AdHoc and Critical Role’s game Dispatch is a hilarious workplace comedy that gives gamers the chance to play it over and over again.
Dispatch, the collaborative interactive narrative from AdHoc Studio and Critical Role, immediately sets itself apart from other games, as you have never really played one like this before. It took me less than ten minutes to become completely addicted, and I found myself playing it over and over again so that I could explore different narrative paths.
The game’s premise is hilarious: imagine a group of super-powered misfits and reformed villains forced into the mundane, bureaucratic life of a call center. You play as Robert Robertson (yes that is his real name), who was once a hero himself but due to extenuating circumstances, was forced into a bit of a sabatical. He takes a job as a dispatcher, sending reformed supervillians out to help solve crimes and the like. The key to the game is to pick the right person for the job, which is often easier said than done.
What truly drives the experience is the incredible replayability offered by the branching narrative. Every time you play again, you can explore the various consequences of your choices, mixing and matching, making the possibilities seem endless.
On top of that, visually, the game is a feast. The animation is absolutely gorgeous. Honestly, its quality puts Dispatch on a level rarely seen in video games. This polish complements the chaotic charm of the Z-Team – a collection of profoundly flawed characters who are ultimately relatable. It is easy to find yourself invested in each one, and their respective story lines. Once again, making it almost impossible not to replay Dispatch over and over.
At the core, Dispatch embraces the powerful theme that redemption is possible. The player is tasked with guiding these lovable losers to do the right thing, making it a uniquely essential entry in the interactive genre.
About Dispatch
Dispatch is a superhero workplace comedy where choices matter. Manage a dysfunctional team of misfit heroes and strategize who to send to emergencies around the city, all while balancing office politics, personal relationships, and your own quest to become a hero.
Dispatch will be available to play on Steam October 22nd, 2025.
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