‘Uninhibited By Microtransactions’ Dispatch Devs Reflect On The Game’s Success

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Okay, so our game, Dispatch, has been doing really well since we showed it off at The Game Awards last year, and honestly, it’s been a bit of a whirlwind! My co-director, Chris, and I have been thinking a lot about the whole thing, and while we’re super grateful for how much people are loving it, we’re also hoping everyone doesn’t misinterpret why it connected with players. We really want the industry to learn the right lessons from its success, you know?

Featuring well-known actors like Aaron Paul and Laura Bailey, Dispatch is a story-driven adventure game played in episodes, reminiscent of titles from Telltale Games. This connection is fitting, as Dispatch was created by former Telltale developers. The game’s success has prompted many fans to ask for a second season. While a sequel isn’t officially announced, the game’s co-directors have shared their thoughts on the project and what they hope other developers can learn from their experience.

The Success of Dispatch Credited to Two Main Features

In a recent interview, the co-directors of Dispatch, Dennis Lenart and Chris Rebbert, shared what they believe led to the game’s success. Lenart emphasized that players still appreciate a good story-driven game. He noted that many games have become too complex, often requiring updates and additional purchases. He, like many gamers, prefers a straightforward experience that’s easy to pick up and play without being interrupted by microtransactions or other extra costs.

Something really cool about Dispatch was how they released it – in episodes, but consistently. It wasn’t like other episodic games where you’d wait a month or more for a new part. Dispatch came out weekly, and it actually turned playing into a regular event for me and a lot of other people. It was so popular that the developers even had to send out a message after the first week without new content, just to explain things! It showed how much we were hooked and expecting something new every week.

It’s great that certain experiences are available for those who want them, but many players would also appreciate a straightforward, uninterrupted playthrough without having to worry about microtransactions or other added costs. They just want to be able to jump in and enjoy the game as it’s meant to be played.

Many people thought story-driven, single-player games were becoming unpopular, but the studio stuck to their vision. Lenart and Rebbert hope the success of Dispatch shows that mature humor and situations aren’t the most important thing. They believe these elements should simply enhance the story and help players connect with the characters, rather than being the main focus. As Lenart explained, these moments are like seasoning – they add flavor to the story and character development, but aren’t the foundation of it.

Honestly, I’m so glad Dispatch has made such a splash! A lot of people thought this kind of show was on its way out, but it’s clearly proven them wrong. It’s awesome to hear that even the actors are hoping for more! Aaron Paul, who plays Robert, has even said he’d love to come back for multiple seasons, which is a huge sign. Now, like all of us fans, he—and we—are just waiting to hear if AdHoc will announce anything new. Fingers crossed!

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2025-11-24 18:37