Emotions soared at the 10th Game Awards, featuring thrilling announcements, including a new indie game, Dispatch, from ex-Telltale developers. Set in a superhero universe, players embody Robert “Mecha Man” Robertson, tasked with rehabilitating supervillains while making impactful choices. The game promises a narrative rich in humor and strategy, featuring a comic book visual style. Voice talents include Laura Bailey and Aaron Paul, with a release planned for 2025 on PC via Steam.
Emotions Run High at the 10th Game Awards
The 10th edition of the Game Awards was an emotional rollercoaster! Exciting announcements continuously thrilled gamers globally, showcasing a lineup of incredible reveals. While anticipation was high for AAA titles from major studios, including The Witcher 4 and Naughty Dog’s new franchise, Intergalactic, there were also standout indie games that captured attention. Among these was a notable project from former members of the acclaimed Telltale Games, the studio famous for The Wolf Among Us.
New Adventures Await with Dispatch
Fans of Telltale were eagerly hoping for a glimpse of The Wolf Among Us 2 at the upcoming Game Awards in 2024. Unfortunately, the sequel was absent from the spotlight. However, a new announcement may just fill that void! AdHoc, a studio formed by ex-Telltale developers, revealed its upcoming game: Dispatch. The initial trailer showcases a familiar narrative style reminiscent of Telltale’s storytelling approach.
In Dispatch, players will step into the shoes of Robert Robertson, who goes by a different name in the superhero world—Mecha Man. After encountering some trouble, he finds himself working as a “dispatcher” in a specialized agency focused on rehabilitating supervillains. This game promises a rich narrative experience, featuring impactful choices that affect the storyline, often placing players in heart-wrenching, life-or-death dilemmas, all while incorporating a healthy dose of humor for an enjoyable adventure!
Moreover, players will engage in a management and strategy aspect as they oversee a team of emerging superheroes. Understanding their unique abilities will be crucial as Robert sends them out to tackle various challenges. The game’s visual presentation is inspired by comic book aesthetics, ensuring that fans of the genre will be thoroughly entertained.
Adding to the excitement, the game’s reveal was graced by actress Laura Bailey (known for her roles in The Last of Us 2 and Marvel’s Spider-Man) and actor Aaron Paul (famous for Breaking Bad and Westworld), who introduced the trailer during the Game Awards.
Dispatch boasts an impressive voice cast that includes well-known talents such as:
- Alanah Pearce (Cyberpunk 2077, Gears 5)
- Erin Yvette (The Wolf Among Us, Hades 2)
- Jacksepticeye (River City Girls 2, Free Guy)
- Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, The Last of Us HBO)
- Joel Haver (High on Life)
- Lance Cantstopolis, actor and dancer
- Matthew Mercer (Critical Role, Resident Evil 6)
- MoistCr1TiKaL (Tropico 5, World of Warships)
- THOT SQUAD (Musician: Pound Cake, Hoes Depressed)
- Travis Willingham (The Legend of Vox Machina, LEGO Avengers)
Mark your calendars for 2025, as AdHoc Studio sets the stage for Dispatch, which is currently confirmed for release on PC via Steam.