Dispatch: when an unemployed superhero becomes a dispatcher

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Dispatch was officially released on January 28, 2026, for Switch and Switch 2. This episodic adventure game offers a fresh and humorous take on office life, following people with extraordinary abilities working in modern-day Los Angeles.

Dispatch (Image source: Nintendo)
Dispatch (Image source: Nintendo)

A collaboration from storytelling veterans

Dispatch is crafted by a writing and directing team known for narrative-driven hits such as Tales from the Borderlands and The Wolf Among Us. One of the game’s biggest highlights is its star-studded voice cast, featuring well-known names like Aaron Paul, Laura Bailey, and Jeffrey Wright.

From Mecha Man to the dispatch desk

Players step into the role of Robert Robertson, also known as Mecha Man. After his iconic battle suit is destroyed by his longtime nemesis, he is forced to take a job at a superhero dispatch center. Instead of soaring through the skies, his new reality involves sitting behind a desk as a dispatcher.

In the game, you take on the role of a dispatcher. (Image source: Nintendo)
In the game, you take on the role of a dispatcher. (Image source: Nintendo)

Your mission is to lead a group of former villains seeking redemption. While managing this unconventional team, you must carefully navigate workplace relationships, office romances, and quietly gather resources to repair your suit for a future plan of revenge.

Gameplay that blends strategy and storytelling

  • Shape the narrative: Every choice, from casual breakroom jokes to life-or-death decisions in the field, directly impacts the story, character relationships, and team loyalty.
  • Hero dispatching: Using a tactical map, you assess emergencies and deploy the right people for each situation. Every decision carries its own risks and rewards, with long-term consequences for both the team and the city.
  • Team management: Heroes are more than just their powers. They come with habits, flaws, and complicated pasts. You will need to upgrade skills and unlock new abilities to maximize their effectiveness on missions.

A diverse and high-profile voice cast

Alongside film and television stars, Dispatch also features well-known personalities from the streaming and social media world, including MoistCr1TiKaL, Jacksepticeye, Alanah Pearce, and Yung Gravy. This mix creates an energetic and pop culture-driven atmosphere.

By combining tactical gameplay, a strong narrative, and workplace comedy, Dispatch delivers a unique experience that explores what it truly means to be a hero, whether you are wearing a cape or answering calls at a desk.