Mouse PI is one of the most highly anticipated indie games of 2025. Footage of the game released last year showcasing a 1930s cartoon style. Fans loved the idea of a first-person shooter in the classic animation style. Cuphead became a global phenomenon partly because of a similar art style. As the game nears its release, the developer has been giving out nuggets of information. The latest is making fans jump for joy. In a recent post on X, the developer promised the game would not feature any microtransactions.
Mouse PI Developer Says No To Microtransactions
Microtransactions are commonplace in the video game world today. Studios make a ton of money by offering various resources, skins, or other in-game collectibles. They aren’t necessarily popular with fans. No one likes feeling nickeled and dimed. Gamers spend money on the initial game but then feel like the developers are squeezing them for every available dollar. That won’t be the case with Mouse PI. The post on X was very clear.
The game will “NOT feature microtransactions.” The developers do promise an “awesome single-player, noir-fueled, guns-blazing FPS.” This is huge for fans who have already wishlisted the game on Steam. Whatever the price is will be the price players will pay. While the studio may develop additional downloadable content or maybe even sequels, players can rest assured they won’t sink hundreds of dollars into another game.
What Is This Game?
For those unfamiliar, Mouse PI is developed by Fumi Games and PlaySide Studios. The art style resembles that of Fleisher Studios, who rose to fame in the 1930s. This studio was the creator of the famous animated character Betty Boop, a pop culture icon today. Players take on the role of Jack Pepper, a private investigator in the corrupt city of Mouseburg. The official synopsis of the game gives a preview of what fans can expect.
“His journey starts with a seemingly cliché damsel in distress, but as P.I. Pepper begins to scratch the surface of Mouseburg’s seedy underbelly. His journey for justice quickly spirals into a complex web of intrigue, involving murder, corruption, and the unlikeliest of enemies.”
Footage of the game shows off some of the weapons and combat. The game isn’t overly violent, but it isn’t a game for kids. As Pepper shoots enemies, they often die in cartoonish ways. Weapons range from Tommy guns and shotguns to bazookas and over-the-top guns. It’s easy to see why fans are excited to get their hands on the game. It’s a story-driven first-person shooter that feels different from anything we’ve seen before.
Final Thoughts
There isn’t a release date yet however, we do know that the plan is to release the game this year. It will be available across all platforms, including PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Once it is released, expect to hear more about this game. Want to stay in the know? Head over to Steam and put this game on your wishlist! You can also follow the developer on social media for all updates as well.
