Two Point Hospital

Alright, so you're wondering if you should grab Two Point Hospital on your PC or one of the consoles, right? It's a fair question! The good news is that for the most part, you're getting the same core game no matter which platform you choose. The levels, the challenges – they're all identical. But there are a few little quirks and differences that might sway your decision, especially when it comes to DLC and performance.

Let's break it down:

• Performance & Graphics: The Xbox One and PS4 versions have a bit more graphical oomph, but don't expect them to run perfectly smooth all the time – some lag is still possible. The Nintendo Switch, being the least powerful, will also see some slowdowns. Honestly though, even the PC version can chug a bit when things get hectic, so don't think you're totally immune to lag on any platform.
• Staff Limits: This is a pretty significant difference. On Xbox One and PS4, you can have up to 100 staff members on a level. The Nintendo Switch caps out at 75. Keep this in mind if you like to run a massive hospital!
• Controls: The console versions have a brand-new control scheme designed specifically for gamepads. It's made to be pretty intuitive for navigating menus and managing your hospital on a controller. PC, of course, uses the classic mouse and keyboard setup. External keyboard and mouse aren't officially supported on consoles, so you're locked into the gamepad experience there.
• DLC Availability: This is a big one! All console versions come bundled with the Pebberley Island and Bigfoot DLCs right out of the box. However, other DLCs like Close Encounters, Off the Grid, and the various Item Packs are currently PC exclusives. So, if you're eager to get your hands on all the content as soon as it drops, PC is the way to go for now.
• Sandbox Mode: This is still in development for consoles, but it's planned as the next major release, alongside other optimizations.
• Map View: All versions benefit from the new 'map view' feature, which gives you a simplified overview of your hospital to quickly spot problem areas and patient flow.

So, while the core gameplay is the same, the console versions offer a tailored control scheme and include some DLCs from the start. The PC version, on the other hand, gets new DLC and content updates sooner. Think about which of these factors matters most to you!

Alright, so you're eager to get your hospital empire off the ground, right? You want to build the best hospital, cure tons of patients with wacky illnesses, and unlock all the cool stuff as fast as possible. I get it! But before you go full speed ahead, take a moment to digest this guide. It's packed with insights from hundreds of hours of gameplay, distilled into a quick format to help you build a hospital that runs like a dream from the get-go. This is especially for you if you're new to Two Point Hospital or even management games in general.

We'll cover a few key areas to make sure you're set up for success:

• Theme Hospital vs. Two Point Hospital: If you're a veteran of the 1997 classic, we'll quickly highlight what's changed.
• Important Game Concepts: The game teaches you the basics, but there are some deeper concepts that can really help you avoid early headaches. We'll give you that extra edge.
• 11 Tips for Hospital Success: A straightforward list of must-know tips to get you rolling smoothly.
• 9 General Rules for Hospital Layout: Learn how to plan your hospital's growth from the start, ensuring your second and third-star layouts are efficient and easy to manage. We'll talk about smart expansion and room placement.
• Which Kudosh Items Do You Recommend First?: Kudosh unlocks powerful items, but which ones should you prioritize? We'll share personal recommendations for your first few unlocks and what to aim for next.

Stick with us, and your hospital will be thriving in no time!

Version 1.9 of this guide is now live, last edited on April 10th, 2023. After four years in the making, this guide offers complete star-by-star coverage of the entire base game. Each level page shows how to achieve all three stars, with two separate 3-star layouts provided to offer different ideas. The illness list has also been updated to show which diagnosis rooms are preferred for each room up to that point. Coverage for new crossover content with Two Point Campus is also included.

A final update, version 2.0, is planned for June of this year. This update will include coverage of topics not yet covered, a final revision, and additional lists and reviews. After version 2.0, the guide will no longer be maintained, and feedback will not be responded to, as it is believed no new Two Point Hospital content will be released.

The author has found writing this guide, which took four years and many revisions through several DLCs, to be a pleasure and has benefitted from honest feedback. Support for the guide can be shown by voting it as helpful.

Regarding the future of Two Point Hospital, there has been silence since the last DLC (downloadable content — extra missions or items released after launch) was released in March 2022. Two Point Campus has received its first major DLC, but nothing has been announced for Two Point Hospital. The release of the "Full Health Collection" on Steam last year, which bundled everything together, may have hinted that the game series is complete. Any future updates from Two Point Studios will be added to the guide.

A guide for Two Point Campus may be written after the completion of this guide, as the author is currently playing through it.

The entirety of the Two Point Hospital FAQ, including ALL DLC, is extensive. Each DLC has its own FAQ. You can find them using the search bar (remember to use "Two Point Hospital" followed by a colon) or by copying and pasting the links provided. Typing "Two Point Hospital" into the GameFAQs search bar should also bring them up. The DLCs covered include Bigfoot, Pebberley Island, Close Encounters, Off The Grid, Culture Shock, A Stitch in Time, and Speedy Recovery.