Latest Dispatch game updates, character deep dives, and community news.
2026-06-27Community
Dispatch Steam Summer Sale — 20% Off and 85% Positive Milestone
Dispatch is currently 20% off during the Steam Summer Sale, marking the deepest discount since the game's October 2025 launch. If you have been on the fence, this is the best price yet for AdHoc Studio's superhero workplace comedy. The sale coincides with a notable milestone: Dispatch has crossed 85% positive on Steam with over 3,000 reviews, a strong reception for a narrative-driven dispatch management game. Community sentiment analysis shows players consistently praise the writing quality (frequently compared favorably to Telltale's peak era), the surprising depth of the team dispatch assignment system, and standout voice performances for Invisigal and Malevola. The most common criticism remains episode length variance in the mid-game. For existing owners, the Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 bundle is still available at a combined 15% discount — two narrative tactical games paired together. AdHoc Studio continues to tease 'something bigger' for late summer 2026, though no official DLC announcement has been made yet.
2026-06-26Update
Patch 1.0.17470 Stability Fixes — Plus Clair Obscur Bundle
AdHoc Studio shipped Dispatch patch 1.0.17470 on June 17, focusing on stability improvements and minor bug fixes. Steam Deck players should notice smoother cutscene transitions — a long-standing issue where episode-5 flashback sequences would stutter on handheld hardware has been addressed. The patch also fixes a rare softlock when assigning Flambae and Invisigal to the same dispatch mission during episode 3's warehouse raid. In cross-promotion news, Dispatch is now bundled with Sandfall Interactive's Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on Steam — two narrative-driven tactical games paired at a 15% discount through the Steam Summer Sale. For existing players, there is no new story content in this patch, but AdHoc's social media has been teasing 'something bigger' for late summer 2026.
2026-06-25Community
Dispatch Hits 85% Positive on Steam — Player Reception Analysis After 8 Months
Eight months after its October 2025 launch, Dispatch has settled into a strong 85% positive rating on Steam with over 3,000 reviews. The superhero workplace comedy from AdHoc Studio (former Telltale developers) continues to draw players with its unique blend of branching narrative and tactical dispatch management. Community sentiment analysis reveals three recurring themes in positive reviews: the writing quality (frequently compared favorably to Telltale's best work), the surprising depth of the dispatch assignment system (players report discovering new team synergies even on third playthroughs), and the voice acting (with standout performances for Invisigal and Malevola). Common criticisms focus on episode length variance — some players wish episodes 4-6 were longer — and the lack of a New Game+ mode. AdHoc Studio has remained quiet on DLC plans but recently confirmed that a technical patch addressing save-file compatibility across platform updates is in development. For existing players, the replay value lies in exploring alternate dispatch choices: sending Blonde Blazer instead of Flambae to the museum heist, for example, unlocks entirely different dialogue trees and mission outcomes.
2026-06-23Guide
Invisigal Deep Dive — Best Builds & Team Synergies
Invisigal is easily the most misunderstood hero on the Z-Team. She looks like a one-trick stealth specialist, but in the right hands she's a mission-carrying powerhouse. Our complete Invisigal guide covers stats breakdown, best ability combos, ideal team pairings (Flambae, Sonar), worst matchups, and recommended dispatch assignments.
# FAQ
When was Dispatch last updated?
Dispatch launched on Xbox Summer Showcase 2025 with all platforms supported. AdHoc Studio continues to release patches and balance updates. Check this page for the latest news and update notes.
Are there plans for new characters in Dispatch?
AdHoc Studio has not announced DLC characters yet, but the game's popularity suggests future content is likely. Subscribe to our news feed for the latest announcements and character reveals.
Where can I find patch notes for Dispatch?
Official patch notes are posted on the AdHoc Studio website and Steam community hub. We summarize key changes and balance adjustments here on the news page with our community-focused analysis.