Mouse: P.I. For Hire

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Our Take

Seems fun if you love old-school cartoons mixed with FPS action. Steep at $29.99 without reviews.

Review

Mouse: P.I. For Hire mixes the nostalgic charm of 1930s animation with the intensity of a first-person shooter. The unique art style could be a draw for fans of classic cartoons, giving it a distinct identity. However, without a Metacritic score or known developer, there's uncertainty about the game's quality. At $29.99, it sits on the high end for indie games, which might be a hurdle without more reviews. The blend of genres is interesting, but buyer caution is advised until more details are available.

Pros

  • +Classic 1930's rubber hose animation style
  • +First person shooter mechanics
  • +Unique fusion of animation and action genres

Cons

  • -Developer unknown, could mean quality issues
  • -No Metacritic score to gauge critical reception
  • -Pricey for an indie game

Gameplay

You play as Jack Pepper, a private investigator, navigating a world inspired by 1930s cartoons. Shooting and action sequences in first person are core elements.

On Switch 2

Being a Switch 2 exclusive means it should be optimized for the platform, but performance specifics are unknown.

Who It's For

Players who love vintage animation aesthetics combined with first-person shooter gameplay.

About

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.

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Mouse: P.I. For Hire

3.7

User Rating

20 ratings

Release Date
16 Apr 2026
eShop Price
A$43.95AUD
Genres
ActionIndie
Publisher
PlaySide

Last updated Sep 21, 2026