Aaron Paul makes major video game debut in Dispatch superhero comedy on PS5 and Steam

Aaron Paul just stepped into gaming history. The Breaking Bad star makes his first video game debut in Dispatch, launching today on PS5 and Steam. Episodes 3 and 4 dropped on October 29, 2025. This choice-driven superhero workplace comedy marks a fresh career chapter.

Aaron Paul Enters Gaming After Two Years of Development

For 46 years old Paul, this moment represents something rare: selectivity paying off. The Breaking Bad legend receives pitched projects constantly but rarely says yes. What changed?

Paul explained that one scene caught his eye immediately. “Two characters sitting on a billboard, having a conversation,” he recalled. “I just loved the tone.” Once he read the full scripts, Paul couldn’t stop. “I really fell in love with the story.” He spent two years recording the role.

“It’s got to be on the page. And then I sat down with the creators behind it all, and really, really connected with them. And it was kind of a no-brainer.”

Creative director Nick Herman admitted they weren’t confident Paul would bite. “We never thought Aaron Paul would do this,” he confessed. Casting director Linda Lamontagne had the instinct to try anyway.

Dispatch: A Workplace Comedy Featuring Oscar-Nominated Talent

Dispatch isn’t your typical action game. It’s a point-and-click adventure from AdHoc Studio, founded by veteran developers who worked on acclaimed Telltale Games projects.

Paul voices Mecha Man, once a powerful superhero stripped of his tech. Now he works in a dispatch office managing dysfunctional misfit heroes.

Game Details	Information
Main Cast	Aaron Paul, Jeffrey Wright, Laura Bailey, Matthew Mercer
Release Date	October 22, 2025 (Episodes 1-2)
Platforms	PS5 and PC (Steam)
Price (Standard)	$29.99 USD
Total Episodes	8 episodes (pairs weekly)
Series Finale	November 12, 2025

The game emphasizes choice. Your decisions shape how the story unfolds. Balance office politics, romance options, and personal growth.

Jeffrey Wright, an Oscar-nominated talent, brings serious dramatic credibility. Laura Bailey and Matthew Mercer, veterans of narrative games, round out a powerhouse ensemble.

What Gamers Should Know Before Playing

• Five episodes have already released; three remain through Nov. 12.
• Each episode pair drops on Thursdays at 9 AM PT.
• Free demo available now on Steam to test the gameplay.
• Story branches significantly based on your dialogue choices.
• Expected playtime: 5-7 hours for the complete series.

The deluxe edition ($39.99) includes a digital artbook and four exclusive comics expanding the universe.

Is Aaron Paul’s Gaming Entry Worth Your Time?

Paul’s selectivity throughout his career speaks volumes. He turned down countless projects before Dispatch resonated. That same instinct delivered Breaking Bad excellence for thirteen years.

Gaming industry veterans note this trend matters. Hollywood’s top talent now sees interactive storytelling as legitimate art. Paul’s involvement signals the medium’s artistic evolution.

Watch the official release trailer here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzRQrDK7zUs

Will Dispatch launch more A-list actors into gaming, or remains Paul a rare exception?

Sources

• GameSpot – Aaron Paul’s exclusive interview about his video game debut.
• PC Gamer – Deep dive into how Dispatch attracted top talent.
• AdHoc Studio – Official game publisher and creative team behind the experience.

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