Dispatch Sets Switch Launch for January 29, 2026
A listing on the Australian Nintendo eShop has revealed that the acclaimed superhero workplace comedy game Dispatch will launch on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on January 29, 2026, expanding its availability beyond its initial platforms. The development comes months after the game's surprise success on PC and PlayStation 5, where it has drawn widespread praise for its episodic storytelling and sharp dialogue.
Dispatch, developed and published by AdHoc Studio, debuted on October 22, 2025, as an unconventional choice-driven adventure blending strategy, point-and-click elements, and humor. Players take on the role of coordinating with a quirky ensemble of superheroes in a lighthearted office environment, complete with voice performances from notable actors including Aaron Paul, Laura Bailey, Jeffrey Wright, and Matthew Mercer. The studio's team includes veterans from Telltale Games, known for titles like The Walking Dead and The Wolf Among Us, which contributed to the game's polished narrative style.
The title quickly became one of 2025's standout releases, selling more than 2 million copies in its first month, far exceeding the developers' two-year projections. Critics lauded its...