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  1. Aug 18, 2023
    8
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  2. Aug 1, 2023
    9
    A great and charming game with lots of puzzles and beautiful arts. Although, the puzzlez could be more challenging and I wish it had better graphics.
    But still best choice to be entertained !
  3. Jul 23, 2023
    9
    Fun to play with wife.

    9/10 gameplay
    10/10 graphics
    9/10 story
    10/10 environments
  4. Jul 23, 2023
    10
    The best co-op game i have played i enjoy the concept of the story and the characters have great personality i enjoy playing this game every single time this is a piece of art! I love seeing the Swedish inspired house cause the game was made in Stockholm Sweden this game is worth buying.
  5. May 14, 2023
    9
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  6. May 13, 2023
    9
    lindo mensaje, gameplay espectacular y variado, lo cambia todo al tener una persona al lado, merecido goty 2021
  7. May 12, 2023
    10
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  8. May 9, 2023
    9
    It Takes Two is a better version of A Way Out if you ask me. It Takes Two makes me care about the characters more than AWO did, which in itself is a big ask. Some sections were pretty "mid" but they were so incomparably small and insignificant that they wouldn't affect my final score. The tension between the characters was fantastic and how the game deals with it throughout was just asIt Takes Two is a better version of A Way Out if you ask me. It Takes Two makes me care about the characters more than AWO did, which in itself is a big ask. Some sections were pretty "mid" but they were so incomparably small and insignificant that they wouldn't affect my final score. The tension between the characters was fantastic and how the game deals with it throughout was just as good. An amazing story, great exploration and plenty of side quests/mini-games that'll make sure your money was well spent. Expand
  9. Mar 19, 2023
    6
    A Way Out had at least an interesting plot twist. The game of the year, It Takes Two is the pinnacle of girlfriend gaming. Hadn't it been a split screen coop, the game would lay forgotten in 60/100 aggregated for its mediocrity.
  10. Feb 3, 2023
    10
    I played it with my 11yo, and we loved every minute. It's very cleverly made - each level feels so different from the last, even though the mechanics are essentially the same. It's not too difficult, so great to play with kids, but it's a genuine joy to play and totally unforgettable. The level with the moles was an absolute highlight.
  11. Feb 3, 2023
    10
    Best game of 2021! And, of course, one of the best co-op games out there. Playing with a partner makes it even better :D
  12. Feb 1, 2023
    8
    The gameplay is very fun. I played it with my cousin cause I had nobody else (*wipes away tear*). But boy....that elephant scene is actually **** scarring. The 2 main characters are monsters for that. Seriously. I hated the main characters after that, but honestly I didn't really like them before either. Despite the main characters the gameplay is what really makes this game and it's soThe gameplay is very fun. I played it with my cousin cause I had nobody else (*wipes away tear*). But boy....that elephant scene is actually **** scarring. The 2 main characters are monsters for that. Seriously. I hated the main characters after that, but honestly I didn't really like them before either. Despite the main characters the gameplay is what really makes this game and it's so fun to play. Expand
  13. Jan 17, 2023
    10
    不过,无论你想怎么看它,在它扎实的故事和恰到好处的难度谜题之间,如果你正在寻找非游戏玩家感兴趣的东西,它需要两个人是一个完美的游戏。
  14. Jan 12, 2023
    10
    Posiblemente It Takes Two sea uno de los mejores juegos cooperativos de la Historia. La enorme variedad de situaciones jugables a lo largo de toda la aventura es enorme, lo que añadido a su humor, lo convierte en un juego extremadamente divertido. En cada mundo, Cody cuenta con una herramienta o poder y May cuenta con otra que lo complementa de manera que ambos tienen que cooperar, pensarPosiblemente It Takes Two sea uno de los mejores juegos cooperativos de la Historia. La enorme variedad de situaciones jugables a lo largo de toda la aventura es enorme, lo que añadido a su humor, lo convierte en un juego extremadamente divertido. En cada mundo, Cody cuenta con una herramienta o poder y May cuenta con otra que lo complementa de manera que ambos tienen que cooperar, pensar y apoyarse para resolver distintos puzzles o derrotar enemigos. Otro punto favorable es que el juego tiene muchos puntos de control, por lo que los jugadores más inexpertos pueden jugarlo sin desesperarse. Además, con un solo juego pueden jugar dos personas cada uno en su consola, una práctica cada vez menos habitual en la industria. Sin duda, it Takes Two es la obra culmen de Joseph Fares después de que Brothers y A Way Out destacaran, pero no llegaran a la excelencia. IMPRESCINDIBLE. Duración aproximada: 12-15 horas Expand
  15. Dec 27, 2022
    8
    It takes two is a really nice game for two players with a surprisingly emotional story. But you need a second person with a not so little amount of skills, otherwise you will have a very hard time since it really does take two people to complete each and every challange. The game was lucky to win Game of the Year, 2021 had no real challengers otherwise it would never stand a chance.
  16. Dec 18, 2022
    8
    REAL SCORE 8.7. The best cooperative game that has ever been made. A must if you use to play with someone else and you are looking for a cooperative game.
  17. Dec 15, 2022
    7
    اللعبه حلو مع صديقك بتستمتعون فيه و فيه تنوع و مراحل اسطوريه خاصتن غرفة البنت بس في مراحل ممله مثل النبات تقيمي 7.7
  18. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    This was the most fun I've had while gaming in a while. The graphics & art are amazing, the gameplay is excellent and the story is decent enough. The little minigames in between also add a nice little distraction from the main story and add to the diversity of the gameplay. The only minus was the camera which sometimes can act a little sketchy, Other than that, absolute must-play.This was the most fun I've had while gaming in a while. The graphics & art are amazing, the gameplay is excellent and the story is decent enough. The little minigames in between also add a nice little distraction from the main story and add to the diversity of the gameplay. The only minus was the camera which sometimes can act a little sketchy, Other than that, absolute must-play. Especially with your partner! Expand
  19. Nov 26, 2022
    10
    10 - Masterpiece
    9 - Amazing
    8 - Great
    7 - Good
    6 - Okay
    5 - Mediocre
    4 - Bad
    3 - Awful
    2 - Painful
    1 - Unbearable
  20. Nov 26, 2022
    6
    The game is fine. I liked it at first, but it got boring near the end. I expected the story to be much better, but that wasn't the case. To be honest, the ending was pretty bad. But Hakim was fantastic. I played the game with my little brother, and he thought it was an 8.
  21. Nov 17, 2022
    9
    Лучшая игра для двоих.
    Геймплей меняется на протяжении всей игры.
    Чистый кайф.
  22. Nov 8, 2022
    10
    The creativity in this game is unparalleled. I played it with a buddy of mine and we were laughing are butts off because of the things you could do in this game (whether it was planned by the developers or not)
    A lot of challenging minigames, great puzzles, great story, great bossfights, a lot of nods to other games, just all in all a very fun and lengthy game. I'd say 20+ hours of gameplay.
  23. Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Great game that covers a lot of different bases of cooperative game play. Though it feels a bit rushed 70% through the game.
  24. Sep 17, 2022
    8
    Platform estremamente vario e creativo, da giocare obbligatoriamente in due persone.
    Stile grafico originale e cartoonesco, controlli precisi e semplici da imparare.
    Longevo il giusto.
    Livello di difficoltà leggermente tarato verso il basso, il che permette di giocare anche con un compagno che non sia necessariamente esperto del genere.
  25. Sep 15, 2022
    10
    Very, very good, a interesting gameplay and many details in game design, it’s perfect couples, amazing story
  26. Sep 12, 2022
    10
    Best coop game ever to play as a couple. Tais masterpiece deserve a sequel.
  27. Aug 30, 2022
    9
    9/10........................................................................................
  28. Aug 1, 2022
    6
    Игра технически и сюжетно хороша, НО!
    Вангую, что ваша подружка/невеста/любовница/жена просто не вывезет узкие тайминги, сложные комбинации из двойных прыжков и перекатов и в целом абсолютное недружелюбие к новичку. Вы будете сидеть как дебил перед экраном, а ваша возлюбленная в сотый, а может и в тысячный раз пытаться перепрыгнуть движущиеся лезвия и игра даже не попытается ей помочь. И
    Игра технически и сюжетно хороша, НО!
    Вангую, что ваша подружка/невеста/любовница/жена просто не вывезет узкие тайминги, сложные комбинации из двойных прыжков и перекатов и в целом абсолютное недружелюбие к новичку. Вы будете сидеть как дебил перед экраном, а ваша возлюбленная в сотый, а может и в тысячный раз пытаться перепрыгнуть движущиеся лезвия и игра даже не попытается ей помочь. И вот весёлые семейные посиделки превращаются в слёзы, злость и отторжение от мира видеоигр.
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  29. Aug 1, 2022
    6
    I would say that the game is overrated, or I should say that it seemed such for me.

    From the very beginning I was disappointed with it's graphics, but OK, this game is not about the graphics and technologies. So, the main thing, which everybody is talking about is it's story and senses the game carries. Maybe it is so for teenagers or kids, but for a grown man the things discussed in
    I would say that the game is overrated, or I should say that it seemed such for me.

    From the very beginning I was disappointed with it's graphics, but OK, this game is not about the graphics and technologies.
    So, the main thing, which everybody is talking about is it's story and senses the game carries. Maybe it is so for teenagers or kids, but for a grown man the things discussed in the game are rather obvious and not so complicated.

    Also I cannot agree with all compliments to the gameplay, to it's diversity. Yes, there are a lot of mini-games, a lot of different components into the main game, but they are rather simple and unmemorable.

    I can mark the good humor and characters (the Book especially) but nothing else, so it is above medium for me.
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  30. Jul 9, 2022
    10
    You can see that this game is made with love, this game is an example why video games are form of art. Everybody should try this game. I was a little bit suspicious when it was pronounced GOTY, but i played it and i say that it is absolutely deserved.
  31. Jun 15, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i hadn't played a co-op game since "a way out" i guess , and this game brings joy to my duet experience. i really liked the part we got some kind of super-powers and i thought there should be more of that parts in the game. Expand
  32. Jun 9, 2022
    9
    Mit It Takes Two hat Josef Fares endlich auch seinen Topf mit nach Hause genommen. Und das es tatsächlich auch für den "Game of the Year" Titel gereicht hat ist nicht der mangelnden Kokurrenz geschuldet, sondern selbst wenn Horizon Forbidden West und God of War Ragnarök nicht verschoben wären, It Takes two hätte den Pokal verdient. Das kleine Koop Abenteuer, das man im besten Falle mit demMit It Takes Two hat Josef Fares endlich auch seinen Topf mit nach Hause genommen. Und das es tatsächlich auch für den "Game of the Year" Titel gereicht hat ist nicht der mangelnden Kokurrenz geschuldet, sondern selbst wenn Horizon Forbidden West und God of War Ragnarök nicht verschoben wären, It Takes two hätte den Pokal verdient. Das kleine Koop Abenteuer, das man im besten Falle mit dem Lieblingsmensch spielt, sprießt nämlich nur so vor Kreativität und gutem Gameplay. Hier stimmt einfach alles. Nie kommt Langeweile, immer kommt sofort eine neue Mechanik eine neue Idee um die Ecke, die einen wieder begeistert ans Pad fesselt. Das der großartige Action Puzzle Plattformer zudem nur im Koop zu spielen ist zeichnet das Spiel insbesondere nochmal aus. Es bleibt seiner Idee treu. Josef Fares bleibt seiner Idee treu. Das ist in Zeiten wo alles unter dem Druck des kommerziellen Erfolges produziert wird wirklich eine Seltenheit. Expand
  33. May 27, 2022
    10
    This is one of the most funnier video games that i ever played, the story is original and even beeing not the better part of the experience, is kinda interessing. The fact that this game is maded for playing with a friend makes him so original and had a very different gameplay form the majority of the games that are launched nowdays
  34. May 14, 2022
    10
    The only game that i have literally no major criticism it's definitely one of the best games
  35. May 3, 2022
    8
    Хорошая игра, которая постоянно удивляет тебя огромным кол-вом механик, вам всегда подкидывают что-то новое. Сюжет понятен, он затрагивает важные темы. Прошёл игру с девушкой, игра и умиляет и даже иногда пугает некоторыми моментами. Визуал и музыка на высоте.Хорошая игра, которая постоянно удивляет тебя огромным кол-вом механик, вам всегда подкидывают что-то новое. Сюжет понятен, он затрагивает важные темы. Прошёл игру с девушкой, игра и умиляет и даже иногда пугает некоторыми моментами. Визуал и музыка на высоте.
  36. May 1, 2022
    9
    The only real issue I have with this game is that the story is mostly (except that one part, you know the one) generic and un-memorable. Controls are fantastic, gameplay is fantastic, I recommend this game to just about everyone. A really great follow up to "A Way Out" that allows for new video game players to experience the magic that a lot of more serious players seek.
  37. Apr 16, 2022
    9
    An amazing co-op experience with a tender, sweet story. Gameplay is interesting, and the mechanics vary with each chapter—keeping you & your player 2 engaged until the very end. A must-play for gaming couples.
  38. Apr 14, 2022
    10
    A game which is absolutely not even a bit my tipical genre, but the ambient it creates playing with your significant other / friend is phenomenal.

    This game is the undoubtedly the best choice you can make, if you plan to introduce someone into gaming, who wouldn't do it by themself.
  39. Apr 11, 2022
    5
    I can't wrap my head around why everyone loves this game so much. To me it represents an evolution of all of Hazelights' strengths and weaknesses from A Way Out with one exception - unlike A Way Out, It Takes Two is actually fairly good-looking and has some very well designed levels which wasn't the case with A Way Out. But being a better version of a terrible game is nothing to bragI can't wrap my head around why everyone loves this game so much. To me it represents an evolution of all of Hazelights' strengths and weaknesses from A Way Out with one exception - unlike A Way Out, It Takes Two is actually fairly good-looking and has some very well designed levels which wasn't the case with A Way Out. But being a better version of a terrible game is nothing to brag about.

    So the pros are back, the game constantly introduces new mechanics and is constantly changing - it never really allows itself to get boring. The cinematic moments are back and better than ever with some of them being so good that me and my co-op partner said "yooo that was awesome" out loud. Unfortunately all the cons from the past are also back and so much worse.

    While A Way Out's plot and characters were dull and boring the plot and characters in It Takes Two are aggressively bad and obnoxious. Considering this annoyingly lengthy game relies on a divorce storyline it's baffling how the writers managed to make two protagonists who could never, would never and should never have gotten married in the first place, let alone have a child. It's like they are an amalgamation of everything terrible you could have in a SO and the things they do show that they really don't care about their daughter, they just want to get out of the situation they are in, making the ending just laughable. Add to that a love guru who made me roll my eyes every time he was on screen and you really start to wonder " If they tried, could they make this any worse?" . The other problem is that once again Hazelights' game is a jack of all trades but a master of none. Almost all mechanics feel cheap and uninspired. There were a few that were fun but the vast majority just failed to impress.

    If it wasn't for the bonkers amount of different and well-designed levels, the few amazing cinematic moments and the few fun gameplay segments I would say this game is another dud. Instead I'll say that It Takes Two is a step in the right direction for Hazelight but a marathon run away from a genuinely good game. Please guys, fire all your writers and hire new ones. A very mediocre 5/10
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  40. Apr 7, 2022
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wtf is wrong with the parents in this game. You'd have to be Satan himself to do what they did to that elephant and think that was the right thing to do. Expand
  41. Mar 16, 2022
    9
    It's like a way out but a lot less narrative focused and generally a lot more fun.
  42. Mar 1, 2022
    10
    Best game ever to play with your partner. You are not going to stop until the end. Very immersive and with a great history.
  43. Feb 28, 2022
    8
    This is a really special game. I am a firm believer in the couch co-op experience, which is something that is being lost in the online focused world of gaming. I came into this game with little to no expectations on what the experience would be like other than "co-op focused", but was pleasantly surprised, amused and delighted by the experience. The story is relatively simple and theThis is a really special game. I am a firm believer in the couch co-op experience, which is something that is being lost in the online focused world of gaming. I came into this game with little to no expectations on what the experience would be like other than "co-op focused", but was pleasantly surprised, amused and delighted by the experience. The story is relatively simple and the puzzles aren't groundbreaking, but the gameplay, art direction, and dialogue throughout drive this game forward immensely. It was a pleasure to play something built from the ground-up for cooperative play. At the end of the game, I felt as though it was a thoroughly special experience that should delight any player. Expand
  44. Feb 27, 2022
    8
    Cody and May are planning on getting a divorce, but having told their daughter Rose the news, the pair find themselves transformed into anthropomorphic dolls tasked with fixing their relationship if they ever wish to return to their own bodies.

    It Takes Two is a co-op only game that can be played either split-screen or online (generously only one player actually needs to buy the game).
    Cody and May are planning on getting a divorce, but having told their daughter Rose the news, the pair find themselves transformed into anthropomorphic dolls tasked with fixing their relationship if they ever wish to return to their own bodies.

    It Takes Two is a co-op only game that can be played either split-screen or online (generously only one player actually needs to buy the game). Developers Hazelight Studios first experimented with cooperative gaming in A Way Out, but whilst that had some good ideas, the gameplay was ultimately a little shallow and repetitive. That is certainly not the case here however, as the game constantly introduces new ideas and gameplay styles throughout its 15-20 hour run time. Add a genuinely funny script, and you have one of the best co-op experiences available on any console.
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  45. Feb 15, 2022
    4
    More like It Takes Years. It's very long and drags out so much that we got incredibly bored and were wishing it to be over.
    The four points are for the co-op missions, which are honestly very fun, and the environments are very pretty to look at, but the story drags so much. The reasons for their divorce were laughable.
  46. Feb 13, 2022
    10
    The absolute perfect game to play with someone who doesn’t game often. I played it with my girlfriend and we had a blast! The gameplay changes all the time, and the game manages to be challenging while being very forgiving. I really enjoyed this one, I hope more couch multiplayer titles come along!
  47. Feb 7, 2022
    10
    This game is amazing and highly anticipated! In addition to the fact that it raises the topic of family values, relationships and personal realisation, which as you see is still relevant to this day. Americans generally spend a lot of money on sexologists and Russians get drunk because of it. The game also returns the main meaning of game consoles - to play with friends and family, sittingThis game is amazing and highly anticipated! In addition to the fact that it raises the topic of family values, relationships and personal realisation, which as you see is still relevant to this day. Americans generally spend a lot of money on sexologists and Russians get drunk because of it. The game also returns the main meaning of game consoles - to play with friends and family, sitting side by side and spending time together. Due to commercialism, gaming companies have forgotten what these consoles were actually created for, the origins. And in pursuit of money, they made a substitution in the face of the Internet. The game by the Internet will never replace the bunch of emotions that people will get by playing and sitting together on the same sofa. I was very impressed with the script, colors and concept elaboration of the game. Expand
  48. Feb 3, 2022
    10
    Лучший игровой опыт за последние несколько лет!
  49. Feb 3, 2022
    10
    Best Co-op game I've ever played.

    We need more of couch co-op game like this one instead of online co-op. Hopefully they are making another masterpiece of couch co-op game because its very hard nowadays to find a couch co-op game (in the world of Playstation).
  50. Feb 2, 2022
    9
    新冠同样改变了游戏界,一个可能算不上3A级别的游戏,用新鲜的玩法征服了挑剔的评委,也抓住了想和女性友人一起通关的玩家的心
  51. Jan 23, 2022
    10
    Beautiful game. It was very funny to play it. My girlfriend liked it two. It has great music, visual design and game design.
  52. Jan 21, 2022
    10
    Это нереально огромная работа, над столь чудесной игрой, просто шедевр. Лучшая коопная игра ever. Огромное спасибо команде разработчиков, это GOTY
  53. Jan 20, 2022
    10
    One of the few games which surprised me in the last few years. It's super deserved GOTY
  54. Jan 18, 2022
    8
    Uno dei platform più innovativi è solidi degli ultimi anni, originale e con la giusta difficoltà, il gioco in due aggiunge meccaniche molto interessanti, non un gioco perfetto, la mia esperienza è costellata da bug e morti improvvise, sarà perché posseggo la copia per ps4, ma a volte sembra che si alternino picchi di genialità e generiche sezioni di piattaforme
  55. Jan 16, 2022
    10
    This is a great game. The authors managed to create a game that is simple to play, but still never gets repetitive. The story is touching and it makes you care about the characters a lot. My girlfriend and I loved playing it.
  56. Jan 14, 2022
    10
    The best game for two in history. Amazing. Incredibly varied gameplay, amazing graphics and design, great story.
  57. Jan 13, 2022
    10
    It Takes Two was visually both very cute but also very beautiful; I just love how unique and intricate each chapter was from each other, I think visually the best chapters were the Cuckoo Clock, Snow Globe, and Attic chapters and the most fun chapters to me were the Snow Globe and Rose's Room chapters. I loved how the puzzles were challenging but not so challenging that they feel like youIt Takes Two was visually both very cute but also very beautiful; I just love how unique and intricate each chapter was from each other, I think visually the best chapters were the Cuckoo Clock, Snow Globe, and Attic chapters and the most fun chapters to me were the Snow Globe and Rose's Room chapters. I loved how the puzzles were challenging but not so challenging that they feel like you could never get past them and the minigames were such a fun part to give a short break between the story. The sheer amount of different genres of games they incorporated into this game was awesome. I also really loved how they contrasted the more cartoony style of the game and the humor with a very deep story and beautiful message, the story was very well written. The performances from Joseph Balderrama and Annabelle Dowler were superb. The music was excellent. An A+ game and one of my top 5 favorite games I've ever played. Expand
  58. Jan 8, 2022
    10
    Im not joking this was the christmas game i was always hoping for, I played it with my girlfriend and we had such a blast and we will also replay it since it it FULL of amazingly polished mechanics, It takes tow does a lot and they do ALOT AMAZING. I say it is my favorite couch co-op game ever made. Next game that is comparable amazing is Broforce which is also so much fun with friends on a couch.
  59. Jan 6, 2022
    10
    Very cool!! Super. Good job
  60. Jan 4, 2022
    8
    Prós:
    - Experiencia Unica
    - Jogabilidade - Direção de arte - Level design - Trilha sonora Contras: - Enredo ( pra quem procura um enredo mais interessante pode acabar se decepcionando) Conclusão: se você procura um game divertido pra se jogar com aquele amigo ou companheira/o esse é o game certo muitos puzzles interessantes e podendo se tornar até dificieis dependendo da
    Prós:
    - Experiencia Unica
    - Jogabilidade
    - Direção de arte
    - Level design
    - Trilha sonora

    Contras:
    - Enredo ( pra quem procura um enredo mais interessante pode acabar se decepcionando)

    Conclusão: se você procura um game divertido pra se jogar com aquele amigo ou companheira/o esse é o game certo muitos puzzles interessantes e podendo se tornar até dificieis dependendo da habilidade de seu par, com certeza recomendo.
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  61. Jan 2, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It Takes Two is a great coop game. One of the best designed puzzle/platformers I've ever played. The visuals are gorgeous, the variety is insane, the controls are pleasant and responsive, and every new area brings something new.

    At the same time the story is a huge weak link.

    The game centers around a husband and wife on the brink of divorce who are magically transformed into toys and have to navigate and world of magic and imagination, where toys come to life and squirrels wage a high-tech military campaign against wasps.

    The mini-stories that every new area is centered around are pretty great: they're fun, quirky and pretty out there in a good way. But the major plotline is, plainly, mediocre. First, the game does very little to make the characters even remotely likable. The man and the woman are in a toxic relationship, they shower each other with generic family-drama-style whiney complaints; the daughter character is hardly more than an equally generic sad face. There's no depth to the conflict, and there's very little reason to root for them. They look like people who, indeed, should not be together.

    The other story issue I have with the game are the sudden displays of cruelty and unceremonious violence in this otherwise quirky and funny world.

    The protagonists-turned-toys are shown in-universe as being able to constantly resurrect upon dying, and they're constantly subjected to being killed (including by each other) for laughs—note, they're also clearly shown to *not* be immune to pain. Characters (toys and even household objects, many of which are randomly alive in this world) are routinely hurt, mistreated and downright killed off. And while this may be viewed as an intentional attempt to demonstrate how these people grew cold and unempathetic over the course of their failed marriage and how this supposedly contrasts the mind of their innocent child, even if that was the idea, it doesn't work at all. The game paints a cutesy, brightly-colored, fairy-tale-like atmosphere, as if it's going to tell a Pixar-like tale of emotional growth, and scenes of cruelty feel downright tone-deaf against that backdrop.

    Me and my S.O. have been playing It Takes Two and enjoying the gameplay a lot, but the story bits have made us both uncomfortable more than once. We're not setting our expectations high for the conclusion.
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  62. Jan 2, 2022
    3
    This game is extremely overrated. Yeah, the gameplay is fun and all, but the plot and characters are some of the worst I've seen in a while. In fact, the characters are so unlikable, I didn't want to continue playing the game despite the fun I had with gameplay. And no, they do not change until the very very end of the game, where they magically transform into good parents and humanThis game is extremely overrated. Yeah, the gameplay is fun and all, but the plot and characters are some of the worst I've seen in a while. In fact, the characters are so unlikable, I didn't want to continue playing the game despite the fun I had with gameplay. And no, they do not change until the very very end of the game, where they magically transform into good parents and human beings. Which is a terrible way to deliver a message about being good parents. I went into this game sure I'd have a lot of fun, and came out if it bitter and frustrated. I understand not everyone thinks about plot and characters that much, but come on, here they are not only bad, but arguably are a negative influence on those who play. The game treats the characters' stupidity and bitterness and neglect as a joke, and it's disgusting. Not because you CAN'T joke about that kinda stuff, but because this is a joke without a punchline: those despicable humans get forgiveness at the end, despite the fact that they did not earn it. All the score points I give are for the style and gameplay, dragged down by the terrible story. Expand
  63. Dec 30, 2021
    0
    I can say almost NOTHING positive about this "game". It does NOT deserve the GOTY award, even by a longshot.

    Originally intended to be a puzzle game? Wow, even a 6 year old kid could have solved it. Now for the serious words. This game showed me the following: -Hideous artwork -Animal abuse -Disrespect to the Game Industry as a whole -Cyberpunk 2077 looks like a bug-free game
    I can say almost NOTHING positive about this "game". It does NOT deserve the GOTY award, even by a longshot.

    Originally intended to be a puzzle game? Wow, even a 6 year old kid could have solved it. Now for the serious words. This game showed me the following:
    -Hideous artwork
    -Animal abuse
    -Disrespect to the Game Industry as a whole
    -Cyberpunk 2077 looks like a bug-free game compared to this one on a console
    -Sadistic protagonists (and probable zoophiles seeing their behaviors)
    -pathetic storyline and plots
    -Critics and fanboys SUGERCOATING the game in order to hide the awfulness of this wannabe game (SHAME ON YOU POSITIVE REVIEWS AND CRITICS, YOU GUYS ARE ENJOYING A GAME ABOUT ELEPHANT ABUSE, LITERALLY)
    -NO potential whatsoever

    And for the good side? It was fun seeing how they pretended this game was family-friendly, when even Postal 2 looked like a Christian game better than this piece of garbage. 0 out of 10.
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  64. Dec 30, 2021
    4
    Actually a great game in a creative setting, which became so rare these days. What I hate about this game is the difficulty. There's no way that you beat the bosses, even at a very early stage, when one of the players is inexperienced. To me that's a huge design flaw. I know that it's game of the year and that it has great reviews. Nevertheless I am extremely disappointed. Why not provideActually a great game in a creative setting, which became so rare these days. What I hate about this game is the difficulty. There's no way that you beat the bosses, even at a very early stage, when one of the players is inexperienced. To me that's a huge design flaw. I know that it's game of the year and that it has great reviews. Nevertheless I am extremely disappointed. Why not provide a difficulty setting for each player or at least one for both? Not giving a choice, like in all these souls-like games, is nothing but arrogance to me. I'm only interested in stories, not in progressing as a gamer. Expand
  65. Dec 29, 2021
    2
    I played this game with my wife, and it looked so fun to be divorced that we decided to end the relationship:)
  66. Dec 26, 2021
    6
    Jeu élu jeu de l'année aux Games Awards, je m'étais dit que j'avais dû passer à côté d'un joyaux... Mais, non, ce n'était absolument pas le cas. Certes, le jeu est plutôt joli et amusant mais je n'y ai rien trouvé de fantastique. Un bon petit jeu qui amusera quelques heures mais il y a nettement mieux.
  67. Dec 18, 2021
    10
    Really one of the best games that I played on my life. Good enemies, good plot, experience, puzzles. This game is so incredible!
  68. Dec 11, 2021
    10
    This is the first, and coincidentally, the best game that I have played on PS4 so far. Featuring amazing storyline, graphics, and countless hours of fun, this game is an incredible journey when playing with your partner.
  69. Dec 10, 2021
    0
    Unbelievably overrated. It's a children's platformer that relies on coop to make it seem like a great game.
  70. Dec 9, 2021
    1
    Le doy baja calificación por esa burla hacia México y el resto de Hispanoamérica al no incluir textos de nuestra región, y nos obligan leer lo de España.

    Hasta Brasil tiene una traducción propia, que es solo un país en el continente.

    No recomiendo el videojuego si quieres algo de single player, y obviamente tampoco por hacernos jugar en inglés o el español ibérico.
  71. Dec 8, 2021
    10
    Simply incredible! The platforming is fantastic, the mechanics are varied and great fun, the story is both touching and fun. At times it feels like playing a pixar movie. You'd be doing yourself a great disservice by missing out on this one. It's a must buy for sure!
  72. Dec 8, 2021
    10
    Лучшая кооперативная игра, в которую доводилось играть. Помимо развлекательного характера, в игре очень сильный сюжет с правильным посылом для взрослых и детей. Получил неимоверные эмоции.
  73. Dec 6, 2021
    10
    The best game this year. Story, gameplay, cooperative…
  74. Dec 5, 2021
    10
    Шикарная кооперативная игра, полностью оправдывает свою стоимость, особенно если взять по скидке
  75. Nov 29, 2021
    10
    Шедевр
    Лучшая кооперативная игра за всю историю
    Потрясающий геймплей, режиссура и дизайн уровней.
    Аплодирую стоя
  76. Nov 27, 2021
    10
    太好玩了,游戏的关卡设计将两人的配合发挥到了极致,极致到连跳过动画都需要两个人都长按按键。虽然关卡已经很多很好玩了,但是通关后还是觉得意犹未尽,期待DLC或者续作?(大概率是没有),也期待类似玩法的游戏。
    除开线性的主线剧情,游戏中有很多地方可以自由探索,解锁小游戏,或者和物体互动,各种小细节非常用心。
    唯一的缺点可能是对于平时不太玩游戏的人可能偏难,经常是我等我老婆过关,并看着她一次次死掉。上手后到游戏中后期会好一点。
    太好玩了,游戏的关卡设计将两人的配合发挥到了极致,极致到连跳过动画都需要两个人都长按按键。虽然关卡已经很多很好玩了,但是通关后还是觉得意犹未尽,期待DLC或者续作?(大概率是没有),也期待类似玩法的游戏。
    除开线性的主线剧情,游戏中有很多地方可以自由探索,解锁小游戏,或者和物体互动,各种小细节非常用心。
    唯一的缺点可能是对于平时不太玩游戏的人可能偏难,经常是我等我老婆过关,并看着她一次次死掉。上手后到游戏中后期会好一点。
  77. Nov 22, 2021
    9
    Pretty outdated graphics, animation like it's 10 years old. However, I give a rating of 9 as an encouragement to the Creators for creating a forgotten type of game for two people on a console. I remind all creators that consoles support more than one controller and gained popularity thanks to the games for two players.
  78. Nov 20, 2021
    10
    Great game that loves its players and gives you long adventure filled with huge amount of mechanics and little fun stuff to do with your partner on this journey
  79. Nov 20, 2021
    10
    Ce jeu est juste une merveille! J’ai pris un très grand plaisir de le faire avec mon fils.
  80. Nov 18, 2021
    9
    It's a puzzle game, what can you say. I like the premise.

    However, the best thing to come out of this game is all the salt from video game journalists that get offended at a game telling you to work on your relationship instead of just leaving it and ruining your child's life. Honestly, some reviewers mentioned this brough back "memories of trauma". What better comedy can you have
    It's a puzzle game, what can you say. I like the premise.

    However, the best thing to come out of this game is all the salt from video game journalists that get offended at a game telling you to work on your relationship instead of just leaving it and ruining your child's life.

    Honestly, some reviewers mentioned this brough back "memories of trauma". What better comedy can you have than this? Thank you It Takes Two.
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  81. Nov 18, 2021
    10
    This game should easily get game of the year, I enjoyed every minute of it and played it 3 times, the levels are not copied each level is new story unlike other games. If you haven't played this game I highly recommend it!
  82. Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Лучшая игра в своем жанре, если вам с не во что играть, то берите своего друга или подругу и проходите эту игру. Игра проходится на одном дыхании. Всем советую
  83. Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Nobody can imagine how amazing is this game its the game of the year 2021 .
  84. Nov 6, 2021
    10
    Лучшая кооперативная игра на 2х человек, что я играл. Отличный геймплей, классная графика, достойный сюжет.
    Кто хочет с девушкой или другом нереально крутой кооператив на 10-20 часов - 100% не ошибетесь. Перечислять достоинства нет смысла, просто начните играть и вы сами все поймёте.
    Лучшая кооперативная игра на 2х человек, что я играл. Отличный геймплей, классная графика, достойный сюжет.
    Кто хочет с девушкой или другом нереально крутой кооператив на 10-20 часов - 100% не ошибетесь. Перечислять достоинства нет смысла, просто начните играть и вы сами все поймёте.
  85. Oct 30, 2021
    10
    Прекрасная игра, всем советую. Добрый и важный посыл , приятная графика , прикольный сюжет.
  86. Oct 16, 2021
    10
    Amazing story-telling, and an excellent way of introducing someone to gaming. Recommended!
  87. Oct 6, 2021
    10
    This game is a GEM. I haven't been so much into a game for many years. Regarding the gameplay- there are so many new ideas integrated, the game is so much fun and I can't believe how much NOT repetitive. The levels design is gorgeous.

    I love it! I'm buying all of the studio's other games.
  88. Oct 2, 2021
    10
    Best co-op game ever. Friendly for all gamers. Awesome locations with great unique gameplay.
  89. Sep 17, 2021
    9
    If you have a partner, PLAY THIS GAME.
    Creative levels with good dialogue with 0 repetition. The graphics are good, sound design is good, characters are good, the platforming mechanics are good. There's only 1 problem tho, the glitches. Sometimes stuff happen that make me unable to continue the game so I have to reload to the last checkpoint but still one of the best games ever and
    If you have a partner, PLAY THIS GAME.
    Creative levels with good dialogue with 0 repetition. The graphics are good, sound design is good, characters are good, the platforming mechanics are good. There's only 1 problem tho, the glitches. Sometimes stuff happen that make me unable to continue the game so I have to reload to the last checkpoint but still one of the best games ever and definitely a must have
    9/10
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  90. Sep 24, 2021
    9
    Really Nice game. Enjoyed alot to play with my wife, totally recomend! 9/10
  91. Sep 23, 2021
    10
    The best game for 2 person. A lot of difference mechanics and interesting puzzles.
  92. Sep 19, 2021
    9
    Amazing co-op game! At first I kept seeing all the ads for the game and it didn't peak my interest, but I heard some people say good things about it. Convinced my friend to play it with me and we both loved it.

    One of the best co-op games in a long time.
  93. Sep 16, 2021
    5
    Pure excellence! The development team should be beaming with pride with the outcome of this exceptional title. Immediately immersive & uses the full palette of PS4 capabilities, uniting motion, vibration, sound, speed and urgency. It took an hour or so to realise that one of the great joys of the game was the absence of hunting/hoarding loot. Just pure experiential gameplay and narrative.Pure excellence! The development team should be beaming with pride with the outcome of this exceptional title. Immediately immersive & uses the full palette of PS4 capabilities, uniting motion, vibration, sound, speed and urgency. It took an hour or so to realise that one of the great joys of the game was the absence of hunting/hoarding loot. Just pure experiential gameplay and narrative. The journey creates various game mechanics and utilises different camera angles to enhance the experience. Everyone should try this game with a mate or partner. I promise you won’t be disappointed. Once again congrats dev team! Start on the next one!! Expand
  94. Sep 12, 2021
    10
    Nowadays there's a lack of splitscreen games because they are being replaced by online multiplayer, but this one is the best local co-op I've ever played on PS4.

    The gameplay is smooth, the graphics are pretty (I dont need every single game to be hyperrealistic) and of course: fun. If I had to describe It Takes Two with one word it would be that one. It's the exact definition of game
    Nowadays there's a lack of splitscreen games because they are being replaced by online multiplayer, but this one is the best local co-op I've ever played on PS4.

    The gameplay is smooth, the graphics are pretty (I dont need every single game to be hyperrealistic) and of course: fun. If I had to describe It Takes Two with one word it would be that one. It's the exact definition of game you should play with your couple / close friend.

    The only flaw i found was the lenght, as it only took me 15h to achieve platinum, though it's a pretty cheap game so it's something that I personally can forgive.
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  95. Aug 17, 2021
    9
    Um jogo espetacular que cumpre muito bem a sua proposta: Divertir você. Não é nenhuma obra de arte, mas você sem dúvidas se divertirá horrores jogando em coop.
  96. Aug 15, 2021
    0
    It seems like EA really spent a lot of money on false advertisements disguised as user reviews. None of the positive reviews seem authentic, those who have played the game knows exactly what I mean. Same goes for these fraudulent video games websites that haven't rated this below 2-3. The game has nothing to do with fun, reminds me of a time when players had to guess what to do to keepIt seems like EA really spent a lot of money on false advertisements disguised as user reviews. None of the positive reviews seem authentic, those who have played the game knows exactly what I mean. Same goes for these fraudulent video games websites that haven't rated this below 2-3. The game has nothing to do with fun, reminds me of a time when players had to guess what to do to keep progressing in the game. Controls are clunky, puzzles are either stupidly easy or just impossible to understand. Most of the time the game doesn't do anything to make the stage or goal clear, one of the worst co op games of all times. Btw when you make a game that has split screen you should really make camera controls that are possible to get around. Stupid game that feels more like an elementary school quiz than a game. I can't really see anyone having fun with this, I vote this for the worst game of the decade... They should really have a money back option on psn, maybe this way we'll see developers like this go extinct as they should. Expand
  97. Aug 13, 2021
    9
    A great storyline, combined with good and varied game mechanics. This game kept me and the wife coming back night after night to keep playing. Wholly recommended!
  98. Aug 2, 2021
    10
    Incredible game! My ten year old son and I played this game through in three nights for maybe 6 hours at a time. The way the levels progress and change pulls you in and keeps you constantly entertained. The story is well written with a messege of love throughout and the music is beautiful. We had so much fun and laughs playing this game. Incredibly satisfied. If you want to play a gameIncredible game! My ten year old son and I played this game through in three nights for maybe 6 hours at a time. The way the levels progress and change pulls you in and keeps you constantly entertained. The story is well written with a messege of love throughout and the music is beautiful. We had so much fun and laughs playing this game. Incredibly satisfied. If you want to play a game with your kid play this one. Expand
  99. Jul 26, 2021
    9
    One of the best if not the best Co-op games around. Every section has new gameplay gimmicks that are fun and engaging. The variety offered in this game is quite astounding really. The story can be divisive. I liked the back n forth between a divorcing couple AND I really enjoyed some of the darker elements of the story.
  100. Jul 22, 2021
    9
    A massive step up from A Way Out which was an impressive game itself but this takes it to another level altogether. Amazing level design, fantastic gameplay mechanics and a very good story overall despite a somewhat abrupt disappointing ending. I was very surprised with how much this game has to offer in terms of content as I racked up roughly 15 hours on my first playthrough. A joy toA massive step up from A Way Out which was an impressive game itself but this takes it to another level altogether. Amazing level design, fantastic gameplay mechanics and a very good story overall despite a somewhat abrupt disappointing ending. I was very surprised with how much this game has to offer in terms of content as I racked up roughly 15 hours on my first playthrough. A joy to play for sure. Expand
Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Jan 6, 2022
    80
    It Takes Two takes the tried and true action/adventure-puzzler genre and turns it into possibly the most collaborative split-screen co-op game ever created. Coupled with the presented marital issues between the main characters that make for fantastic springboards to discuss with your own Player 2, It Takes Two will strongly resonate with just about anyone who picks up a controller. Although character development was a bit lacking and the story somewhat sluggish, these issues do not diminish the incredibly imaginative level design and supremely enjoyable boss battles. If you’re looking for a case study in co-op puzzle games that deserves to define the genre going forward, grab a partner and pick up It Takes Two.
  2. Sep 1, 2021
    100
    However you want to look at it, though, between its solid story and its just-the-right-difficulty puzzles, It Takes Two is a perfect game if you’re looking for something that will interest non-gamer[s].
  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Jun 17, 2021
    85
    Josef Fares wasn’t kidding when he said that It Takes Two is unlike any other platformer: it’s amazing how many various mechanics and ideas found their place in this game. [Issue#253, p.32]