Fixing Dispatch Stuttering Problems on PC: A Comprehensive Guide

With the debut of the first two episodes of the immersive adventure game Dispatch, players have begun to explore its unique narrative-driven gameplay. While the game is not particularly demanding on PC hardware, some users have encountered technical difficulties such as graphical artifacts, green lines, and performance stutters.

The development team is actively addressing these issues. If you’re experiencing stuttering during your gameplay sessions in Dispatch, consider applying the following solutions to enhance your gaming experience.

1. Disable Overlays from External Software

Having overlays enabled on applications like Discord, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, or Medal can lead to gameplay disruptions. Notably, the Discord Overlay can conflict with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) features, resulting in stuttering if your monitor supports VRR. To resolve this, it is advisable to disable all overlays before launching Dispatch:

For Discord, follow these steps:

Open Discord and scroll down to Settings.
Select Game Overlay under Activity Settings.
Toggle the option next to Enable Overlay to Off.

Disabling Discord Overlay — Screenshot by Prima Games

2. Update Your Graphics Drivers

To optimize performance, ensure that your graphics drivers are up-to-date, particularly if it has been a while since your last update. Here are links to download the latest drivers for your graphics card:

3. Verify the Integrity of Game Files

If you are experiencing instability, it may be due to corrupted game files. Here’s how to verify the integrity of your game files using the Steam client:

Launch Steam and navigate to your Library.
Right-click on Dispatch and select Properties.
In the Installed Files tab, click on Verify integrity of game files.

Upon completion, Steam will automatically download any missing or damaged files, ensuring a properly functioning game.

4. Adjust VSync Settings

For those using VRR monitors (such as G-Sync or FreeSync), enabling VSync at the driver level while disabling it in the game itself is recommended. This adjustment helps avoid stuttering and input lag that can arise from conflicting settings. Conversely, if you lack VRR capabilities, enabling VSync in-game can improve your experience by eliminating screen tearing.

Additional Troubleshooting Steps

Consider these general troubleshooting tips if issues persist:

Update DirectX and Visual C++ Redistributables.
For laptop users, ensure you’re utilizing the dedicated GPU.
Add Dispatch to your antivirus exceptions list to avoid interference.
Verify that your system clock is properly set.
Update Windows to the latest version (1909 or higher).
Confirm that your PC meets the minimum system specifications for the game.

Overall, Dispatch offers a largely enjoyable experience on PC, and developers are likely to resolve these technical challenges in upcoming updates. They remain responsive on the Steam forum, and if you encounter specific bugs, you are encouraged to report them on their support page.

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