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Mouse: P.I. for Hire made all its money back in a month, selling 730,000 copies in "stronger-than-expected" launch with 94% positive Steam reviews
Mouse: P.I. for Hire has achieved strong financial success, selling 730,000 copies across all platforms since its April 16 launch and recouping its development costs within a month. The game, described as a Cuphead-esque boomer shooter with 1930s animation-inspired visuals, has garnered a "Very Positive" rating on Steam with 94% positive reviews. Publisher PlaySide Studios noted that sales exceeded expectations, highlighting the strength of the intellectual property and player engagement.
Mouse: P.I. For Hire Is Selling Well And Bringing In The Cheese
PlaySide's game MOUSE: P.I. For Hire has achieved significant commercial success, selling 730,000 copies and generating $21.4 million in revenue, resulting in approximately $13 million in net profit. This performance has led PlaySide to upgrade its financial projections for the year, with console and PC sales each accounting for 50% of the total. The company's CEO expressed satisfaction with the IP's strength and player engagement across all platforms.
Mouse: P.I. For Hire Is an Official Indie Hit, Sells Better Than Expected
MOUSE: P.I. for Hire has sold over 730,000 copies since its launch, exceeding publisher PlayStack's expectations and allowing them to recoup all development and marketing costs. Sales are evenly split between consoles and PC, with three million wishlists indicating continued growth potential. This success has led PlayStack to increase its revenue projections for fiscal year 2026.
