I ’m honestly surprised Disney has n’t tried anything here .
buff of Graeco-Roman 1930s cartoons are in for a treat with FPS MOUSE : P.I. For Hire . Developed by Fumi Games , this plot transports role player to a noir city dripping with atmosphere , where corruption runs rampant , and justice is in short provision .
But do n’t be befool by the dark , crime - mount street and serious undertones — the game ’s unparalleled visual expressive style , inspired by the safe hosiery animation of the early twentieth century , adds a bed of playful charm that ’s hard to balk .
In an exciting twist , MOUSE : P.I. For Hire is n’t just an FPS . The developers at Fumi Games have tissue in elements of Metroidvania , insure that player will experience a blending of intimate gunfight with unexampled , exploratory mechanic .
During an interview at Gamescom 2024 , Lead Producer Maciej Krzemien discussed the team ’s desire to make the game feel both “ familiar and overbold . ” This entail comprise classic FPS elements — like a diverse armoury of weapons and power - ups — while also premise feature that encourage geographic expedition and backtracking , which are hallmark of the Metroidvania musical genre .
One of the standout characteristic is P.I. Pepper ’s behind , which doubles as a grappling hook to snap up onto get around point . This grease monkey permit players to get through new summit and research previously untouchable areas .
Screenshot via Gamescom 2024 & Fumi Games
The levels in MOUSE : P.I. For Hire are designed to keep players on their toes . Some areas will be more additive , run you through a tightly craft narrative , while others will ramify out , volunteer multiple paths and hidden secrets . The developers are experimenting with unlike styles of grade design to see the game never feels repetitious .
In the biz ’s official title reveal trailer , devotee were give a sneak peek at some of these surroundings . The Marina , for model , once a bustling hub of patronage and commerce , now stands as a shadow of its former ego , simply full of criminal .
Despite all the exciting reveals , there ’s still a lot we do n’t know . Fumi Games is keeping smashed - lipped about the game ’s release engagement , though it ’s expect sometime in 2025 . Both Krzemien and CEO Mateusz Michalak have emphasized their commitment to perfecting the game before releasing anySteamdemos or Early Access variant . It ’s clear they desire to deliver a polished experience that survive up to the hype they ’ve create .
Screenshot via Gamescom 2024 & Fumi Games
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