PlaySide Studios and Fumi Games dropped a special treat for fans of noir shooters and vintage American animation alike, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire – A Deep Dive Documentary. This behind-the-scenes featurette pulls back the curtain on one of the most stylish indie projects in years, giving players an in-depth look at how the hand-crafted world of MOUSE P.I. For Hire came to life.
This amazing documentary, which can be viewed below, dives straight into the creative process behind the game’s distinct aesthetic. The developers at Fumi Games discuss how they’ve painstakingly recreated the “rubber hose” animation style that defined 1930s American cartoons; a hallmark of classic series like Betty Boop and Steamboat Willie. Every character, weapon, and motion is hand-drawn, frame by frame, resulting in a visual experience that feels authentic, nostalgic, and alive.
Watch this, and come away amazed like I was.
At the heart of MOUSE: P.I. For...
