MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, Destructoid's review - A wacky investigation that surprises with its finesse

According to Destructoid, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire stands out as a real surprise among indie projects. Beneath its black-and-white cartoon look lies a polished FPS that hits the mark, drawing generously from the great references of the arena shooter while weaving the thread of an investigative story around Jack Pepper, seasoned private eye.

The game places you in the 1930s, in a city on the edge of corruption where every investigation quickly turns into a bloodbath. What starts as a missing persons case gradually becomes more complex, with the investigation threads interconnected. The narrative remains gripping, forcing the player to explore the relationships between the different mysteries.

As for gameplay, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire excels at balancing chaotic combat with more intimate moments. By offering a genuinely varied arsenal, with classic weapons like the pistol and shotgun, as well as more exotic creations like the acid launcher, it fulfills the duty of integrating every weapon into the gameplay and encouraging the player to diversify their approach. To support this design philosophy, the level design is polished enough to blend in without cluttering the whole.

The author points out that the investigation mechanics slot in seamlessly at the heart of the game's fast-paced experience, favoring the alternation between exploration moments and direct confrontations. While combat can sometimes undermine the sense of cohesion, the overall package feels consistent and enjoyable. MOUSE: P.I. For Hire proves that a small studio can deliver a complete and memorable FPS, and that's Destructoid saying it!