2.0 GB
Build a hospital where every cure is ridiculous, every corridor is crowded, and every radiator matters.
Theme Hospital is a free strategy game released under Commercial · DRM-free purchase. It runs on Windows, macOS, needs about 2.0 GB of disk space, and requires no account, payment or trial. On a computer, the fastest route is the PlayBound Launcher. On a phone or tablet, use the official store or site instead.
One-click install
PlayBound fetches the official release — no third-party mirrors.
Purchase Theme Hospital from GOG and install the DRM-free version through GOG Galaxy or the offline installer.
Windows
Launch the original game once to confirm the files are present and note its installation folder.
For the recommended modern experience, install CorsixTH and point it to the Theme Hospital folder when prompted.
Minimum
Windows 10/11 or macOS · 1.8 GHz CPU · 2 GB RAM · DirectX 9.0c-capable GPU · 2 GB storage (runs via DOSBox)
Recommended
Windows 10/11 or macOS · 2+ GHz CPU · 4 GB RAM · any DirectX 9-capable GPU · 2 GB storage
CorsixTH and similar engine recreations require the copyrighted graphics, sounds, maps, and other data from an owned copy of Theme Hospital.
PlayBound links to GOG’s preserved DRM-free release, which has a regular price of $5.99 and is often discounted.
Yes. CorsixTH supplies a modern engine but does not distribute the original game data, so you must provide files from the full game or supported demo.
Yes. GOG’s preserved version supports current Windows and macOS systems, although CorsixTH offers the better modern interface and resolution support.