Run a fire and ambulance dispatch center on real-world maps. Answer emergency calls, assess incidents and send the right crews while keeping units in reserve. Play Dispatch Control solo or in online co-op with up to six players, in free play or 16 campaign chapters. Available in English and German.
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ANSWERS FOR YOUR FIRST SESSION
Dispatch Control gameplay guide and player questions
Steam edition · Researched Nov 8, 2026 · Guide updated Nov 8, 2026.
Our guidance
How do I begin learning the core mechanics of the game?
Start with the guided three-incident tutorial. This introductory sequence is designed to familiarize you with the essential phone, dispatch, and radio workflows before you tackle the more complex campaign chapters or free play sessions.
What factors should I consider when routing emergency vehicles?
Detailed routing accounts for specific road data and simulation rules. You must consider vehicle dimensions, one-way streets, bridge clearances, and railway crossings. Additionally, simulated roadworks or accident scenes may force your vehicles to take a detour.
Can I reassign a vehicle immediately after it finishes a task?
A vehicle can move straight to another incident, but only if its crew and equipment are ready. You must manage resources like fuel, water, breathing apparatus, breaks, and maintenance to ensure they are prepared for the next assignment.
How does the game handle major incidents requiring multiple resources?
Major incidents require more than just extra vehicles. You must actively coordinate triage, staging, hospital allocation, and evacuation efforts to manage the situation effectively while maintaining coverage for other emergencies in your region.
What happens if the dispatch computer or radio network fails?
If these systems fail, you must maintain operations by utilizing a backup control centre, emergency power, and paper dispatch methods. You are responsible for confirming the recovery of these systems to restore normal operations.
You can arrange dockable phone, map, incident, and vehicle panels to suit your personal workflow. You are also able to manage multiple radio groups, status reports, and the incident log to keep your shift organized.
In career mode, your objectives include recruiting staff, organizing shifts and training, and investing in vehicles and operational improvements. You track your overall progress through 70 in-game achievements as you manage your control room.
How does the co-op mode function for multiple players?
You can share a shift with up to six players. You may divide call-taking, dispatch, and radio duties between your team. Calls and incident files have assigned owners, and you can change the division of duties during the session.
You must establish the address and access route, identify hazards, and calm distressed callers. It is important to record new information in the incident file and adjust your response as the situation develops during the call.
You can earn up to five stars per chapter, with 80 stars available in total. Improving your performance requires managing increasing call volumes and new challenges effectively as you progress through the 16 campaign chapters.
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YOUR NEXT STEP
Plan how your group will connect
For Dispatch Control · Steam edition.
This Steam edition lists Co-op, Online Co-op. Choose the mode that matches your group’s computers, network or shared display.
Before inviting friends, confirm the player limit, copy or account requirements and exact compatible editions. A listing on another platform does not establish cross-play.
The full-game US price snapshot is 1.99 USD; check the current price in your region.