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For Hire. Players can now secure physical copies for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2, alongside a release for PC. The developer confirmed that these physical runs are "extremely limited" and are currently available through the official store.
Physical Editions and Pricing Structure
For Hire. The Standard Edition is available for PlayStation 5 at €29.99 and for the Nintendo Switch 2 at €44.99.
For collectors, the "Mouseburg Deluxe Edition" includes additional physical items and varies in price by platform:
- PC: €49.99 (includes a Steam code)
- PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X: €54.99 (includes physical disc)
- Nintendo Switch 2: €59.99
According to Fumi Games, the Deluxe Edition includes a 7-inch vinyl record featuring four tracks from the official soundtrack by composer Patryk Scelina, including an exclusive track by the jazz group Caravan Palace. Additional physical bonuses include a 340 mm × 340 mm double-sided poster featuring a map of Mouseburg and a schematic of the protagonist Jack Pepper’s "Micer" pistol. The package also contains a printed comic book, two sticker sheets, 33 "Mouseburg" baseball trading cards, and three premium postcards.
Aesthetic and Technical Context
Mouse: P.I. For Hire is notable for its use of the "rubber hose" animation style, a visual technique popularized by early 1930s cartoons. The developer, Fumi Games, utilizes this black-and-white noir aesthetic to distinguish the title within the shooter genre, drawing stylistic comparisons to other indie titles like Cuphead.
Recent technical updates from the developer have introduced performance improvements, including the addition of a 40-fps mode and a level-replay function to streamline the gameplay experience.
Digital Deluxe Content
Players who opt for the Digital Deluxe Edition receive a separate set of perks. These include the official digital soundtrack, a digital copy of the comic book, and guaranteed access to the game’s first DLC expansion, which is slated for release at a later date.
Key Takeaways
- Platform Availability: Physical copies are available for PS5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2.
- Limited Supply: The developer has stated that physical production runs are strictly limited.
- Collector Content: The Deluxe Edition includes physical memorabilia, such as a 7-inch vinyl record and a comic book.
- Gameplay Updates: The game recently received a patch adding a 40-fps performance mode and a level-replay system.
Interested buyers can manage their pre-orders directly through the official Fumi Games store page.