Dispatch New Update Version 1.0.16598 on December 16; Fixes Softlocks and Spoilers
AdHoc Studio has deployed Dispatch 1.0.16598 on December 16, and this is to fix a few nagging issues. Before diving in, take note that the patch notes do contain spoilers, so proceed with caution.
The patch is only live for PC right now, though we are checking if it’s been released on consoles as well.
Read on for the official Dispatch patch notes for December 16.
Dispatch Gets Updated to Version 1.0.16598 on December 16
Just another reminder that the patch notes you’re about to read below do contain spoilers for the game’s story, so don’t blame us if you continue scrolling, alright?
- Fixed softlock when pausing during the completion of a hacking level
- Fixes for incorrect hero power behaviors includingWaterboy “Eager Sponge” auto assign, Punch Up “Squeeze In”, Invisigal’s “Ear on the Ground”, and Prism’s “Doppelganger Illusion”
- Fixes for softlock behaviors in episode 8 gameplay shifts including heroes in perpetual waiting status and inability to interact with the convoy
- Fix for hero injury and hero down behavior in episode 8 gameplay shifts
- Fix for UI in hacking levels in episode 8 gameplay shifts
- Fix issue to heroes being assignable in waiting mode
- Improvements to analytics performance
- Minor audio, visual, subtitle and localization fixes across the season
As you can see, this is a minor update that aims to resolve some key issues. If the console version receives the update, we’ll be sure to let our readers know.
Hopefully, AdHoc has another update planned in January.
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