Dispatch Game Glossary
Complete terminology reference for Dispatch game. Definitions of game mechanics, hero names, story terms, and community vocabulary.
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Combat, Charisma, Choices
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Dispatch, Heroes, Episodes
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Intellect, Mobility, Missions
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Relationships, SDN, Vigor
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Achievements
In-game unlockables awarded for completing specific challenges or milestones. Dispatch has achievements for story progression, hero relationships, mission performance, and hidden content.See all achievements →
AdHoc Studio
The game development studio behind Dispatch. Founded by former Telltale Games developers who worked on titles like Tales from the Borderlands and The Wolf Among Us.
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Combat
One of five core hero stats (rated 1-10). Represents fighting ability, physical strength, and effectiveness in violent confrontations. High combat heroes excel at bank robberies, villain fights, and riot control.
Charisma
Hero stat representing social skills, persuasion ability, and diplomatic prowess. Critical for hostage negotiations, PR disasters, and peaceful conflict resolution. Prism has the highest Charisma (9/10).
Choices (Decision Points)
Key story moments where your decision affects outcomes. Choices range from dialogue options to hero assignments, impacting relationships, story branches, and endings.View all choice consequences →
Coupé (Hero)
The best all-around hero with total stats of 36/50 (highest in game). Excellent Combat (7), Intellect (7), Mobility (9), and balanced across all stats. Recommended for 50-60% of all missions.Full Coupé guide →
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Dispatch (The Game)
An episodic superhero workplace comedy game where you play as Robert Robertson, dispatching heroes to emergencies around the city. Combines choice-based narrative with hero management strategy.
Dispatcher
Your role in the game. As a dispatcher, you analyze emergency calls, match requirements to hero stats, and assign the right hero to each situation. Your decisions determine mission success and story outcomes.
Dual Audio
Not currently available. Dispatch features English voice acting by Aaron Paul, Laura Bailey, and Jeffrey Wright. No announcement for other languages yet.
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Episodes
Dispatch releases in 8 episodes (approximately 1.5-2 hours each). Episodes release weekly in pairs: Ep 1-2 (Oct 22), Ep 3-4 (Oct 29), Ep 5-6 (Nov 5), Ep 7-8 Finale (Nov 12).Episode guide →
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Hero Fatigue
A game mechanic where sending the same hero on consecutive missions reduces their effectiveness (stats decrease by 1-2 points). Rotate heroes to maintain optimal performance and avoid injuries.
Flambae (Hero)
Fire-controlling hero with high Combat (8) and Mobility (7). Specializes in fire-related missions and mobile combat. Hotheaded personality with collateral damage risk.Full Flambae guide →
Golem (Hero)
The ultimate tank with maximum Vigor (10/10) and elite Combat (9/10). Indestructible and perfect for high-danger combat missions, but poor at speed and diplomacy.Full Golem guide →
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Heroes (Characters)
The 7 playable characters you dispatch: Sonar, Malevola, Prism, Golem, Flambae, Coupé, and Invisigal. Each has unique stats (Combat, Intellect, Charisma, Mobility, Vigor) and specializations.All heroes guide →
Intellect
Hero stat representing problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and analytical thinking. Critical for puzzles, tech challenges, and investigations. Sonar has the highest Intellect (8/10).
Invisigal (Hero)
Speed specialist with maximum Mobility (10/10) and invisibility powers. Perfect for stealth, reconnaissance, and time-critical missions. Lowest Combat (5) and Vigor (5).Full Invisigal guide →
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Malevola (Hero)
The most balanced hero with all stats between 6-7. Second-best all-rounder after Coupé and excellent backup generalist. Charisma 7 makes her good at diplomatic tasks.Full Malevola guide →
Mecha Man
Robert Robertson's former superhero identity. Backstory reveals why he retired from hero work and became a dispatcher for SDN.
Mobility
Hero stat representing speed, agility, and movement capabilities. Essential for chase sequences, time-critical missions, and stealth operations. Invisigal has the highest Mobility (10/10).
Missions (Dispatch Calls)
Emergency situations you assign heroes to. Each mission has stat requirements that heroes must meet or exceed for success. Missions range from bank robberies to hostage negotiations to tech failures.
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Prism (Hero)
Diplomatic specialist with the highest Charisma (9/10) in the game. Excellent at negotiations, hostage situations, and social missions. Also has good Combat (7) for versatility.Full Prism guide →
Relationships (Hero Bonds)
Each hero has a relationship meter with Robert that affects dialogue, story moments, and endings. Relationships improve by sending heroes on suitable missions and making choices they support. High relationships unlock unique content and better outcomes.
Robert Robertson
The main character you play as. Formerly the superhero "Mecha Man," now working as a dispatcher for SDN. Voiced by Aaron Paul (Breaking Bad, BoJack Horseman).
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SDN (Superhero Dispatch Network)
The organization Robert works for. SDN coordinates superhero responses to emergencies around the city. You manage hero assignments from SDN headquarters.
Sonar (Hero)
Psychological specialist with unique form-shifting ability. Has the highest Intellect (8/10) and excels at mental challenges. Form-swaps between human (high Intellect/Charisma) and monstrous (high Combat/Vigor).Full Sonar guide →
Stats (Hero Attributes)
The five core attributes that determine hero effectiveness: Combat, Intellect, Charisma, Mobility, and Vigor. Each stat is rated 1-10. Understanding stats is crucial for optimal hero assignment.Stat breakdown →
Steam (Platform)
The PC gaming platform where Dispatch is available for purchase and play. Features achievements, cloud saves, and community features.Steam pricing guide →
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Vigor
Hero stat representing endurance, damage resistance, and physical resilience. High vigor heroes can withstand injuries and endure harsh conditions. Golem has maximum Vigor (10/10), making him virtually indestructible.
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Walkthrough
A step-by-step guide for completing the game. Our comprehensive walkthrough covers all episodes, missions, choices, and optimal strategies.Complete walkthrough →
Whispers (Community Term)
Rumored hidden content or secret endings not officially confirmed. Community speculation about additional story content beyond the main 8 episodes.