Odencat’s pixel art adventure Mousebusters has made its way to the Nintendo Switch and Xbox consoles, bringing with it a host of new content and quality of life improvements over the mobile version that preceded it. The console launched on June 25, 2026 with a launch discount available for the first week, giving players the opportunity to jump in at a discounted price on both platforms.
The premise is as charming as it is strange. Players take on the role of a protagonist who moves into an apartment complex and quickly turns into a mouse. Teaming up with a shadowy mentor known only as Chef, who provides a trusty ray gun for the occasion, the player must explore the building’s many rooms and confront the evil spirits lurking there. Combat comes in the form of EEBs, or exciting Exorcism Battles, in which players nullify incoming attacks while targeting enemy weak points. Difficulty options are included, which should make the experience welcoming for those less comfortable with action-oriented gameplay.
The console version is far from a simple port. Odencat redesigned the maps and locations to fit horizontal screen orientations, and added a range of new mini-games built around the concept of being a little mouse navigating a human world. Noodle cups, TVs, rhythm games and puzzles are all on the menu. The shooting mechanics have also been reworked to better utilize the larger screen, and the game has received an updated translation filled with new dialogue.
The critical reception was warm. Reviewers praised the game’s emotional storytelling, its distinctive sprite work, and its ability to balance light-hearted humor with something a little more heartfelt. Odencat founder Daigo Sato described the game as being as much about neighbors as it is about ghosts, addressing the small, quiet bonds between people who live close together without ever fully knowing each other. It’s the kind of premise that fits well with the game’s silly exterior.
Mousebusters is now available on Nintendo Switch and Xbox, as well as PC via Steam, with support for Steam Deck, Windows, Mac, and Linux. The PC version launched on June 11, 2026, ahead of the console release. The game is rated CIRC 7+ and costs $12.99. You can find the Xbox store page at xbox.com and the Nintendo eShop listing at nintendo.com. Press and streamers interested in cover codes can contact (email protected).
Frequently Asked Questions
What platforms is Mousebusters available on?
Mousebusters is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox and PC via Steam, with Steam Deck, Windows, Mac and Linux all supported. The PC version launched on June 11, 2026, followed by the console versions on June 25, 2026.
How much does Mousebusters cost?
Mousebusters is priced at $12.99. A launch discount is available for the first week of the console’s release on Nintendo Switch and Xbox.
What is Mousebusters about?
Mousebusters is a pixel art adventure in which the player character moves into an apartment complex and transforms into a mouse. Teaming up with a mentor called the Chief, players explore the building and exorcise evil spirits using a ray gun, completing various mini-games and challenges along the way.
Is Mousebusters suitable for young players?
Mousebusters is rated CIRC 7+ and the game includes adjustable difficulty options for its action sections, making it accessible to a wide range of players.
What’s new in the console version of Mousebusters compared to the mobile version?
The console version features redesigned maps for horizontal screens, new mouse-themed mini-games, redesigned shooting mechanics, and an updated translation with a significant amount of new dialogue.
