70
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire has a great, unique rubberhose aesthetic, which does a lot of heavy lifting for the game. The DOOM-like mechanics are solid, albeit they do very little to differentiate the game from others in the series, and the balance is toned down to the point where even a newcomer to the genre should have an easy time progressing on the hardest difficulty. It isn’t a bad game in the slightest, but it relies a little too much on its visual uniqueness and doesn’t impress me much mechanically.
95
The world is well-imagined and the aesthetics are perfection, but the fact they’re all built around an absurdly fun first-person shooter makes this a game you absolutely need to play.
80
Mouse P.I. For Hire is one enjoyable and visually stunning video game. While it stumbles like a drunk on Tuesday night when it comes to enemy variety; it more than makes up for it with a stellar voice cast, some fun combat and genuinely laugh-out-loud side quest missions. The game may be on the easy side but don’t let that dissuade you, this is one case worth taking on gumshoe.
8
Mouse: P.I. For Hire me ha flipado, es una pasada. Lo que hay que destacar por encima de todo es la música, es una barbaridad, de lo mejor del juego. La jugabilidad es buenísima porque vas notando como mejoras poco a poco y el juego te va metiendo mecánicas nuevas para que no te aburras. El tema de las armas también está muy bien, son todas distintas entre sí y cada una sirve para una situación o una distancia diferente, así que tienes que ir cambiando.Sobre las animaciones de todo el juego, eso es un 10 sobre 10 directo. Es un trabajazo increíble y visualmente son una maravilla, de verdad que da gusto verlo. Además, el doblaje de Jack Pepper hecho por Troy Baker es una fantasía, le queda perfecto al personaje. La historia me parece que está bien explicada y me mola mucho el sistema de ir encontrando pistas para luego ponerlas en el cuadro de investigación; es algo entretenido, diferente y me gusta cómo **** juego intenta recrear las series y películas antiguas estando en blanco y negro, y la verdad que se disfruta muchísimo así, no le hace falta color. La duración para mí es perfecta, me ha llevado unas 15 horas haciendo todo. Por ponerle una pega, creo que un poco más de dificultad le habría venido bien, sobre todo en los jefes que se quedan algo flojos. Pero en general, es un 8 sólido.
6
A fun game with a real stylistic flair. I had a little trouble getting into the gameplay, but that's very personal and I'm sure it will appeal to many.
6
Credit to the animators and clear passion and attention to detail for the craft. I will admit the black and white presentation eventually dulled my appreciation, the one color sequence in this game is easily the best looking part. Gameplay and story were repetitive and I was glad to see credits roll.
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire
Released On:
Apr 16, 2026
Metascore
Generally Favorable
81
User score
Generally Favorable
8.3
My Score
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
81
86% Positive
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Apr 30, 2026
95
The world is well-imagined and the aesthetics are perfection, but the fact they’re all built around an absurdly fun first-person shooter makes this a game you absolutely need to play.
Apr 14, 2026
90
Mouse: P.I. for Hire is absolutely excellent. The presentation is stellar, with graphics that accomplish their goal of creating an interactive version of a 1930s cartoon. The soundtrack is good enough to convert players into fans of big band jazz. The shooting and platforming feel right, while the game clocks in at the right length. For fans of both shooting and action in general, Mouse: P.I. for Hire is a must-have title.
User score
Generally Favorable
8.3
81% Positive
311 Ratings
311 Ratings
12% Mixed
46 Ratings
46 Ratings
7% Negative
25 Ratings
25 Ratings
Apr 30, 2026
10
The best game ever ️️️️ the Story is smooth the characters is amazing the Music every thing
Apr 30, 2026
10
Mouse P.I. For Hire feels like a genuine love letter to the gaming community. It’s made by a talented group of developers who clearly care about digital art and about giving players something memorable. The game doesn’t need any hard selling; the art direction speaks for itself. It’s stylish, charming, and full of **** animations are hand made, and with that level of craftsmanship, I completely understand why there’s no ultra wide support. It’s an artistic limitation rather than a flaw, and it doesn’t take anything meaningful away from the experience. There are already PC mods that add ultra wide support, and the game looks fantastic with them. Even small visual tweaks, like changing the blood color to red, are available, and they add a fun bit of customization without breaking the game’s style. I genuinely wish them all the success in the world. They’ve set such a high bar that I’m sure it will be **** game runs great and is a joy to play. If you want something fun, unique, and unafraid to be a little silly, this is worth your time. The craftsmanship is obvious, and the whole experience reminds me of what gaming is supposed to be about.
Apr 14, 2026
85
Anyone who is into guns, crime fiction, and cheesy puns shouldn't miss Mouse: P.I. for Hire.
Apr 20, 2026
80
Mouse: P.I. is an experience that wins you over more with personality than with technical ambition—a first-person shooter that stands out thanks to a striking artistic identity, mature noir writing, and a sound design that works in perfect harmony with its visuals and narrative. The solid, immediate gunplay supports the entire structure without overshadowing the atmosphere, while Troy Baker’s performance becomes the emotional glue of a dark and compelling journey, making the game something of a cult favorite for those who love classic cinema, jazz, and stories of detectives worn down by their own world.
Apr 14, 2026
80
It may seem counterintuitive, but not all games live or die on gameplay. Experientially, games have evolved to be a diverse format, and often the most memorable elements are more esoteric than the raw mechanics. Rarely, however, is this the case for a shooter. But it is true for MOUSE: PI For Hire. A mechanically solid albeit mostly average FPS wrapped in a beautifully realised stylistic package with incredible commitment to the bit. MOUSE is a game that lives and dies on the charm in the art it evokes, and the references it is slavishly committed to. If you want to play a shooter that doesn’t take itself too seriously, you can do far worse.
Apr 14, 2026
75
Mouse: P.I. For Hire is a bombastic shooter with a charming cast and a gripping story. Sure, its gameplay is basically a carbon copy of Doom’s but with a 1930s rubber hose aesthetic. However, the execution is well done and it still has plenty of other aspects that differentiate itself. Jack isn’t going through Hell on Earth, but he’s determined to go to Hell and back to uncover the corrupt underbelly of Mouseburg.
Apr 14, 2026
60
Mouse: P.I. For Hire shows a deep love for animation of the era, but the gameplay and script lack the same level of care. A Gouda attempt, but nothing bleu me away. Cheesy in all the wrong ways.
Apr 28, 2026
10
Eu simplesmente amei este jogo
Não encontrei nenhum bug na minha jogatina (por mais que eu saiba que tenha alguns aí)
O estilo do jogo e a trilha sonora são impecáveis
Pelo o preço, R$90,00, eu acho que compensa bastante jogar ao menos uma vez
O cenário também é incrível na minha opinião
A única coisa que achei meio ruim foi a falta de novos PNJs nos combates, mas ainda sim gostei deles e do visual deles, cada boss é diferente um do outro
Ele também é bem longo, oque para mim é uma coisa muito positiva
Apr 21, 2026
7
Fun shooter with an interesting art style. Well produced and is a full game experience. Music is great, and the vocal performances are amazing. The fast paced shooting doesn't compliment the noir, detective, slow storytelling very well. Some might view that as an interesting idea, but I don't think it is as satisfying as it could be.
Apr 19, 2026
7
a very nice and very smooth game, although it's not necessarily my style, I gave it a try and I can say that I was quite pleasantly relaxed a 7
Apr 28, 2026
4
تاني خيبة أمل بعد re nostalgia
التكرار في اللعبة يقتل مافي اي نوع من أنواع التنويع و الأفكار مستهلكة
مافي اي ابداع ينذكر تصميم المراحل متشابه بشكل كبير الاوستات عادية
القصة سيئة الحوارات و النكت تحسها مبتذلة
والله الرسامين تعبوا على لعبة ما تستاهل
Apr 23, 2026
1
The story, dialogue, and writing overall is godawful. The gameplay is trite and boring. The enemies are lame. The characters and NPCs are lame. Music? Is there some in this game? Well, it's absolutely forgettable trash. The maps and mechanics are uninspired. Also, we do NOT need celebrities in video games. I need you all to stop jerking off VA's, please. This is ridiculous. Why do people need to obsess so much over actors? It's seems so insane and nonsensical to me.
SummaryStep into a world of cartoon animation and retro action-packed adventure in Mouse. Inspired by the best of 30s rubber hose animation and the classic noir style, this retro shooter is a story-driven experience that will take you on a thrilling journey through a dangerous and corrupt city. Armed with a variety of mid-century firearms and ... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
Platforms:
- PC
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X
- Nintendo Switch
- PlayStation 4
- Xbox One
- Nintendo Switch 2
Initial Release Date:Apr 16, 2026
Developer:
- Fumi Games
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