This page collects the main confirmed answers from the developer FAQ, the Steam page, and official trailers.
Release and platforms
When does MOUSE: P.I. For Hire release?
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire released digitally on April 16, 2026 for PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S. Physical console editions follow later on July 10, 2026.
What platforms is MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on?
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is live on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S. The current FAQ says previous-generation console details will be revealed later, so there is still no live PS4, Xbox One, or original Nintendo Switch release to point to today.
Does the Xbox version support Xbox Play Anywhere?
Yes. The developer FAQ confirms Xbox Play Anywhere support, so one Xbox purchase also gives access on Windows PC with synced progress between the two.
Steam Deck, Game Pass, and specs
Is MOUSE: P.I. For Hire on Steam Deck?
The developer FAQ says the game is "fully verified as Steam Deck Compatible for launch." That is the clearest current compatibility wording to use.
Is MOUSE: P.I. For Hire coming to Xbox Game Pass?
No. The current official wording is: "MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is not planned to release on Xbox Game Pass at this stage." That leaves room for the future, but the answer right now is still no.
What are the PC requirements?
The public PC requirement we can verify today is 11 GB of storage on Windows. Minimum OS is Windows 10 64-bit, recommended OS is Windows 11, and there is no native macOS or Linux build.
Price, editions, and physical release
What languages does MOUSE: P.I. For Hire support?
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire has full English voice acting and in-game text. Subtitle and interface translations are confirmed for English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, and Ukrainian.
Does MOUSE: P.I. For Hire support mouse controls on Nintendo Switch 2?
Yes. The developer FAQ explicitly says MOUSE: P.I. For Hire fully supports mouse controls on Nintendo Switch 2.
How much does MOUSE: P.I. For Hire cost?
On Steam, the Standard Edition is $29.99 USD and the Digital Deluxe Edition is $39.99 USD. Regional pricing depends on your storefront.
Cast, campaign, and feature scope
What's in the Digital Deluxe Edition?
Officially confirmed contents are the base game, access to the first DLC expansion, the original soundtrack, and a digital comic book. Nothing official mentions an art book or season pass.
Is there a physical edition?
Not yet. The developer FAQ confirms two console physical editions arriving on July 10, 2026.
What is the Mouseburg Edition?
The premium physical Mouseburg Edition includes the base game, a 7-inch vinyl with four soundtrack tracks, a double-sided Mouseburg map and Micer pistol poster, a printed comic book with sticker sheets, 33 Mouseburg Baseball trading cards, and three postcards. It does not include the first DLC expansion.
Who voices Jack Pepper?
Troy Baker voices Jack Pepper. That is confirmed by the official trailer focused on the cast reveal.
Who composed the soundtrack?
The soundtrack is composed by Patryk Scelina. The official FAQ also confirms an additional track, "Good Mouse," from Caravan Palace.
How long is the campaign?
The developer FAQ currently estimates "12 to 20 hours of gameplay, depending on how you play". A completionist run currently looks closer to about 25 hours based on post-launch play data.
Does MOUSE: P.I. For Hire have multiplayer?
No. The developer FAQ is explicit that "MOUSE: P.I. For Hire is a single-player game and will not support multiplayer or online play." This is a single-player game.
Can you turn off licensed music for streaming?
Yes. The official FAQ says the game includes an in-game setting that turns off licensed music, which is meant to make live streaming and video uploads easier.
Will MOUSE: P.I. For Hire get a demo?
No demo is planned. The official FAQ says the team is focused on the full release.