AdHoc Studio
CompanyUnited States
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On Steam
Steam estimates as of 9 Oct 2026. Revenue is premium revenue on Steam only: game sales, without DLC.
- Revenue as publisher
- $59.0M
- 1 games
- Revenue as developer
- $59.0M
- 1 games
- Units sold
- 2.7M
- as publisher or developer
- Headquarters
- United States
AdHoc Studio’s best-selling games on Steam
| Game | Released | Share of the best seller | Revenue | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DispatchDeveloper and Publisher | 2025 | $59.0M | 2.7M | |
| Cart LifePublisher | — | — | — |
Documents about AdHoc Studio
Interview with Dispatch developer: We were told comedy games don't sell
The interactive narrative game Dispatch serves as a compelling case study in challenging industry orthodoxy regarding the commercial viability of comedy and narrative-driven titles.
- Dispatch achieved commercial and critical success with over four million sales and nine BAFTA nominations, despite industry skepticism regarding the viability of comedy-focused narrative games.
- The studio successfully utilized an episodic release model to maintain high player engagement and completion rates throughout the product's lifecycle.
- After losing an initial publishing partner, the studio pivoted to self-publishing, using a high-impact trailer at The Game Awards to secure investor confidence and retain creative control.
How Did Narrative Hit Dispatch Hit 1M Sales So Fast?
The rapid commercial success of the narrative-driven game Dispatch, which achieved one million sales on Steam and PlayStation within ten days of its October 2025 launch, serves as a case study for the viability of high-budget, episodic interactive storytelling.
- AdHoc Studio’s narrative-driven game Dispatch reached one million sales across Steam and PlayStation within ten days of its October 2025 launch.
- The title is projected to reach two million total units sold, challenging industry assumptions that high-budget, single-player narrative games are inherently unprofitable.
- The studio utilized a weekly episodic release cadence to maintain player engagement and sustain anticipation throughout the launch period.
AdHoc’s Dispatch Sells 1 Million Copies After Strong Debut
AdHoc Studio’s debut title, Dispatch, has achieved significant commercial success, reaching 1 million copies sold within 10 days of its October 22, 2025, release.
- AdHoc Studio’s debut title, Dispatch, sold over 1 million copies within 10 days of its October 22, 2025, launch.
- The game, developed by a team of former Telltale employees, is currently available on PlayStation 5 and PC with a retail price of $29.99.
- Dispatch has achieved 'Very Positive' reviews on Steam, with critical reception highlighting its animation, voice acting, and writing.