Healthy Heart Hospital (Third Edition)

Sparkworks, Tabletop Tycoon Inc. · Board game · 2023
— Ludopedia 6.9 BGG 1–5 · best 1 Solo 45 min Weight 2.1/5
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If you enjoy cooperating while trying not to bankrupt a hospital, you’ll love the comedic vibe of Healthy Heart Hospital.

Highlights
  • Fun cooperative play
  • Medical humor
  • Simple cube mechanics
  • Quick playtime
Keep in mind
  • Fewer components
  • Risk of running out of space
  • No official expansions
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Healthy Heart Hospital (Third Edition) puts you and your crew in charge of a chaotic hospital where every patient literally counts as dollars. The goal is straightforward: keep the cash flow healthy and never run out of places to hide the bodies that keep arriving. As a cooperative game, everyone must coordinate doctors, nurses, and administrators to treat patients, control expenses, and avoid a total collapse. Gameplay revolves around colorful cubes that stand for patients, costs, and resources; each round you add a new room to the hospital and decide how to allocate the cubes. The push‑your‑luck element shows up when you try to treat as many patients as possible at once – the more cubes you place, the higher the profit, but also the greater the chance of running out of space or money. This edition features updated artwork, fewer components than before, streamlined rules, and a handy hospital‑themed bag for storage. The old ambulance cards are gone, shifting the focus to internal management. In about 45 minutes, 1‑5 players can enjoy a light (weight 2.14) game packed with medical humor and quick decisions, perfect for fans of cooperative games with a comedic twist and a dash of risk.

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Best player count

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1–5 players
1 BEST
2 REC
3 REC
4 REC
5 OK

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Game details

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Digital Implementations: Tabletopia
Publisher Sparkworks, Tabletop Tycoon Inc.
Designer Anna-Marie Nelson, Scott Nelson
Artist Chelsea Autio, Sara Meseguer

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Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can join?
1 to 5 players, works well for small groups or solo play.
What’s the typical playing time?
About 45 minutes, varying slightly with player count.
How complex is the game?
Lightweight (weight 2.14/5), easy to learn and quick to play.
What components are included?
Colored cubes, patient cards, hospital board, themed bag, and room pieces.
Do I need the digital version to play?
No, the physical game is complete on its own; the digital version on Tabletopia is optional.
Are there any expansions available?
There are no official expansions for this edition yet.
Is it suitable for kids?
Recommended for ages 10+, mainly because of the medical humor.

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