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PlayStation · Simulation / Strategy
Theme Hospital
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Simulation, Strategy |
| Developer | Bullfrog Productions |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 26 |
Developed by Bullfrog Productions and published by Electronic Arts, Theme Hospital arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as a simulation game. It blends simulation and strategy elements.
It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II. Among the 40 PS1 simulation games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
Bullfrog Productions also made Theme Aquarium for the PS1.
Theme Hospital is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want clear goals and a defined ending
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Theme Hospital is like
Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.
Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.
Theme Hospital cheats & codes
17 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Joker Command | D00F4E90
???? |
|---|---|
| Infinite Bank Loans (Press R On Bank Screen) | 8013B340
0000 |
| Infinite Money | 8013B338
FFFF |
| Build Any Kind Of Room At Start Of The Game | 800FB3F0
00?? |
| Build Any Item In The Game | 800FB3EA
???? |
| High Reputation | 8013C060
0400 |
Theme Hospital walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
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Theme Hospital FAQ
When did Theme Hospital come out on the PS1?
Theme Hospital was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made Theme Hospital?
It was developed by Bullfrog Productions and published by Electronic Arts.
Is Theme Hospital multiplayer?
No. Theme Hospital is a single-player game.
How long does Theme Hospital take to play?
As a simulation game, Theme Hospital typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Theme Hospital on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.