discount on Steam for the standalone version of the game! The pre-sale begins today and continues throughout the Steam Summer Sale, ending on Thursday, July 9th…

    Jonny PlaySide
  2. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Patch v1.1.0

    Detectives,We just released our biggest Patch yet for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on Steam.This update implements a range of quality of life improvements, including Alpha Widescreen support on PC, improved performance and optimization, full…

    Jonny PlaySide

April

  1. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Accolades Trailer

    Detectives,Today we celebrate the successful launch of MOUSE: P.I. For Hire with an action-packed Accolades Trailer. This brand new trailer showcases just a handful of the critic reviews for the game, all of which praise the title for its…

    Jonny PlaySide
  2. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Hotfix v1.0.6

    Detectives,Today we are releasing a Hotfix for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on Steam to address a small range of issues, like improved quest handling and background process cleanup. Check out the full details below. Additionally, following this…

    Jonny PlaySide
  3. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Hotfix v1.0.5

    Detectives,Today we are releasing a Hotfix for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on Steam to address a range of issues and make improvements, like fixing instances of players getting stuck and issues with some quests. Check out the full details…

    Jonny PlaySide
  4. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Hotfix v1.0.4

    Detectives,Today we are releasing a Hotfix for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on Steam to address a range of issues and make improvements, like adding WASD key rebinding and fixing bugged achievements! Check out the full details below.Have a…

    Jonny PlaySide
  5. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Hotfix v1.0.3

    Detectives,Today we are releasing a Hotfix for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on Steam to address a specific crash and blocker. Check out the details below.Stay sharp!Hotfix v1.0.3Steam:Build ID: 22849803Fixes & ImprovementsResolved a crash for Steam…

    Jonny PlaySide
  6. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Steam Trading Cards and Points Shop

    Detectives,We are excited to announce that official MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Steam Trading Cards and Points Shop items are now available!By sleuthing the streets of Mouseburg and conducting your investigation, you will now earn Trading Cards on…

    Jonny PlaySide
  7. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Hotfix v1.0.1

    Detectives,Today we are releasing a Hotfix for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on Steam to address a range of issues. Check out all the details below. Happy investigating!Hotfix v1.0.1Steam:Build ID: 22814717Fixes & ImprovementsResolved a graphical…

    Jonny PlaySide
  8. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Out Now!

    Detectives,It is time to pop open the fondue!MOUSE: P.I. For Hire has launched today and you can now hit the corrupt streets of Mouseburg on Steam for just USD $29.99. A Digital Deluxe Edition is also available for USD $39.99, which…

    Jonny PlaySide
  9. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Cinematic Trailer

    Detectives,Today we roll out the black and white carpet by debuting the Official Cinematic Trailer for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire. This brand new gameplay footage showcases the opening cutscene for the game, wherein the main protagonist, Jack…

    Jonny PlaySide
  10. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is Steam Deck Verified

    Detectives,You have asked and we delivered.Yes, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is fully verified as Steam Deck Compatible!Get your Steam Decks ready for a black and white adventure like no other.

    Jonny PlaySide
  11. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Meet The Cast

    Detectives,Today we unveil the curtain on the main cast of characters in MOUSE: P.I. For Hire.In our all-new "Meet The Cast" Trailer, hear directly from the talent who brought these eclectic characters to life, starring Troy Baker as Jack…

    Jonny PlaySide
  12. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Launch Trailer

    Detectives,Today we published the climactic Launch Trailer for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire ahead of our release on April 16, 2026.This epic new trailer showcases the entire package that is MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, from the action-packed combat to the…

    Jonny PlaySide

March

  1. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - The Music of MOUSE

    Detectives, We have an un-brie-lievable announcement for you in the lead up to the launch of MOUSE: P.I. For Hire!Original Game SoundtrackThe music of MOUSE is set to come alive with the upcoming release of the jazz-soaked Original Game…

    playside-gaming
  2. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Pre-Purchases and Digital Deluxe Edition

    Detectives,After recently announcing a new launch date of April 16, 2026 for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, we have even more news hot off the press!You can now pre-purchase MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on Steam from today, with the Standard Edition being…

    playside-gaming
  3. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Early Preview Impressions

    Detectives, Mouseburg is stirring and the city has had a number of visitors recently! In the lead up to the launch of MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on 16 April 2026, we called in some sharp eyed sleuths, journalists and creators from across the…

    playside-gaming
  4. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire x Insert Coin

    We are so excited to reveal that we are tinkering away in Tammy's workshop with Insert Coin to bring you something special. Keep an eye out for more news in the coming weeks...

    zoe
  5. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire will be $29.99 USD.

    MOUSE: P.I. For Hire will be $29.99 USD.It features 12 to 20 hours of gameplay, depending on how you play

    zoe

February

  1. Meet The Next Big Bad - Robo-Betty Boss Fight Reveal

    Detectives,We are back with a brie-lliant new gameplay trailer, serving up a first look at one of the unique boss battles waiting for you in MOUSE: P.I. For Hire.Revealed during Convergence Showcase, this reveal shines the spotlight on…

    playside-gaming
  2. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire x IGN First

    We are excited to announce that the next IGN First Game is... MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Look forward to some exclusive new content on IGN channels throughout the month of February, ahead of our launch on 19 March!

    zoe

October

  1. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - A Deep Dive Documentary

    We are incredibly excited to share the official Deep Dive Documentary into MOUSE: P.I. For Hire! Inspired by the cartoons your grandparents probably watched, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is a hand-crafted video game like you have never experienced…

    zoe
  2. HOT OFF THE PRESS - IT'S A DATE!

    Today at the Galaxies Gaming Showcase, we announced that MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is releasing on 19 March 2026. “We are very excited to share our game, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, with fans across the world on 19 March 2026”, says Mateusz Michalak…

    Megzatron

June

  1. Troy Baker is Jack Pepper | Summer Game Fest Trailer

    We are excited to announce that globally renowned actor Troy Baker (known for his performances in The Last of Us, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, BioShock Infinite, and more) has been cast as the leading character in MOUSE: P.I. For…

    Jonny PlaySide
  2. News This Week From Mouseburg

    {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44082804/fafba154e6833983f555044b315f1ac4cd335a0f.png Hey everyone, We have some exciting news to share about MOUSE: P.I. For Hire in the coming week, but we want to clarify ahead of time that this will not include our…

    Jonny PlaySide

April

  1. ‘Experimental Weapons’ Trailer Reveals Brand-New Arsenal!

    Courtesy of the fine folks at SPIKE-D, a brand-new set of weapons has just been revealed for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire. Stock is extremely limited, so check out the trailer below and order now! Live out your sci-fi dreams with these…

    Megzatron

October

  1. Extra! Extra! A brand new trailer!

    A clue; a lead; what more could a Mouse Detective want? How about a new gameplay trailer reveal? Eureka! Our latest gameplay trailer reveals more of our handcrafted gameplay, as you step into the paws of Private Investigator Jack Pepper on…

    Lismeal

August

  1. Join P.I. Pepper for his next investigation in Mouseburg

    We’re beyond excited to finally reveal the official title for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - and our brand new trailer, which - as always - showcases some of our recent development progress on the game! Our latest trailer begins to scratch the…

    Lismeal [PlaySide]

April

  1. Nothing says YOU more than a can of healthy spinach!

    {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44082804/4c0178c967ec1c728b1b75903e3ec0ce68f45e0f.png We’re incredibly excited to share some of the latest MOUSE gameplay systems and mechanics in development - revealed today during the Triple-i Initiative Showcase! “In…

    Elissa [PlaySide]

December

  1. MOUSE in 2025!

    Everything you see here is 100% TRUE (and we're constantly hard working on it) {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44082804/e8ea1b5560e150d401618e5fbd78bfb7ec2941f0.png We're still discussing on final MOUSE release date, but 2025 is one to go! (which is…

    Fumi Games

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