Mouse: P.I. For Hire – Mouseburg Edition
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The mouse P.I. for hire from Mouse: P.I. For Hire joins the meat boy from Super Meat Boy 3D in gaming's latest…
Super Meat Boy Forever and Mouse: P.I. For Hire are collaborating, with the titular mouse detective from Mouse: P.I. For Hire appearing as a playable character in Super Meat Boy Forever. This indie crossover is noted for its humorous incongruity and shared cartoony, gore-slick aesthetic.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 23: Epic Games Halloween Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals feature a variety of Halloween sales from major digital storefronts including the Epic Games Store, Steam, Green Man Gaming, GOG.com, and Fanatical. Discounts are available on numerous titles, with special bundles and free games also highlighted across platforms like Amazon Luna.
Super Meat Boy 3D reveals Mouse: P.I. For Hire collaboration update, out today
Super Meat Boy 3D has released a new update today, introducing a collaboration with Fumi Games' "Mouse: P.I. For Hire." The update adds Jack Pepper as a playable character, along with DLSS and FSR support, and various quality-of-life improvements. Both Fumi Games and Sluggerfly expressed excitement for the crossover, highlighting the noir aesthetic brought into Super Meat Boy 3D.
Mina the Hollower & Mouse: P.I. For Hire have come together in a squeaky-clean bundle
Yacht Club Games has announced new Steam bundles featuring popular indie titles. A bundle includes Mina the Hollower and Mouse: P.I. For Hire with a 15% discount, while other bundles pair Mina with Animal Well and Axiom Verge with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove.
State of Indie 2026 Part 2: Economics and Pricing
Indie games generated between $3 billion and $4 billion in revenue in 2025, a significant increase from previous years, though their growth rate lagged behind the overall industry. The article examines the evolving economics of indie development, highlighting the rise of mid-tier developers with games priced between $20 and $60, and the continued success of ultra-budget titles targeting younger audiences.
2026 is the best year ever for video games and GTA 6 isn’t even out yet - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that 2026 will be the best year for video games, despite industry challenges, citing a packed release schedule including titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 and Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee Remastered. The author highlights numerous anticipated games across various genres and platforms, suggesting a peak in gaming quality.
Jimothy, a particularly round raccoon and the internet's latest sensation, has now broken into games
Jimothy, a round raccoon that has gone viral online, is now being featured in various video games. Titles like World of Warcraft, RuneScape, Dead by Daylight, Mouse: P.I. For Hire, The Sims, and Halo have created renders or in-game depictions of the popular animal. The article speculates that Fortnite might also feature Jimothy in the future.
UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life and Pokemon Pokopia lead for Nintendo
The UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026, shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia holding strong in the top five. Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced leads the chart, followed by EA Sports FC 26 and 007 First Light. New releases are quiet, with Splatoon Raiders anticipated soon.
Mouse: P.I. For Hire sales surpass one million
Mouse: P.I. For Hire has sold over one million copies across all platforms less than three months after its April 16, 2026 launch. Sales are evenly split between PC (Steam) and consoles, with the Nintendo Switch 2 also available. Fumi Games CEO Mateusz Michalak expressed gratitude to the community and highlighted upcoming content including a Story DLC and physical editions.
UK software sales chart for the week ending July 11, 2026 – physical Mouse: P.I. For Hire debuts
The UK software sales chart for the week ending July 11, 2026, shows Mouse: P.I. For Hire debuting at #7. The physical version's sales were primarily on PlayStation 5, followed by Nintendo Switch. Nintendo titles like Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Mario Kart World also performed well, appearing high on the chart.
Mouse: P.I. for Hire gets a new 40fps mode
Mouse: P.I. for Hire has received an update to Version 1.2.0, introducing a new 'Balanced Mode'. This mode allows players to experience the game at a smoother 40 frames per second while maintaining visual fidelity.
Mouse: P.I. for Hire 1.2.0 update out now, patch notes – uncapped VRR, 40 FPS mode, Level Revisit, more
Mouse: P.I. for Hire has received a significant update, version 1.2.0, introducing features like Level Revisit and a new 40 FPS 'Balanced' graphics mode for the Nintendo Switch. The update also includes uncapped Variable Refresh Rate support, performance optimizations, and numerous bug fixes across gameplay, visuals, and audio.
10 Best Games of 2026 So Far
This article ranks the top 10 video games released in the first half of 2026. Titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Crimson Desert, and Forza Horizon 6 are highlighted for their innovative gameplay, compelling stories, and impressive visuals. The list also features LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Mouse: P.I. For Hire, Pragmata, Saros, Nioh 3, 007 First Light, and Pokémon Pokopia.
Famitsu review scores – July 5, 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Groove and more
Famitsu has released its latest review scores for the week of July 5, 2026, featuring Rhythm Heaven Groove, Crazy Chain: Elpis no Kusari, Magical Girl Witch Trials, and Mouse: P.I. For Hire. Each game received scores from four editors, contributing to a total out of 40 points.
Nintendo pre-order updates – June 21, 2026 – Blue Prince, Layers of Fear, My Hero Academia, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video games available for pre-order across various retailers for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. It details release dates, platforms, and specific editions for numerous titles, including new releases and upcoming expansions.
Analyzing Mouse: P.I. For Hire's audacious worldbuilding - Narrative Notebook #4
This analysis delves into the ambitious worldbuilding of Fumi Games' debut title, Mouse: P.I. For Hire. The article examines how the game blends a 1920s rubber hose animation style with noir and cosmic horror elements, exploring the developers' intent to create a rich narrative despite its 'boomer shooter' gameplay roots. It also discusses the game's controversial attempts to incorporate real-world political commentary, particularly concerning fascism and minority representation, and how these elements sometimes fall short.
Nintendo pre-order updates – June 14, 2026 – Fire Emblem, Kingdom Hearts, Orbitals, Switch Sports Resort, Xenoblade, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across the United States, Canada, and the UK for the week of June 14, 2026. It details upcoming game releases, amiibo figures, books, and other merchandise for platforms including the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2.
Nintendo pre-order updates – June 7, 2026 – Rayman Legends Retold, Toy Story, more
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for the week of June 7, 2026, detailing upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2. The list includes a variety of games such as Rayman Legends Retold, Toy Story: Retro Roundup, and Splatoon Raiders, alongside amiibo and book releases across North America, Canada, and the UK.
Feature: Nintendo Switch 2: Year One - Looking Back, How Would You Rate It So Far?
This article looks back at the first year of the Nintendo Switch 2, which launched in June 2025. It recaps the major game releases, including both new titles and enhanced versions of existing games, and discusses the challenges faced by Nintendo and the industry during this period. The piece also includes impressions from the editorial team and reader polls to gauge satisfaction with the console's debut year.
Mouse: P.I. for Hire 1.0.6 update out now on Nintendo Switch 2, patch notes
PlaySide and Fumi Games have released update 1.0.6 for Mouse: P.I. for Hire on Nintendo Switch. This update addresses various bug fixes, including crashes, menu sound distortion, and quest issues. A larger update is planned to introduce quality-of-life enhancements and further performance improvements.