Dispatch

### Overview Dispatch casts the player as a superhero dispatcher who has to make decisions about both missions and the people sent on them. Its workplace comedy gives the cast a reason to clash outside the usual villain-of-the-week setup. The game debuted on PC and PS5 and tells its story across eight episodes. At the 2026 awards it won both Best Storytelling and Best Soundtrack. ### Key metrics - Associated awards: 2 - First release year: 2025 - Award year: 2026 ### Pros and cons **Pros:** The episode structure offers natural stopping points; the workplace premise distinguishes its cast; its soundtrack earned separate recognition. **Cons:** Players seeking direct superhero combat may prefer another game; much of the appeal depends on the writing; its episodic rhythm can interrupt a long play session. ### Best for Players who like character-driven stories with decisions and manageable session breaks. ### Things to watch out for The 2026 award year differs from its initial 2025 release year. **Vote Question:** Would you rather play an award-winning story in eight episodes or a larger campaign in one continuous arc? ### References - [Award organiser results](https://www.gamespress.com/ja-JP/Winners-Announced-at-the-44th-Golden-Joystick-Awards-Presented-by-Pot-) - [Official game reference](https://www.gamespress.com/en-US/Dispatch-Launches-Today-on-PC-and-PS5)