One of the more intriguing games announced during yesterday’s Xbox Partner Direct was a noir shooter inspired by a 1930s cartoon MOUSE: PI for rent. Now it has been revealed that the game will also arrive on the Nintendo Switch family of systems in 2025. In the game, you take on the role of private investigator Jack Pepper who uncovers a corrupt city full of crooks and dangers.
- Solve the mystery – Meet private investigator Jack Pepper, once a war hero, now a detective in a world where danger lurks in even the smallest mouse hole. His journey begins with a seemingly clichéd damsel in distress, but as PI Pepper begins to scratch the surface of Mouseburg’s tattered underbelly, his journey for justice quickly spirals into a complex web of intrigue, involving murder, corruption and the most unlikely of enemies.
- Power-ups for any play style – Discover and combine powerful upgrades with comical weapons to knock down, slash, stomp and blast enemies in creative and violent ways as Pepper traverses non-linear maps trying to prevent a corrupt politician from taking over. Enhance melee combat with a can of Spike-D Spinach, extend air travel with a helicopter, or even attach your mouse tail to a hook to quickly climb platforms and more!
- Lock, load and loot – From crackling guns to explosive firepower, every tool in Pepper’s arsenal is designed to bring out the grit of noir and cartoon chaos by using an array of classic yet creatively twisted weapons in epic battles and boss fights with comical defeats. Encounter a mischievous and troubled group of big bads as Pepper embarks on a harrowing journey to the dark side of town. Playful weapons and a distinctive health display, along with enemies that behave like cartoon characters, add a slight twist to traditional first-person shooter gameplay.
- City of danger – Explore the city’s diverse playground, from the dark city streets of Mouseburg, to the noir film studio and casinos, to the marina and docks, vast underground sewers and marshy swamps. Beware of what lies beneath the surface! Loot collectibles and clues, play mini-games and fight your way through urban cities, alleys and more.
