MOUSE: P.I. For Hire - Game8
2026.04.15 MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is a first-person boomer shooter inspired by 1930s black and white cartoons, developed by Fumi Games and published by PlaySide.
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- Release status and dates: The game has seen a series of date changes. Most recent reporting places the launch around mid-April 2026, with a finalized target date of April 16, 2026 for multiple platforms including PC and consoles. This aligns with ongoing post-delay polishing efforts by the developers.[3][4][5]
- Platforms and presentation: It’s described as a noir-inspired, black-and-white FPS with 1930s cartoon aesthetics, aiming for a story-driven experience with fast-paced action and boss encounters.[2][7][3]
- Public reception and trailers: A launch trailer and several previews have highlighted the art style, animation quality, and gameplay variety, contributing to anticipation ahead of the release window.[5][7]
Illustrative timeline (summary)
- Initial 2025 plan → delayed for polish → rescheduled to April 16, 2026; preview materials emphasized noir vibe and cartoon visuals; launch trailer released in early April 2026.[2][3][5]
If you’d like, I can pull more precise dates from individual outlets or assemble a compact, cited timeline. Would you prefer a concise date table or a short narrative summary with citations?
Citations:
- DSOGaming: delay to April 16 and final PC requirements[1]
- Infinity Lab / Galaxies Gaming Showcase release details (March 19, 2026 planned)[2]
- EGW News / release date update to April 16[3]
- G2A / price and launch window after delay (April 16)[4]
- GamingTrend / launch trailer announcement and upcoming review date (April 16)[5]
- Game8 / summary of release date and delay context[7]