The worlds of Super Meat Boy Forever and Mouse: P.I. For Hire are set to collide in the latest indie game crossover. The titular mouse detective from Fumi Games' noir-inspired title has been reimagined as a cube-like character to navigate the perilous, sawblade-filled environments of Super Meat Boy Forever. When playing as the mouse, the game's visuals shift to black and white, mirroring the aesthetic of Mouse: P.I. For Hire.
This collaboration follows a trend of unexpected team-ups within the indie game scene. Super Meat Boy has a history of crossover appearances, notably in the Bit.Trip series, and its own creator, Edmund McMillen, has featured other indie characters in his games.
Super Meat Boy Forever, developed by Team Meat, has received a "Very Positive" rating on Steam. While an initial impression noted a lack of a distinct "vibe" compared to previous Super Meat Boy titles, the core platforming and jumping mechanics were still considered strong. Meanwhile, Mouse: P.I. For Hire was praised in a review as a "bona fide classic" with an art style that is more than just eye-catching.
The exact nature of how Super Meat Boy would fit into the narrative of Mouse: P.I. For Hire remains to be seen, though the former's penchant for explosive deaths might provide a straightforward answer.