Dispatch Comes to Mobile December 9, First Episodes Free

Image: AdHoc Studio.

Dispatch is coming to mobile on December 9, 2026. AdHoc Studio announced the iOS and Android versions as part of the game's anniversary celebrations on October 22, with coverage running through October 23 and 24. The mobile version is rebuilt for touch controls and vertical play, and the first four episodes are free.

Key Takeaways

Dispatch launches on iOS and Android on December 9, 2026.
The first four Dispatch episodes are free on mobile, with the full game unlock priced at $19.99 in the US.
Dispatch mobile is rebuilt for touch controls and vertical play, and supports Google Play Games on PC.
Dispatch has passed 5 million players, and its free Deluxe Edition update adds a Commentary Mode with more than 16 hours of cast and crew tracks.

When does Dispatch release on mobile?

Dispatch releases on iOS and Android on December 9, 2026. AdHoc Studio announced the date on October 22, 2026, as part of the game's first anniversary celebrations. Pre-registration and pre-orders are rolling out on Google Play and the App Store, though reports differ slightly on whether listings are live in every region yet, so players should check their local store if the game does not appear immediately.

The mobile version is not a straight port. AdHoc rebuilt the game for touch controls and vertical play, which suits the game's structure: Dispatch is a superhero workplace story told through choice-driven episodes, with players managing a team of former villains turned heroes. Touch controls and a vertical layout make it playable one-handed, closer to the streaming-show feel the game aims for.

Google Play Games on PC is also supported, so Android players can continue on a computer if they want a bigger screen. Two regions are excluded from the mobile launch, according to Twisted Voxel: China and Japan. Everywhere else, the December 9 date applies.

What is Dispatch?

Image: AdHoc Studio.

Dispatch is a superhero management game from AdHoc Studio, the team formed by former Telltale developers. Players take the role of Robert Robertson, a former hero who now works as a dispatcher for a team of reformed villains, sending them out on missions and making choices that shape relationships and story outcomes. The game mixes office comedy with superhero action, and its voice cast includes Aaron Paul and Laura Bailey.

The game has found a large audience since launch, passing 5 million players by its anniversary. That success is why the mobile version matters: Dispatch's episodic, choice-heavy structure fits phones well, and a free opening should bring in players who never tried it on console or PC.

How much does Dispatch mobile cost?

Image: AdHoc Studio.

The first four Dispatch episodes are free on mobile. Players can try the opening of the game without paying, then unlock the full game for $19.99 in the US, with regional prices varying. That pricing makes the mobile version an easy recommendation: the free episodes cover the game's setup and first major choices, so players can decide whether the story hooks them before spending anything.

The anniversary celebrations also brought a free Deluxe Edition update for existing players. The update adds Commentary Mode, with more than 16 hours of cast and crew commentary tracks, and a Storyboard Mode that shows the game's early art and planning. Standard owners can upgrade to the Deluxe Edition for $10.99. A live Dispatch concert is also planned for December 3 at AVALON Hollywood, closing out the anniversary events a week before the mobile launch.

What is new in the Dispatch anniversary update?

The mobile launch is part of a wider anniversary package for Dispatch, and existing players get new content too. The free Deluxe Edition update adds Commentary Mode, which includes more than 16 hours of commentary tracks from the cast and crew, including Aaron Paul and Laura Bailey. For players who finished the story and want to know how it was made, that is a large amount of behind-the-scenes material, covering performances, writing choices and production stories.

The update also adds Storyboard Mode, which shows the game's early art and planning stages. Storyboard content appeals to players who like seeing how a game grows from sketches to finished scenes, and it pairs naturally with the commentary tracks. Standard edition owners can upgrade to the Deluxe Edition for $10.99 to get both modes, while the base game itself remains unchanged for players who only want the story.

The anniversary events end with a live Dispatch concert on December 3 at AVALON Hollywood, six days before the mobile launch. The concert, the update and the mobile version together mark the game's first year, and the 5 million player milestone gives AdHoc a strong base to build on. For mobile players, the key point is simpler: the version arriving December 9 includes the full game that earned that audience, rebuilt for phones.

Is Dispatch mobile worth waiting for?

Yes, for players who like story games. Dispatch is one of the better-written games of its year, and the mobile version's free opening removes the risk of trying it. The touch and vertical rebuild should suit the game's pace, since most of the gameplay is choosing dialogue and dispatching heroes rather than fast action. Players who already own Dispatch on console or PC do not need the mobile version, but they do get the free Deluxe Edition update content regardless of platform.

Mobile players should note the December 9 date is close to the holidays, which makes Dispatch a good pick for travel or downtime. The full unlock at $19.99 is in line with the game's console and PC pricing, and the free episodes mean there is no reason not to try it first.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Dispatch release on mobile?

Dispatch launches on iOS and Android on December 9, 2026, rebuilt for touch controls and vertical play.

Is Dispatch mobile free?

The first four episodes are free. The full game unlock costs $19.99 in the US, with regional prices varying.

What is Dispatch about?

Dispatch is a superhero workplace game where players manage a team of reformed villains, making story choices that shape relationships and missions.

Is Dispatch mobile available everywhere?

Dispatch mobile launches in most regions on December 9, 2026, but China and Japan are excluded, according to Twisted Voxel.

Sources: Twisted Voxel, Beebom, Pocket Tactics, Noisy Pixel, GameTrader.SG.

Images: AdHoc Studio.

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