Dispatch Choice Guide: All Decisions & Consequences
Master the choice system in Dispatch with this comprehensive guide covering all 100+ decisions across 8 episodes. Learn which choices affect endings, romance paths, character survival, and the critical Astral Pulse decision.
Choice System Overview
Dispatch features a sophisticated choice system where over 100 decisions across all 8 episodes combine to create weighted outcomes. Unlike traditional choice-driven games that gate endings behind single decisions, Dispatch tracks every conversation, dispatch assignment, trust moment, and romance beat to determine your finale.
Key Features:
- 100+ Tracked Decisions - Every choice matters, from major story beats to minor dialogue options
- Compound Impact System - Choices from Episodes 1-7 affect what options are available in the finale
- 6 Main Endings - 2 Romance, 2 Professional, 1 Negative, 1 Secret
- 50+ Ending Variations - Subtle character variations change dialogue, survival states, and post-credits scenes
- Relationship Scoring - Individual scores with each hero determine romance and team dynamics
How Choices Work in Dispatch
Choice Impact Levels
Critical - Ending Determinant
Directly determines which ending you can achieve. Examples: Astral Pulse decision, Shroud fate, defending Invisigal.
Major - Path Defining
Significantly affects romance paths, character survival, or available finale options. Examples: Episode 7 forgiveness, romance commitment moments.
Moderate - Relationship Building
Affects relationship scores and dialogue variations. Cumulative impact on endings. Examples: Team meeting responses, dispatch strategy choices.
Minor - Flavor & Achievements
Dialogue variations and achievement unlocks. Minimal ending impact. Examples: Store choice (Twinkies), workplace banter responses.
Tracked Choice Types
- Dialogue Choices - Conversation responses with team members and during story moments
- Dispatch Decisions - Which heroes you send on missions (affects strategy and character development)
- Trust Moments - Critical decisions about supporting or questioning team members
- Romance Beats - Flirtatious dialogue, commitment moments, and relationship milestones
- Moral Choices - Mercy vs vengeance, honesty vs deception, team vs individual
Critical Choices That Affect Endings
These are the most impactful decisions in Dispatch that directly determine which of the 6 main endings you can achieve:
1. Episode 8: The Astral Pulse Decision
Impact: Critical - Defines ending path
This choice sits at the heart of Episode 8's finale and defines the outcome of the story, character fates, and relationships. All 100+ previous choices influence what options are available and the consequences of this decision.
Note: The exact nature of this choice is intentionally left vague to avoid spoilers, but it's the most important decision in the game.
2. Episode 7: Defend or Cut Invisigal
Impact: Critical - Romance and character fate
After Invisigal confesses to planting the bomb on your Mecha Man suit, the team wants her gone. You must choose:
- [DEFEND HER] - Required for Invisigal romance path. Prevents her from turning evil in Episode 8. She will aid you in the finale.
- [CUT HER] - Permanently ends Invisigal's story and romance path. May lead to her becoming a villain. Locks you out of romance ending.
Recommended Choice:
DEFEND HER - Even if not pursuing romance, this prevents the dark path where she becomes a villain.
3. Episode 7: Forgive Invisigal's Betrayal
Impact: Critical - Romance path continuation
In the locker room scene after defending her, Invisigal explains she was coerced by Shroud. Your response:
- "I forgive you" - ONLY way to continue Invisigal romance path. Shows redemption arc support.
- "I can't forgive this" - Ends romance possibility while maintaining team relationship.
4. Episode 8: Spare or Kill Shroud
Impact: Critical - Ending variation and character arc
After Invisigal takes Shroud's bullet and you beat him senseless in rage, you face a final choice:
- Spare - Shows mercy despite everything. Affects post-credits scene. "Moral Compass" achievement.
- Kill - Vengeance for your father's death. Affects Robert's character arc. "Vengeance" achievement.
5. Episode 8: Team Coordination During Finale
Impact: Major - Character survival
During multiple simultaneous Red Ring attacks, your strategic hero assignments determine who survives the finale. Optimal coordination is required for the Team Unity Professional ending where everyone lives.
Episode 7: Retrospective - Key Decisions
Episode 7 is the turning point where Dispatch transforms from workplace comedy to serious drama. Your choices here have massive implications for the finale.
Opening Flashback: Store Choice
Impact: Minor - Achievement only
Choose "Twinkies" for the "There. You happy now?" achievement. No story impact.
Blonde Blazer's Doubts About Invisigal
Impact: Moderate - Relationship
After defending Invisigal, Blonde Blazer expresses concerns. Options:
- • "She's planning something" - Shows distrust, aligns with Blazer
- • "I trust her" - Shows faith in Invisigal, seen as naive by Blazer
Blonde Blazer remembers this choice for Episode 8 dynamics.
Shroud's Russian Roulette
Impact: Moderate - Information
Your dialogue choices during this psychological horror sequence affect how much Shroud reveals about his motives and how he perceives your resolve. No direct ending impact but rich story variations.
Episode 8: Synergy - Finale Choices
The 2-hour finale features the most consequential choices in the game. All 100+ previous decisions culminate here.
The Astral Pulse Decision
The most important choice in Dispatch. This decision:
- • Determines which of the 6 main endings you achieve
- • Affected by all 100+ previous choices (relationship scores, team dynamics, moral choices)
- • Changes available dialogue options based on your relationships
- • Directly impacts character fates and the Z-Team's future
Final Dialogue Choices
Episode 8 features numerous dialogue choices during:
- • Romance resolution scenes with Invisigal or Blonde Blazer
- • Team coordination during Red Ring attacks
- • Confrontation with Shroud
- • Post-battle relationship moments
- • Ending epilogue sequences
These create the 50+ ending micro-variations that change dialogue, survival states, and post-credits scenes.
Romance Path Choices
Invisigal Romance Path
Requirements for romance ending:
- ✓ Build high relationship score in Episodes 1-6
- ✓ CRITICAL: Defend her in Episode 7 team meeting
- ✓ CRITICAL: Forgive her betrayal in locker room
- ✓ Choose supportive dialogue throughout Episode 7-8
- ✓ Specific Astral Pulse choice in Episode 8
- ✓ Romance resolution dialogues in finale
Ending: Invisigal Hero Path (Romance) - She becomes a true hero and your romantic partner
Blonde Blazer Romance Path
Requirements for romance ending:
- ✓ Maintain high relationship with Mandy across ALL episodes
- ✓ Choose her over Invisigal in key moments
- ✓ Support her during workplace conflicts
- ✓ Romance dialogue choices throughout Episodes 1-8
- ✓ Specific relationship choices during finale
- ✓ May require NOT forgiving Invisigal to commit to Mandy
Ending: Blonde Blazer Route (Romance) - Mandy survives as your romantic partner
Important Romance Notes:
- • You CANNOT romance both characters - must commit to one path
- • Early episode relationship building is essential for romance endings
- • Defending Invisigal does NOT lock you into her romance (can still choose Team Unity)
- • Romance paths require consistent choices across all 8 episodes
- • Relationship scores are tracked separately for each character
Choices Affecting Character Survival
Episode 8's finale features multiple simultaneous Red Ring attacks. Your dispatch decisions and relationship scores determine who survives.
Survival Factors:
1. Strategic Hero Assignments
During Episode 8's coordinated attacks, matching heroes to appropriate missions based on their stats and abilities increases survival rates. Poor assignments can lead to casualties.
2. Relationship Scores
Heroes with high relationship scores are more likely to receive help from teammates during critical moments. Low relationship scores increase vulnerability.
3. Episode 7 Choices
Defending Invisigal means she aids you in the finale (if you maintained good relations). Cutting her removes her support and may make her an active threat.
4. Team Synergy
High overall team cohesion (balanced relationships with all heroes) increases coordination effectiveness during the chaotic finale sequences.
For Team Unity Professional Ending (Everyone Survives):
- • Maintain high relationship scores with ALL heroes across Episodes 1-7
- • Defend Invisigal in Episode 7 (she aids you in finale)
- • Master optimal hero assignment strategy in Episodes 1-8
- • Balance team needs over individual romance paths
- • Make strategic dispatch choices during Episode 8 finale attacks
Tips for Choice-Based Playthroughs
First Playthrough
- • Play authentically without guides for best experience
- • Build relationships with characters you naturally like
- • Save before critical Episode 7 and 8 moments
- • Accept that you can't see everything in one run
- • Enjoy discovering consequences organically
Subsequent Playthroughs
- • Target specific romance paths or endings
- • Experiment with opposite choices from first run
- • Use guides to unlock secret ending
- • Try "perfect run" for Team Unity ending
- • Explore dark path choices for contrast
General Choice Strategy:
- • Relationship Building: Consistency matters more than single choices. Support the same characters across all episodes.
- • Save Management: Create save files before critical moments (Episode 7 team meeting, Episode 8 Astral Pulse)
- • Achievement Tracking: Some achievements require specific choice paths - plan accordingly
- • Moral Alignment: The game respects both mercy and pragmatism - be consistent with your philosophy
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
- • Flip-flopping on romance: Commit to one romance path early or pursue Team Unity
- • Ignoring relationship scores: Low scores limit finale options significantly
- • Neglecting early episodes: Episodes 1-4 choices compound heavily in 5-8
- • Perfectionism paralysis: Don't stress too much on first playthrough - NG+ exists for optimization
- • Cutting Invisigal hastily: This permanently locks major content. Consider defending her even if not pursuing romance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many choices are in Dispatch?
Dispatch features over 100 tracked choices across all 8 episodes. These range from minor dialogue options to critical decisions that determine endings, romance paths, and character survival. The game tracks every conversation choice, dispatch decision, trust moment, and romance beat.
Do choices in early episodes matter?
Yes! Unlike most choice-driven games, Dispatch compounds every choice across all 8 episodes. Relationship-building choices in Episodes 1-4 directly affect options available in Episodes 5-8. For example, defending Invisigal requires good prior relationship scores built throughout earlier episodes.
What is the most important choice in Dispatch?
The Astral Pulse decision in Episode 8 is the most impactful choice. It sits at the heart of the finale and defines the outcome of the story, character fates, and relationships. However, this choice is influenced by all 100+ previous decisions you made.
Can I romance both Invisigal and Blonde Blazer?
No, you must commit to one romance path. Invisigal romance requires defending her in Episode 7, forgiving her betrayal, and maintaining high relationship scores. Blonde Blazer romance requires consistent support across all episodes and choosing her in key moments over Invisigal.
Does defending Invisigal in Episode 7 lock me into her romance?
No, defending Invisigal prevents her from turning evil but does not force romance. You can defend her for the Team Unity Professional ending while maintaining platonic relationships. However, NOT defending her permanently locks you out of her romance path.
Should I spare or kill Shroud?
This choice affects your ending variation and post-credits scene. Sparing Shroud demonstrates mercy and unlocks the "Moral Compass" achievement. Killing him shows vengeance for your father and affects Robert's character arc. Both are valid choices with different narrative outcomes.