Dispatch Reviews
Dispatch wins because it understands that heroism is logistics, leadership is a style choice, and comedy lands best when it’s grounded in work you recognize.
Dispatch is a triumphant debut from Adhoc Studio, echoing its own themes of second chances. Minor gripes like unnecessary QTEs and light narrative branching can’t dim its brilliance—this is narrative-driven excellence at its peak. It isn’t flawless, but it’s profoundly human, laugh-out-loud funny, and surprisingly emotional. It’s one of 2025’s absolute must-plays for every type of gamer and will be heralded as a redemption of the dwindling genre for years to come.
Dispatch is a rare example of a narrative adventure that understands exactly what it wants to be and executes its vision with finesse.
By now, it's well documented that the original vision for Ad-Hoc Studio's Dispatch was very different to the game that hit store shelves. Conceived as a choose your own adventure, live action, interactive TV show akin to Netflix's Bandersnatch, the COVID lockdowns resulted in the project being shelved for a few years, and only uncovered in the wake of creative differences with Telltale Studios over The Wolf Among Us. Eventually, after a troubled development, Critical Role (yes the D&D podcast people) announced a partnership to help Ad-Hoc found their creative vision.
Dispatch is one of the best story-driven games of the year. A must-play for all fans of the genre and for anyone looking for something with its heart in the right place and a cast of charming characters.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
The year of 2025 has been banger after banger for indie games, with Clair Obscur, Hades 2, and Megabonk racking up millions of players. Add Dispatch to the list of feverishly insatiable delights; it’s a masterful tale of collaboration, immersion, and the tried-and-true question of “what does it mean to be a hero?” On top of that, it’s a resurgence of Telltale greatness with a Critical Role edge this time around, making for one of the best stories to experience in narrative gaming today.
Over eight episodes, Dispatch doesn't waste a single second. There's no filler here, just quality, in a touching narrative told at a perfectly paced rhythm, brought to life by animation quality that rivals the best productions. Aaron Paul and Laura Bailey stand out in a cast marked by surprising performances, bringing to life a group of villains who have become heroes in my heart. The writing and dialogue are so superb that they immediately made me forget the odd narrative cliché. What remains is the mark of a story and a team of superheroes that I will not soon forget.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
"The Heroic Comedy That Broke the Genre Rules" Dispatch delivers a masterful narrative experience that redefines heroism from a human perspective, far removed from spectacle. With its cinematic direction, powerful voice acting, and impactful decision-making system, the game succeeds in building a cohesive story that balances humor with depth. Despite some technical limitations and a lack of activities, it remains one of the standout interactive games
Review in Arabic | Read full review
In a great year for gaming, Dispatch stands tall. Don’t dismiss it because you don’t like the formula; think of it as an interactive motion comic. Open your mind and enjoy one of the year’s best stories. A lot of heart and strong writing should put this on your Sonar—ope, sorry, your radar. Dispatch is a must-play for anyone still rooting for the superhero genre.
“Dispatch” knows exactly what it wants to be: a narrative management game with emotional precision, carried by strong characters and a main character who, for once, is not defined by superpowers, but by self-doubt and responsibility.
Review in German | Read full review
Dispatch is a truly excellent game tv-show that impresses throughout all eight episodes. It’s the kind of mature superhero storytelling we’ve been waiting for. Can’t wait for season two!
Review in Polish | Read full review
If Dispatch proves anything, it’s that when a project is built with genuine care and craftsmanship, success naturally follows. What first appeared to be a small, modest adventure has grown into something with real potential — a foundation for a franchise that could become both popular and long-lasting, as long as the team continues working at this level.
Review in Unknown | Read full review
Dispatch is a magnificent return for the episodic story games. An evolution of Telltale-style storytelling, rivalling their best work, with a great heartfelt story that had me hooked from beginning to end, thanks to its fantastic cast of characters and great animations both inside and outside of the action scenes.
Dispatch is a sharp and heartfelt superhero comedy that finds surprising emotional power beneath its chaos. With standout characters, strong writing and confident pacing, it becomes one of the year’s most compelling narrative adventures.
Dispatch presents a stylish, cinematic narrative adventure with strong visuals, an outstanding voice cast, and a clever blend of interactive storytelling and light team-management mechanics. The episodic structure builds mood and character well, but the replayability is limited, dialog skipping would help, and a few bugs disrupt the flow. Very good overall.
Review in French | Read full review
Dispatch brilliantly sets the stage for AdHoc Studios to fill the void Telltale Games left and do it better. This superhero workplace comedy is full of heart, incredible character-driven storytelling and art, and is worth all of the praise it’s received and more.
Dispatch emerged out of nowhere to deliver one of the best narrative experiences you can play this year, thanks to its gripping storytelling, strong writing, and exceptional voice acting. The game steps outside the conventional to offer an innovative experience that truly deserves your time, and it is highly recommended for fans of story-driven games.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Despite some forced romance, overused profanity, and limited choice impact on a second playthrough, Dispatch remains a high-quality, eight-episode stunner with sharp writing, strong voice acting, gorgeous animation, and tasty camerawork.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Dispatch is one of the most charming, engaging, and well-written games of the year. It might be a comedy, but it doesn’t shy away from difficult subjects. You must take on the role of a mentor to a team of misfit heroes, all while navigating your own demons, not to mention the actual demon on your team. The character arcs and the team's overall arc are so satisfying and effective. I knew early on that this was a game I would play multiple times to see where different decisions would lead me. AdHoc Studio has instantly made a name for itself with this debut game.
Much like its superheroes, Dispatch dazzles with story but stumbles in gameplay. Whether that trade‑off works is up to you.
Review in Unknown | Read full review