Dispatch Game Episode Release Schedule - Full Calendar
Dispatch game releases episodically with 8 total episodes launching from October 22 - November 12, 2025. This guide provides the complete release schedule, download times, and planning tips for playing through all episodes.
📅 Quick Summary
- Total Episodes: 8
- Release Window: October 22 - November 12, 2025 (3 weeks)
- Release Format: Episodes 1-2 on October 22, then 2 episodes per week for 3 weeks
- Total Playtime: 12-16 hours (1.5-2 hours per episode)
- Final Episode: November 12, 2025
Complete Release Schedule
Episodes 1-2: Launch Bundle
Release: October 22, 2025 (Launch Day)
Episode 1: "Pivot"
Robert Robertson's first day as a Dispatcher for SDN. Learn core mechanics, meet the 8-hero roster, and navigate your first crisis. This episode introduces the game's comedic tone and branching narrative structure.
Episode 2: "Onboard"
Robert settles into his role with increasingly complex dispatch scenarios. Office politics intensify, and your choices begin shaping hero relationships. Introduces multi-hero coordination missions.
Playtime: 3-4 hours combined (1.5-2 hours each)
Episodes 3-4: Week 2
Release: October 29, 2025
Episode 3: "TBD"
Title not yet revealed. Expected to escalate stakes from Episodes 1-2, introducing mid-game plot twists and deeper character development. Based on Telltale Games patterns, this is where the "comfort zone" breaks and major conflicts emerge.
Episode 4: "TBD"
Title not yet revealed. Likely features a major turning point in the SDN storyline. Expect consequences from early episode choices to manifest here.
Playtime: 3-4 hours combined (1.5-2 hours each)
Episodes 5-6: Week 3
Release: November 5, 2025
Episode 5: "TBD"
Title not yet revealed. Based on episodic game structures, Episode 5 typically serves as the "penultimate setup"—building tension before the finale. Expect high-stakes missions and character-defining moments.
Episode 6: "TBD"
Title not yet revealed. Likely the "point of no return" episode where all major plot threads converge before the finale. Choices here will heavily influence the ending.
Playtime: 3-4 hours combined (1.5-2 hours each)
Episodes 7-8: Series Finale
Release: November 12, 2025
Episode 7: "TBD"
Title not yet revealed. The penultimate episode will set up the finale's climax. Expect multiple branching paths opening here based on your cumulative choices throughout the series.
Episode 8: "TBD"
Title not yet revealed. The series finale will resolve Robert's arc and determine the fate of SDN based on your choices. Multiple endings are confirmed, with AdHoc Studio promising "meaningful consequences" for your dispatch decisions.
Playtime: 3-4 hours combined (1.5-2 hours each)
⏰ This is the final content drop—all 8 episodes will be playable after November 12.
Release Time & Download Details
🕐 What Time Do Episodes Release?
Based on typical Steam release patterns:
- Steam (PC): Releases at 10:00 AM PST / 1:00 PM EST / 6:00 PM GMT on release days
- PlayStation 5: Releases at 12:00 PM EST (PlayStation Store update time) on release days
- Preload: Not available—episodes download on release day only
💾 Download Size & Requirements
- Episodes 1-2 (Launch): ~8 GB download
- Episodes 3-8 (Updates): ~3-4 GB per episode pair
- Total Install Size: ~20 GB for all 8 episodes
- Note: Episodes download automatically via Steam/PS5 updates when you launch the game on release days
⚠️ Auto-Download Warning
If you have auto-updates enabled on Steam/PS5, episodes will download automatically on release days. This can consume bandwidth if you're on a metered connection. Disable auto-updates in settings if you want manual control over downloads.
Playthrough Timing Strategies
🎮 Strategy 1: Week-by-Week Playthrough (Launch Player)
Best for: Fans of episodic storytelling who enjoy community discussion and speculation between releases.
Timeline:
- Week 1 (Oct 22-28): Play Episodes 1-2
- Week 2 (Oct 29-Nov 4): Play Episodes 3-4
- Week 3 (Nov 5-11): Play Episodes 5-6
- Week 4 (Nov 12+): Play Episodes 7-8 (Finale)
Pros: Participate in weekly discussions, avoid spoilers, support developers at launch, get to speculate between episodes.
Cons: Waiting between episodes can disrupt narrative flow, risk forgetting earlier choices/plot points.
⏳ Strategy 2: Binge After Finale (Patient Player)
Best for: Players who prefer uninterrupted storytelling and want all episodes available immediately.
Timeline:
- Wait until November 13+: Buy after all 8 episodes are released
- Or wait until Winter Sale (late December): Get 20-30% discount + all episodes—see our pricing guide
Pros: No waiting between episodes, maintain narrative momentum, avoid launch bugs, potentially save money (if waiting for sale).
Cons: Miss community speculation hype, higher spoiler risk, don't support developers at launch.
🏆 Strategy 3: Achievement Hunter Playthrough
Best for: Completionists targeting 100% achievements.
Timeline:
- Playthrough 1 (Oct 22-Nov 12): Play weekly, focus on "natural" choices to see story organically
- Playthrough 2 (Nov 13+): Use our choices guide to get missable achievements
- Playthrough 3 (if needed): Mop up remaining achievements with targeted episode replays
Note: Dispatch has 42 total achievements. Most require 2-3 playthroughs due to mutually exclusive choices.
👥 Strategy 4: Co-Op Decision Making
Best for: Couples or friends who enjoy making narrative choices together (pass-the-controller style).
Timeline:
- Weekly sessions: Schedule 2-hour co-op sessions each release day (Tuesdays)
- Alternate decision-making: Trade off who makes dispatch choices
Why this works: Dispatch's "minimal gameplay" style (no twitch reactions needed) makes it perfect for collaborative storytelling. Debate hero assignments, vote on dialogue choices, and experience the story together.
Episode Release Day Checklist
✅ Before Each Release Day:
- 1 day before: Review your save file to remember where you left off (Dispatch has save file summaries)
- Release day morning: Check Steam/PS5 for updates (episodes don't always auto-download immediately)
- After download: Launch game, verify new episodes appear in episode select menu
- Optional: Replay previous episode's finale to refresh your memory (episode select allows this)
💡 Pro Tip: Save File Management
Dispatch uses a single continuing save file across all episodes. Do not delete your save between episodes or you'll lose all your choices. The game auto-saves after major decisions, but you can manually save via the pause menu. Keep 2-3 save slots for different playthrough branches.
Spoiler Avoidance Tips
🚫 Avoiding Spoilers During Episodic Release:
- Mute keywords on Twitter/Reddit: "Dispatch spoilers", "Dispatch Episode [X]", "Robert Robertson"
- Avoid YouTube: Thumbnails often spoil major moments. Play episodes on release day before streamers upload videos
- Disable Steam community hub: Right-click Dispatch in library → Properties → Uncheck "Enable Steam Overlay"
- Play on release day: Spoilers spread fast. Playing episodes Tuesday evening (release day) minimizes exposure
📱 Safe Resources (Spoiler-Free)
- Our guides: All DispatchGame.org guides use spoiler warnings before plot details
- Steam achievements: Achievement names/icons are deliberately vague to avoid spoilers
- Official AdHoc Studio posts: Developer updates avoid spoiling unreleased episodes
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play episodes out of order?
No. Dispatch is a linear narrative—you must complete Episode 1 before Episode 2, etc. The episode select menu only unlocks episodes sequentially. However, you CAN replay earlier episodes without affecting your main save progress.
Do I need to finish episodes before new ones release?
No. If you miss a release day, new episodes will remain available. For example, if you don't play Episodes 3-4 by November 5, they'll still be available alongside Episodes 5-6. Play at your own pace.
Will episodes be released individually or in pairs?
In pairs. Episodes 1-2 launch together on October 22, then 3-4 (Oct 29), 5-6 (Nov 5), and 7-8 (Nov 12). This pacing mirrors Telltale Games' release structure.
What happens if I buy the game after November 12?
All 8 episodes will be immediately available in your purchase. You won't need to wait for weekly releases. The episodic schedule only applies to launch window buyers (Oct 22 - Nov 11).
Can I transfer saves between PC and PS5?
No. Dispatch does not support cross-platform saves. If you start on PC, you must continue on PC. Starting over on PS5 would require replaying from Episode 1.
How much time do I have to complete all episodes?
Unlimited. There's no time limit or content expiration. Players who buy in 2026 will have the same access to all 8 episodes as launch players. Episodic releases only affect the initial rollout window.
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