So hyped for the pending Two Point Museum after recent announcements and trailers. I’ve gone back to the Two Point Studios gem, Two Point Hospital.
I’ve waxed lyrical about the studio, my love for these games and the old Bullfrog games in my formative years. But playing Two Point Hospital again from scratch has been a joy.
Two Point Hospital
Just like its grandaddy Theme Hospital, Two Point Hospital offers deep, engaging management simulation. But never forget that classic British humour and silliness that keeps you chuckling and coming back for more.
The game tasks players with building and managing hospitals across the whimsical Two Point County, where patients suffer from bizarre illnesses like “Lightheadedness” (having a lightbulb for a head) and “Pandemic” (an uncontrollable urge to dance).
Gameplay
At its core, Two Point Hospital is a hospital management sim. You’ll design hospitals, hire staff, treat patients, and balance the books. All while dealing with the occasional outbreak of a ridiculous disease. The gameplay loop is satisfyingly addictive: start small, expand your hospital, and watch as it grows into a bustling medical centre.
However, its infectious sense of humour sets Two Point Hospital apart. The game is packed with witty writing, silly animations, and tongue-in-cheek references. From the quirky radio DJs to the over-the-top patient illnesses, there’s always something to chuckle at.
This humour helps to keep the game light-hearted even when you’re facing challenging scenarios, like a hospital-wide epidemic or a financial crisis. Taking loans out and worrying you can’t afford to keep the place running can be genuinely stressful!
Visuals and sound
Two Point Hospital’s visuals are bright, colourful, and charming.
The game’s art style is reminiscent of classic cartoons, with exaggerated character designs and playful animations. It’s silly, but it perfectly sets the tone for the rest of the game.
Hospitals themselves, are filled with quirky details, from the eccentric decorations to the amusing patient antics. Watching dead customers (yes….) turn to ghosts, only for your trained janitors to come and hoover them up, is never not funny.
The sound design is equally delightful, with a catchy soundtrack and hilarious voice acting. Bordering elevator music on occasion, but on purpose. Its tone helps match the visuals of the game and keeps you on the positive side. The audio team behind Two Point Hospital have crafted something perfect.
It’s a rare thing for a silly-looking game to have music sit so perfectly on the nose, tonally.
Replayability
Two Point Hospital offers a wealth of content to keep players engaged. With multiple hospitals to manage, a variety of illnesses to cure, and a plethora of challenges to overcome, there’s always something new to discover. The game also features a sandbox mode, where you can build your dream hospital without any restrictions.
With online leaderboards, comparing you to your friends, regularly. You can always feel spurred on to push further. Plus, as you master building optimal layouts for hospitals, you want to go back and do a better job!
Overall
Two Point Hospital is a fantastic management sim that successfully blends humour, challenge, and charm.
It’s a must-play for fans of Theme Hospital or anyone looking for a light-hearted and engaging management experience. With its addictive gameplay, delightful visuals, and infectious sense of humour, Two Point Hospital is sure to keep you entertained for hours on end.
It takes me back to a simpler time, and playing it is just a blend of sweet nostalgia and pure fun. Sure, managing a hospital doesn’t sound enjoyable on paper, but don’t miss out. I promise you it’s a modern classic, and it’s got me even more excited for Two Point Museum.
Two Point Hospital was developed by Two Point Studios and released in August 2018. The game is available in multiple formats such as Nintendo Switch and PC. While you wait for the game to arrive or download, we don’t judge how you play, be sure to check more reviews over in our games review section.