It Takes Two

[h1]It Took Two... and Somehow We’re Still Married[/h1] I convinced my wife, who usually thinks Mario Kart is “too stressful,” to play It Takes Two with me. I expected sighs, eye rolls, and maybe a controller thrown across the room. What I got instead? A tag-team partnership so glorious we could probably file taxes together now without arguing. [hr][/hr] [h3]What I Loved[/h3] Everything. No seriously, this game is like a theme park designed by someone who ate crayons, loved puzzles, and cried during Pixar movies. Every level throws something completely new at you. One second we’re flying squirrels, the next we’re battling a vacuum cleaner with abandonment issues. I’ve never laughed so hard while yelling, “NO, JUMP NOW, NOW,” and getting the response, “Which button is jump again?!” The best part? My wife, who normally taps buttons like she’s diffusing a bomb, was into it. Shouting commands, solving puzzles, and even saying, “Wait, let’s try that again, I think I got it.” Be still my gamer heart. [hr][/hr] [h3]What Could Be Better[/h3] Some puzzles were a bit much for a first-timer. Like, rotate this gear while launching me mid-air while the moon is in retrograde kind of tricky. A hint system wouldn’t hurt. Also, the story, while heartwarming, occasionally tried to make me cry in front of my wife and I won’t stand for that kind of emotional sabotage. Oh, and that book character, the talking love guru? Yeah, I wanted to throw him into a blender. Repeatedly. [hr][/hr] [h3]How It Plays[/h3] Pure co-op magic. You need each other for everything. It’s not just two people doing the same thing at the same time. It’s one person pulls this while the other flies a bee and shoots honey rockets. Every mechanic feels fresh and every area is like opening a new toy in a never-ending cereal box. You literally play as dolls stuck in relationship purgatory and somehow it’s both hilarious and relatable. Exploration’s rewarding, the platforming is smooth, and the boss fights are absurdly fun. One boss had us yelling and high-fiving so hard we scared the dog. [hr][/hr] [h3]The Characters and Their Weird Powers[/h3] You play as Cody and May, a couple trying to unsplit their lives and maybe their hearts after telling their kid they’re getting divorced. Nothing says therapy like being turned into tiny puppets by magical tears, right? Each level gives you powers tied to their personalities. Cody might grow plants or manipulate time, while May gets stuff like teleportation or rocket boots. Not fair, by the way. I wanted the rocket boots. But it’s the imbalance that makes it fun, you have to work together. Also, if your relationship survives the ice-skating level, congratulations, you're ready for IKEA. [hr][/hr] [h3]PC Performance[/h3] Runs like a dream. We played on a decent gaming laptop hooked up to the TV and everything looked gorgeous. Zero crashes, no lag, no technical hiccups. The animations, physics, lighting, it all just works. Even when I forgot to plug in the charger and the battery dipped to 8 percent, it kept going like a champ. My wife asked if that’s normal for games and I whispered, “Only the good ones.” [hr][/hr] [h3]Final Thoughts[/h3] This game did what no romantic comedy could. It got my wife to scream “THIS IS AWESOME” while swinging across a canyon using my head as an anchor. [Strike]Looked like just another co-op game…[/Strike] then it turned into a hilarious, emotional rollercoaster with singing plants, boss fights, and therapy via squirrel warfare. [b]Short summary:[/b] It Takes Two is chaotic, brilliant, ridiculous, and somehow kind of beautiful. It made us laugh, argue, hug, and shout “DO THE THING!” more times than I can count. Play it with someone you love, like, or are mildly annoyed by, you’ll come out stronger. Or at least with a new inside joke or two. [b]Final Score: 9.2/10[/b]

It's fun and if you got someone to play it with, even online, they don't even need to buy the game. Need I really say more?

This is an extremely fun game to play with a partner. Every stage is lovingly detailed with decoration and interactable objects/events and the constantly changing mechanics keep the game regularly fresh. Love that. My only real detraction is that the story/dialogue writing is… so very bad. It’s awful lol. No shade to the voice actors who did a great job, but the writing itself is extremely rough around the edges. It makes you think it was written for children but then they do cuss so?????? I don’t know. The gameplay still makes it worth it.

Honestly one of the best games I've played with character development and story line to the character arcs. Everything at the start of the game became a pain in the ass but slowly got used to the effort and put the time in. By the end of the game we really didn't want it to end and just enjoyed everything about it, each level was something absolutely new and different and we just couldn't believe the amount of detail and music involved in creating such a different environments from fighting a vacuum box to jumping between time / space to then having to create a beat with a DJ mixer board. Even with the cut scenes, it's almost if you add them all up as one big video, it could come off as a awesome movie. Very impressed, we were sad it had ended

I just finished this game with my friend, and all I can say is: wow. What an amazing experience! I’m already planning to replay it with my girlfriend it’s truly the kind of game made for couples or close friends. No matter who you choose to play it with, you're in for a great time. What stood out most to me was how every task felt like a surprise. Each level introduces new mechanics that are creative and fun, keeping the game play fresh from start to finish. The story is 1000% worth experiencing, and it’s something I’ll definitely revisit. The game is super relaxing while still being engaging. The mechanics aren’t too difficult, which makes it perfect for casual players, but there’s still enough variety to keep it interesting. The music and environments in each stage are beautiful and immersive, adding to the overall charm. And let’s not forget the mini-games! They’re a fun little bonus that add even more flavor to the experience. It’s rare to find a game that balances storytelling, gameplay, and co-op interaction so well. Without a doubt, this is one of the best co-op games I’ve ever played. If you're looking for a meaningful, fun, and heartwarming game to enjoy with someone, I highly recommend this one!

I utterly loved this game. We played it with my partner and had loads of awesome and funny moments. The visuals are amazing, the levels offer lots of variety. It´s also really enjoyable to just run around and get amazed by the scenery, finding minigames and easter eggs. Many characters gave me cuteness overload, lol. A Way Out was good, It Takes Two was even better imo. Truly a co-op game. Would warmly recommend this creative and beautiful game to anyone.

🧸It Takes Two 10/10 Is a perfect game for couples. The dialogues were a bit weak but the rest of the game is a work of art. Girls, try to play it with someone patient, understanding and who will let you win the mini-games.

Game play is extremely fun to play with a partner. Many differing styles of play and a variety of puzzles. The story though is not only extremely strange, but also extremely uncomfortable at times. I would have preferred a story that was much more kid friendly and less traumatizing in regards to what types of behaviors have to be done at least twice in the story. Because of the story itself, I can't recommend it. The game play is good though, so if you have a partner and don't care about story lines, it's a great choice for co-op.

This game is food for the soul. It takes you on a wholesome journey filled with different adventures and minigames that will make you shriek and laugh. It's funny and witty and full of love. Can't wait to replay it!

Fun and easy to play with friends. The story line and characters are hilarious and brings out the little kid in you. Loved it.

Verily, a most splendid game indeed; be sure to enlist the aid of a companion who is both wise and capable enough to assist thee in navigating the perplexing puzzles.

This game is so friendly and is really worth a buy you can play with friends, lovers and siblings

peak game, so fun and the soundtracks are bomb lalalalalala, amazingly freakalicious too... , def play it when you can <3

One of the best co-op games out there—hands down. It Takes Two is a brilliant mix of creative level design, fun mechanics, and a surprisingly heartfelt story. Every level brings something new, and it never gets boring. You’ll laugh, get challenged, and maybe even tear up a bit. It’s built entirely around two-player co-op (local or online), and it nails the experience. Perfect for couples, friends, or anyone looking to share a unique adventure. If you enjoy teamwork-based gameplay and great storytelling, don’t skip this one. 10/10 – A must-play for co-op fans.

One of the best Co-op focus game I have ever played , your experience may vary depends on the person you are playing with. I'm glad i was able to finish it with a really close friend of mine.

Truly an amazing game. It had stunning scenery, really engaging gameplay (although it can sometimes be a bit tedious), but overall it was really fun to play. The only two negative things I have to say about this game: (1) Rose's parents were extremely FOUL for the elephant incident, so much that it even made me feel like a terrible person doing what the game intends the player to do, and (2) I wish I could erase the book from this game.

10/10 An absolutely awesome game. Super fun and definitely worth every penny (even at full price, tbh). Every level was unique and always brought something new to the table. The gameplay was innovative and kept introducing new tools and tricks to collaborate with your partner. There are a bunch of minigames and a couple of clever easter eggs and video game references to discover. Aside from the divorce storyline being kinda cringe, this game is one everyone will enjoy playing for hours. - I played with keyboard and mouse and my wife with a controller.

My wife and I had a wonderful experience playing this beautifully crafted game together. It is honestly a work of art considering the game-play, visuals, level design, story, and overall style. Games like this are few and far between. Playing it brought laughs and moments of reflection between us. 10/10.

O jogo é muito bom, principalmente se você for jogar com sua namorada/mulher, vale muito a pena, diversão garantida.

Stressfully Fun and Absolutely Brilliant – 10/10 It Takes Two is one wild ride—equal parts chaos, creativity, and heart. It’s like being thrown into a whirlwind of mini-games, puzzles, and emotional rollercoasters with your favorite (or least favorite 😂) co-op partner. Yes, it can get stressful—timing jumps, coordinating moves, arguing over whose fault it was (spoiler: it was probably mine)... but somehow, it’s all part of the charm. Every level brings something fresh and unexpected. Just when you think you’ve seen it all, the game surprises you again. The story is touching, the mechanics are insanely clever, and the teamwork it demands is both challenging and super rewarding. You’ll laugh, maybe yell a little, but most importantly—you’ll have a blast. Just be prepared to say “one more level” like 20 times in a row. 😅

Such a good game to play with your friend or partner! Story was beautiful! The gameplay was fun with many varieties!

1 If you've been looking to play a game with your Bestie / Partner JUST GO FOR IT ! 2 If you see this game on sale, go grab it first then read this review GO ! 3 This game has cool Mini-games, Mechanics & Environment, you'll be hooked till the end 4 The story is Fun and you are in for an Amazing Experience 5 One of a kind game, would like to play more games like this ! and remember... IT'S ALL BOUT COLLABORATION!!

I Joe Biden has the privilege to play this with my friend Donald Trump and we had a blast. This game has so much uh.. ummm. what was I saying oh yeah the gameplay with it's game play. One moment you are telling your child you're getting divorced and then another moment you're fighting with Fidel Castro against Barry Bee Benson and his goons. It reminds me when “I told my wife she should embrace her mistakes. She gave me a hug!”. The book he told us this 3 letter word: Jobs. Truly inspiring. At the end of the day i used my BIDEN BLAST to save the day. 4/10 wait no i mean what was a I gonna write again who are you and HTUIHHIFSGHW EHERE AM I wait ok This game is a quick 8 out of 10 sniffs

my review: absolutely fantastic and clearly made with love- 40 dollars is CHEAP for this game for the content and storyline unique mechanics all the way through and tons of fun, not to mention how beautiful every scene looked unlike other games where everything feels like filler, this felt full of content for the entire 15 hours of the main story and we have not even gotten everything there is to get absolutely 100% recommend and if it's on sale then buy it immediately partner review: One of the best games to ever grace gaming in the history of ever. If you wish to play any kind of co op game, this is the one for you. Not only is it an absolute STEAL because of the amount of content within, but the other player can download the game for free. It is worth the money, do not be hesitant. It was so fun seeing the characters develop and again, the amount of things to do are insane. PLEASE do NOT waste time and grab your 2nd player you will love it. 7 chapters may not sound like a lot, but holy fart when you think it's over, it's not.

A very good experience to play, I think both with someone experienced or not. With the lack of co-op games (exclusively so even rarer) this takes the cake for one of the best I've ever played with my wife. Actually, it's so good... it takes two. I'll see myself out.

It Takes Two is a game that made me laugh, yell, question some writing choices, and still, somehow, love it. There’s so much to appreciate in this game - it’s genuinely one of the most creative and polished co-op experiences I’ve ever had. But I also have thoughts. Especially about a couple of moments that made me sit back and go “Wait. What??” So, the basic idea: you play as Cody and May, a couple on the brink of divorce who magically get turned into dolls. They’re forced to work together through a bizarre, magical world guided by an overly dramatic (and honestly hilarious) talking book called Dr. Hakim to fix their broken relationship. First off, this game is beautiful. I mean it. Every level feels handcrafted, with this whimsical, detailed aesthetic that somehow combines Pixar charm with straight-up trippy fantasy. And the environments are wildly different from one another - it’s never just "a new level," it’s a whole new world. And each time you think you’ve seen it all, the game introduces an entirely new mechanic, and then another, and another. The gameplay is amazing. You’ll go from standard platforming to piloting planes, sneaking past enemies, solving puzzles, playing rhythm games, shooting fireballs and even fighting in a tiny squirrel Mortal Kombat arena (yes, really). And somehow, it all just works. The controls are super tight, the co-op mechanics are clever, and the constant variety keeps things exciting. My girlfriend and I never got bored - occasionally mad at each other, sure, but bored? Never. Now for the “but” — because there is one. Narratively, things get... weird. Not in the magical, fun way but in the "why did the writers think this was a good idea?" way. Without spoiling anything, there’s one particular scene that’s just emotionally manipulative in a way that feels totally unearned. It’s supposed to be heart-wrenching, but instead it comes off as disturbing and tonally out of sync with the rest of the game. What’s worse is that it never really gets addressed later. No reckoning, no apology, no moment of “hey, maybe that was too far.” It felt like a big emotional beat was missing - one that would’ve made the later, more tender scenes land better. Also, while I loved playing it, I wouldn’t exactly recommend it for complete beginners. It looks super friendly and accessible, but it moves. Constantly. New mechanics pop up all the time, and if your co-op partner isn’t comfortable with a controller, it can get frustrating real fast. My girlfriend doesn’t play many games, and while we had fun overall, there were some moments where she just wanted to yeet the controller and walk away. Totally fair. That said - we made it. We finished it. And honestly? I think we’ll remember it for a long time. It’s the kind of game that gives you stories. Inside jokes. Moments where you both nail a tricky platform section and cheer like kids. TL;DR: It Takes Two is a fantastic, gorgeous, imaginative co-op adventure with some surprisingly dark narrative choices and a few emotional gaps. Just maybe don’t expect every scene to make sense or land the way it should. Would recommend, especially if your relationship can survive a few platforming puzzles and one deeply scarring elephant scene. 8/10

Level design, art and gameplay (to some extent) are very good in this game. Gameplay is fun to some extent because you are given abilities, then lose them, then get other ones and so on and so forth. Unfortunately, the story, although good intended, doesn't hold up. Both protagonists don't have chemistry and remain the same till the end. I am pretty sure they will go their own ways at the end, no matter what. In conclusion, I am not convinced. This ending was a lot better than the one from "A Way Out" (another one of this studio's game). I can give them props for not ruining it like that. SPOILER: The Elephant murder scene and the main protagonists are what I greatly disliked. I am pretty sure there is a psychopath in the development team.

Brilliant game to play something together. It's basically a platformer/puzzle game, but not too monotonous. Has a nice curve for the story as well.

It Takes Two is a ridiculously fun co-op adventure! Developed by Hazelight Studios, this game is all about teamwork and creative problem-solving. Players control a married couple navigating a surreal world, working together to overcome obstacles and challenges. The gameplay mechanics are innovative and constantly shifting, keeping things fresh and exciting. The game's visuals are vibrant and colorful, and the writing is clever and humorous. With a strong emphasis on cooperation, "It Takes Two" is a great game to play with a partner or friend. It's a wild ride from start to finish, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. If you're looking for a fun and challenging co-op game, "It Takes Two" is a must-play. Trust me, you won't regret it! It's a game that will keep you coming back for more, and you'll have a blast playing it.

Another great two-player co-op game with good characters and story from Hazelight. Like A Way Out, it's not super long, but it's a great game and is easily worth the price especially on a good sale. If I had one complaint, it was that the ending felt a little abrupt, but it's a small issue in an otherwise great game. Hazelight specializes in co-op games, and if that's your thing definitely support these guys and check them out.

Played this at 3am with the homie somehow turned into accidental couples therapy. Would 100% argue over a puzzle again.

It takes two was a ride back to my childhood. It reminded me of my favourite animation movies, especially Toy Story !! The title itself is like a Disney Pixar movie, it's so wholesome and amazing. Only difference is instead of watching your favourite characters on screen, here you get to control them, play as them. It's just perfect, it's like when the critic in Ratatouille was given the dish ratatouille and he just rewound himself back to his childhood and he enjoyed the dish like a kid. But here i'm the critic. So as the critic lemme say this, It Takes Two is an insanely fun Co-op adventure. It got a heartwarming story, tons of moments that makes you laugh, beautiful scenaries, quality gameplay and ofc graphically great as well. The emotional impact this game gives it's players is so high which makes this game perfect for couples, but you don't need a GF to enjoy this genius piece of art so yeah, you're good. The mini games, mutually depended puzzles, the acting etc... Everything that this title felt turned gold if you ask me. Hazelight Studios really established Co-op genre as their territory with this one. So, if you have a buddy or anyone to play with jump right in, sit back, relax and have fun. That's all i'm saying...

Excellent game. A true co-op game where you actually have to cooperate to complete the objectives

My review after completing all achievements. It Takes Two is a wonderful experience with a great story and plenty of references to find and mini-games to play. The story is targeted towards couples but still can be played by anyone as long as you have another person to play with. I like to collect all achievements in games before I review them. It took me around 13 hours to complete all the achievements. The only real downside about the game is the lack of replayability.

It Takes Two is honestly one of the most fun co-op games I’ve ever played. The levels are super creative, the gameplay keeps switching things up, and you’ll never get bored. Play it with a friend, your partner, your sibling — whoever. You’ll laugh a lot and probably yell at each other in the best way possible.Highly recommend it to literally anyone.

A very beautifully crafted world. It lets you immerse yourself in its creative world design, that integrate seamlessly with its puzzle.

Really really good vibe game . Play with ur crush or ur date it's really good

this is a visually stunning game and is so much fun to play, I highly recommend it.

Overall Good Game, got a bit boring in the middle but it picked back up. Very good Coop game and fun to play with a friend/sibling.

Played with my friend and i think this game is best they could ever made they put 100 things from different games espects at one game is insane 10/10.

enjoyed playing this with my husband and we made it a point to hunt for all the mini games! intuitive, forces you to work together (in a good way lol), but also has moments where you can unleash your competitive spirit.

One of the best Co-op game I've ever played. Story-Rich, Good connectivity

My best friend and i beat this game, and we both couldn't agree more that Josef Fares is carrying the Co-Op genre

Played the game for a bit, worked fine running at 70-100 FPS, no frame drops. Now after loading screen steadily runs at 1-10 FPS. Unplayable sadly. 7745HX and 4070 super.

Played this game and completed the story with my partner - yes it is cheaper than therapy!! A cute game with a good story line and a fantastic sense of humour throughout (including some cringey bits), left us in stitches at times. A great game to play with friends or loved ones and would 100% play again in the future. Completed all the achievements now after a break from the game, only one note on this: Fuck the Helltower!

Played together with my wife, it was her first computer game. Really enjoyed the time

I really enjoy the game too much, all the twist, worlds and minigames where really fun, I don't have any bad coments

It Takes Two is a fantastic co-op game that’s just perfect for enjoying with a loved one or your best buddy. The story is touching and pulls at your heartstrings, combining humor, drama, and important themes about relationships and communication. The visuals are breathtaking, featuring creative and imaginative worlds that change frequently to keep things visually exciting. The gameplay is diverse and always a blast, bringing together platforming, puzzles, and mini-games with clever mechanics that really require teamwork. While some parts may be a bit tricky, they always feel rewarding rather than frustrating. Whether you’re a casual player or a seasoned gamer, this is an absolute must-play for anyone eager to share a memorable gaming adventure with someone special.

Haven"t even completed it but so far its an absolute blast!, def worth a buy

Fun and silly game with many surprises and amazing level designs.