Being a Hero is Easy. Managing Them is a Nightmare.
What happens when you take the high-stakes world of superheroes and mash it with the soul-crushing mundanity of middle management? You get ‘Dispatch,’ a brilliant and bizarre new narrative adventure that looks like a hilarious blend of ‘The Office’ and ‘The Boys’. Coming from AdHoc Studio-a team founded by veterans of Telltale Games-this is a story where you’re not the one flying through the air; you’re the one on the phone, trying to figure out which D-list hero is least likely to cause a major international incident while stopping a bank robbery.
With a star-studded cast and a unique episodic release schedule, ‘Dispatch’ is shaping up to be one of the most original games of the year. The final hype trailer just dropped, giving us one last look before the first episodes launch on October 22nd.
Your Job: Professional Superhero-Wrangler
In ‘Dispatch,’ you play as Robert Robertson (voiced by the incredible Aaron Paul), a once-great superhero known as Mecha Man who is now stuck on desk duty while his suit gets repaired. Your new job? Acting as the dispatcher for an unorthodox team of “rehabilitated” ex-villains who are now trying their hand at heroism. The gameplay is a fascinating mix of time-management simulation and narrative-driven choices.
From your desk, you’ll manage a crisis map, sending your dysfunctional heroes out to tackle emergencies. The challenge lies in matching their unique skills (and massive personality flaws) to the right situation. Send the wrong hero, and you could make things a lot worse. Between crises, you’ll navigate office politics, deal with difficult coworkers (one of whom might be a giant bat), and quietly nurse your own plans for revenge. Based on the demo, the gameplay has been compared to the ‘This is the Police’ series, but with the signature dialogue choices and branching narratives that made Telltale famous.
A Cast That’s More Than Super
AdHoc Studio has assembled an absolutely stacked voice cast to bring this chaotic workplace to life. Alongside Aaron Paul (‘Breaking Bad’) as the beleaguered protagonist, the game features:
- Jeffrey Wright (‘Westworld’, ‘The Batman’): Bringing his signature gravitas to the world.
- Laura Bailey (‘The Last of Us Part II’, ‘Critical Role’): A legend in the voice acting world.
- Seán McLoughlin (jacksepticeye): The popular YouTuber lends his voice to the cast, adding another layer of fan excitement.
This level of talent ensures that the dark humor and emotional moments will land with a punch, making the story as compelling as the gameplay.
The Return of Episodic Gaming
In a throwback to the classic Telltale model, ‘Dispatch’ will be released in weekly episodes, like a TV show. The first two episodes will drop on October 22, with two more releasing each week until the season finale on November 12. This approach has sparked a lot of discussion in the community. Some players plan to wait and binge the whole season at once, while others are excited for the return of week-to-week speculation and community discussion. It’s a bold move that could make the game’s release feel like a genuine cultural event.
FAQs
1. What is ‘Dispatch’?
‘Dispatch’ is a narrative-driven adventure game where you play as a dispatcher managing a team of dysfunctional superheroes. It combines time-management simulation with choice-based storytelling.
2. Who is making the game?
It’s developed by AdHoc Studio, a team founded by former developers from Telltale Games, known for titles like ‘The Walking Dead’ and ‘The Wolf Among Us’.
3. When is the release date?
The first two episodes of ‘Dispatch’ will be released on October 22, 2025.
4. What is the release schedule?
‘Dispatch’ is an episodic game. After the initial launch, two new episodes will be released each week, concluding with the finale on November 12, 2025.
5. What platforms will ‘Dispatch’ be on?
It will be available on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam.
6. Who is in the voice cast?
The game features a star-studded cast, including Aaron Paul, Jeffrey Wright, Laura Bailey, and Seán McLoughlin (jacksepticeye).
Conclusion
‘Dispatch’ is shaping up to be a breath of fresh air in the superhero genre. It cleverly shifts the focus from the capes and tights to the poor soul who has to manage them, creating a premise ripe for dark comedy and compelling drama. With a talented team of writers, a phenomenal voice cast, and a unique release strategy, this is one appointment you won’t want to miss. Get ready to clock in for the weirdest desk job of your life.