MOUSE: P.I. For Hire — patch notes and updates
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| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Accolades Trailer | 2026-04-29 | 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 gameplay, art direction, music, design, and everything in between.With both Metacritic and OpenCritic scores of 81, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire has been burning up the review charts as one of the highest-rated titles this year. GameSpot stated that it is “an endlessly charming game that I found a joy to simply behold”, GameRant expressed that the game “absolutely oozes charm in its narrative and gameplay”, and both |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Hotfix v1.0.6 | 2026-04-25 | 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 Hotfix, we will shift to begin work on our first major Patch, releasing in the coming weeks. We wanted to ensure this Hotfix went out before the weekend to resolve these issues that players were facing.Brie good!Hotfix v1.0.6Steam:Build ID: 22923861Fixes & ImprovementsImproved quest handling to reduce cases where players may not have an active quest and find themselves soft-locked.Improved background process c |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Hotfix v1.0.5 | 2026-04-20 | 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 below.Cheese out!Hotfix v1.0.5Steam:Build ID: 22862861Fixes & ImprovementsResolved a black screen hang that some PC players could experience.FPS will now save correctly between sessions on PC and PC Handhelds.Players will now no longer get stuck on the 6 door sequence in the “Tinsel Ave.” level.Players will now no longer be able to get stuck in certain geometry in the “Wallop Bay” level.The NPC character from the S |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Hotfix v1.0.4 | 2026-04-19 | 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 brielliant day!Hotfix v1.0.4Steam:Build ID: 22852168Fixes & ImprovementsResolved a crash for Steam players that could occur when booting up the game.Key rebinding now allows rebinding for WASD keys.Resolved an issue where players could find themselves in a loop when trying to accept Gamepad rebindings.Added the ability for players to also opt-out of data and analytics tracking in the Settings Menu, not just in the |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Hotfix v1.0.3 | 2026-04-18 | 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 players that could occur when booting up the game.Fixed a blocker in Curdsville that was preventing some players from progressing. |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Steam Trading Cards and Points Shop | 2026-04-18 | 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 Steam. After collecting the full set of Trading Cards, you will also unlock the ability to craft exclusive Steam Profile Badges and become Mouseburg’s finest super sleuth!Additionally, if you have extra Steam Points burning a hole in your trench coat, head over to the Points Shop to deck out your profile with brand-new goodies. The shop is now open and includes:Profile BackgroundsEmoticonsA Steam Deck Star |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Hotfix v1.0.1 | 2026-04-16 | 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 issue in “The Reel Deal” that could previously prevent players from progressing due to a black screen when lens distortion is disabled.Fixed a collision issue in the “Mouseburg Opera” mini-boss arena to prevent players from getting stuck on the environment.Corrected a logic error in “Far Wetlands” where the “No Entry Yet” door could fail to open after all enemies were defeated.Improved enemy pathfinding in “Q |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Out Now! | 2026-04-16 | 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 includes the base game, access to the first DLC expansion (releasing at a later date), the full Original Game Soundtrack (OST) and a digital comic book.Take a peek at the Out Now Trailer here:And to celebrate our launch, here is a message from the CEO and Founder of Fumi Games, Mateusz Michalak, on behalf of the entire team:“When we first shared the concept video of a 1930s cartoon video game that was also a first |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Cinematic Trailer | 2026-04-15 | 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 Pepper, receives a tip on a mysterious lead and gets assigned his very first case.Globally renowned actor Troy Baker (known for his performances in The Last of Us, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, BioShock Infinite, and more) stars as the main cheese himself. Staying true to the game’s black and white rubber hose visuals, every single cutscene in MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is hand-drawn, delivering a striking vin |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is Steam Deck Verified | 2026-04-13 | 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. |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Meet The Cast | 2026-04-10 | 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 Pepper, Florian Clare as Wanda Fuller, Camryn Grimes as Tammy Tumbler, Fred Tatasciore as John Brown, and Frank Todaro as Cornelius Stilton. The Mouseburg crew also share the inspirations behind the voices of their characters and their favorite moments in the recording booth, before closing with a message ahead of our launch on April 16, 2026.Troy Baker leads the charge as the extra sharp main protagonist Ja |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Launch Trailer | 2026-04-08 | 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 noir-fueled detective story, diverse cartoon environments, original jazz tunes and so much more. Starring the iconic Troy Baker as Private Investigator Jack Pepper, you must clear the streets of Mouseburg from crooked cops and heavily armed gangs in order to get to the bottom of the corruption, kidnapping and murder plaguing the city.The trailer also gives a fresh look at the other features that MOUSE: P.I |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - The Music of MOUSE | 2026-03-31 | 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 Soundtrack (OST). With both a digital and physical release thanks to Mondo, the OST features original tunes from composer Patryk Scelina, plus a brand-new track created for the game by Parisian high-voltage jazz powerhouses Caravan Palace!As seen in our new behind the scenes video, the soundtrack was recorded live and on-site across sessions in Georgia and Poland. The game’s core sound is rooted in the big ban |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Pre-Purchases and Digital Deluxe Edition | 2026-03-24 | 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 available for USD $29.99.We also have a Digital Deluxe Edition on Steam, available for USD $39.99. This will include:The base gameAccess to the first DLC expansion (releasing at a later date)The full Original Game Soundtrack (OST), featuring original tunes from composer Patryk Scelina, plus a piece by electro swing icons, Caravan PalaceA digital Comic BookPre-purchases for both the Digital Deluxe and Standar |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Early Preview Impressions | 2026-03-17 | 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 world to start cracking the case with an early hands-on preview.Check out this roundup of their coverage below as they uncover the surprises lurking beneath the game’s rubber hose exterior. With cases to solve, secrets to find and lots of enemies to shoot, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is shaping up to be an experience you will never forget!IGN“MOUSE: P.I. for Hire isn’t just all sizzle. There is plenty of steak there t |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire x Insert Coin | 2026-03-12 | 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... |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire will be $29.99 USD. | 2026-03-05 | MOUSE: P.I. For Hire will be $29.99 USD.It features 12 to 20 hours of gameplay, depending on how you play |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire will now launch on 16 April 2026 | 2026-02-23 | |
| Meet The Next Big Bad - Robo-Betty Boss Fight Reveal | 2026-02-19 | 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 Robo-Betty, a boss lurking deep beneath Mouseburg in a secret laboratory.But this isn’t just a quick scrap! We won’t reveal exactly why yet, but Robo-Betty’s battle unfolds across an epic three-stage fight that ramps up the challenge at every turn. Each new phase introduces new abilities and upgrades to her arsenal, so you will need to stay on your toes and utilise all the cartoon weapons at Jack Pepper’s dispo |
| MOUSE: P.I. For Hire x IGN First | 2026-02-01 | 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! |