Animal Hospital (video game)

Animal Hospital is a 2026 survival horror video game developed by Animal Anomaly and released on the Roblox platform on May 10, 2026. The game is set in an animal hospital where players work night shifts treating patients while attempting to identify dangerous anomalies.

Gameplay

Players work night shifts at the hospital and are responsible for examining and treating incoming animal patients. The game's central gameplay involves determining whether patients are normal or anomalies by examining information such as photographs, surveillance footage, and their appearance.

Players must respond to various events and emergencies while attempting to survive their shifts. The game features multiple types of anomalies and environmental events that can interfere with the hospital's operations.

The game also features multiple playable classes and an ongoing progression system. Players can cooperate with others while completing their duties and identifying threats.

Development and release

Animal Hospital was developed by the Animal Anomaly group and released on Roblox on May 10, 2026.

The game received subsequent updates that expanded its gameplay and story. Esports.gg reported on an update that expanded the game's lore and introduced new characters and other content.

Reception

Animal Hospital gained significant popularity on Roblox following its release. GosuGamers reported that the game surpassed 1.2 million concurrent players during a major update that introduced a new character and items.

The game's mechanics and updates have received coverage from gaming publications including IGN, Eurogamer, and Esports.gg.