It Takes Two

 Xbox Series X
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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 438 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 36 out of 438
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  1. Bump
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    This game is fantastic! I've probably only written one or two reviews over the many years of hanging out on Metacritic but my wife and i have had so much fun playing this game together that i needed to say something about how excellent this game is. This would be so easy to pass on, please don't! YOU'LL LOVE IT!
  2. NatsukiGushiken
    Apr 23, 2021
    10
    Very fun, very fantastic. Beautiful plot. Amazing gameplay. Absolutely a masterpiece!
  3. javellinh
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    Best co-op gaming experience i've ever had. This game looks and feels just incredible, Josef done it again.

    MUST HAVE for couples, specially if you want to introduce "what is video games" for your spouse
  4. VictorWeb
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    Сегодня так мало классных кооперативных игр, я просто не могу поставить ниже 10.
  5. Robinxbox
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    The best gaming experience I have ever had, absolutely incredible, 100 different gaming mechanics and ideas, every level completely unique, pure genius, my mind still tries to handle that level design and all that brilliance
  6. antoniomit
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    Increible! Necesitamos muchos mas juegos como este. Uno de mis top 5 coop juegos
  7. Hannahhanma
    Nov 2, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Cut the scene with the elephant toy!
    It's unforgivable. I just can't stand this
    (;*△*;)    … Expand
  8. alex_fan
    Apr 5, 2021
    0
    even though I played it with my wife we both got bored fast. even our kids got bored fast
  9. genesisboy
    Apr 5, 2021
    0
    I only have one person to play this game with and he is a bad gamer therefore it would be great If this game had single-player mode.
  10. sex69
    Mar 28, 2021
    0
    Why did you make a game for these couples? This game is a game that curses a person who is alone.
  11. Ashvini98
    Apr 28, 2021
    0
    according to me after playing game one of the best game absolutely beautiful. the graphics are very nice and aesthetic. the story is just amazing, one of the best story games I've ever played. this game literally left me speechless. this is one of the few games that really touched me and that I had a strong connection to the characters. this game is definitely the best game of 2021 and itaccording to me after playing game one of the best game absolutely beautiful. the graphics are very nice and aesthetic. the story is just amazing, one of the best story games I've ever played. this game literally left me speechless. this is one of the few games that really touched me and that I had a strong connection to the characters. this game is definitely the best game of 2021 and it will be really hard to top. I can't describe how much fun I had playing this game and how emotional it made me. It's absolutely worth the money, so anyone who stumbles across it shouldn't think twice about buying it. I wanna say a big thank you to the developers for developing a game this amazing and creative.

    Graphics:
    It Takes Two: You'll need Windows 8.1 or 10, a graphics card like a AMD R7 260X, Nvidia GTX 660, or equivalent, 8GB of RAM, and an Intel i3 2100T, AMD FX 6100, or equivalent processor to meet the minimum requirements.

    game play :

    It Takes Two is an action-adventure video game with elements from platform games. It is specifically designed for split-screen cooperative multiplayer, which means that it must be played with another player through either local or online play. The game features a large number of game mechanics from various video game genres.[1] These gameplay mechanics are connected to the story and the theme of the level. For instance, in one level, Cody gains the ability to rewind time, whereas May can replicate herself. Players have to cooperate with each other and utilize these abilities in order to progress. The game also features a large number of minigames

    about difficulty :

    nothing such difficulties has go to me every setup is okay.

    layout and design :

    it takes two game’s design is very good and attractive. The colors of its design is very good and one will never feel bored in this game. This game has amazing interface with amazing colors and smoothly feel. It contains many characters that can be unlocked by collecting artifacts in the mystery boxes. One can play with different different maps and different different themes in this game.

    Sound and Graphics:

    it takes two is an excellent outcome to one of my favorite video games. The graphics it takes two is so amazing and smooth that every characters, objects are very much clear – everything is crisper, exciting and the environment feels more vibrant and exciting in the game. It’s graphic is more beautiful than other games I have played till. The pace of the characters and their sense has performed best.

    Sounds while playing the game is medium and very nice. And also this game has background music while playing the game. This has given me a sweet experience while playing the game.    … Expand
  12. ROK8
    Jul 11, 2021
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beautiful graphics and fun gameplay. Playing with my daughter is a blast and the co-op works. Not too difficult so high on fun collab.… Expand
  13. Suter
    Feb 1, 2022
    1
    I get this was 2021 Game of the Year, but for me and my wife, this game is a nightmare. This game is too difficult for casual players. My wife is insufferably terrible at this, and I would literally need to wait a half hour for her to figure out what to do. There needs to be an easy mode or handy cap for casual players. The only thing this game did was ignite my frustration and angerI get this was 2021 Game of the Year, but for me and my wife, this game is a nightmare. This game is too difficult for casual players. My wife is insufferably terrible at this, and I would literally need to wait a half hour for her to figure out what to do. There needs to be an easy mode or handy cap for casual players. The only thing this game did was ignite my frustration and anger at my wife after we spent an hour on the beetle arena boss with her getting in 0 shots and being totally confused by the controls. It's kind of ironic and a slap in the face that this game is about divorce, getting couples to "come together". All this game did was the opposite. Eventhough the game is beautifully design, I must judge this based on its effect. We both hate this game.… Expand
  14. Mulder46
    May 7, 2021
    10
    El mejor juego que jugué desde hace much tiempo, muy original, divertido y un nivel fácil que no hace que te quedes atrancado, es para divertirte 100% y relajarte
  15. MorganFreemen
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    Bellissimo! Bellissimo! Bellissimo! Bellissimo! Bellissimo! Bellissimo! Bellissimo! Bellissimo! Bellissimo!
  16. Forest1991
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    This is one of the best games I've ever played! I recommend to everyone to buy.
  17. ironmanrr
    Jun 24, 2021
    0
    After playing almost all Lego games with my 6 year old son. We were looking for a new coop game. It Takes Two is probably the best coop game ever. It's fun, it's witty, it's hard but playable for a 6 year old. We had so many high fives playing this game together. If you are a dad looking for a game to play with your son, this is it! Lego City Undercover and It Takes Two are the video gamesAfter playing almost all Lego games with my 6 year old son. We were looking for a new coop game. It Takes Two is probably the best coop game ever. It's fun, it's witty, it's hard but playable for a 6 year old. We had so many high fives playing this game together. If you are a dad looking for a game to play with your son, this is it! Lego City Undercover and It Takes Two are the video games to play with your kids :)… Expand
  18. pvadimr
    Aug 7, 2021
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Мы с женой купили данную игру. С самого начала хочу отметить плюсы:
    1. Механика
    2. Графика, арт дизайн
    Все эти плюсы перечёркиваются омерзительным сюжетом. С самого начала к родителям девочки не испытываешь сочувствия. Шутки раздражают. Их поведение вряд ли можно назвать адекватным по отношению к своей дочери. Но на всё это не обращали внимания благодаря увлекательному геймплею. Но глава с замком, особенно её концовка, отбили любое желание продолжать игру. Мы с женой с отвращением убрали геймпады в сторону, удалили игру. Считаю игру аморальной, идеологически вредной, не вызывающей ничего, кроме чувства отвращения. Тот случай, когда "сюжет" убил всё хорошее, а хорошего было много. Надеюсь, Фарес сохранит положительные моменты игры и найдёт нормального сценариста.    … Expand
  19. hoohoo
    Jan 26, 2022
    7
    Quite good, but nothing spectacular. Playing with the wife makes us only cringe about the relationship advice. Very easy for me. Quite difficult to the non-gamer wife, just due to controls.
  20. rschech13
    Mar 31, 2021
    9
    It Takes Two has been an absolute delight. I've played the first few hours with my wife (who is not much of a gamer aside from OG Mario on SNES and Animal Crossing), and it has been the perfect co-op experience. The story is heartfelt, the puzzles present enough of a challenge without causing frustration, and the visuals on Series X are quite nice. I'm looking forward to completing thisIt Takes Two has been an absolute delight. I've played the first few hours with my wife (who is not much of a gamer aside from OG Mario on SNES and Animal Crossing), and it has been the perfect co-op experience. The story is heartfelt, the puzzles present enough of a challenge without causing frustration, and the visuals on Series X are quite nice. I'm looking forward to completing this story soon!… Expand
  21. tomrein
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Best co-op game out there! Cool and creative game mechanics. Much variation, you never get bored. Masterpiece.
  22. guiletheguiles
    Dec 26, 2021
    8
    I'm not the biggest fan of platformers and definitely not a into games that require you to play with others in order to experience it, but It Takes Two became a high exception.

    This game screams creativity and charm, excelling expectations when it comes to gameplay and variety! It's incredible! Every level throws something surprising at you and it hardly ever makes it repetitive. Each    I'm not the biggest fan of platformers and definitely not a into games that require you to play with others in order to experience it, but It Takes Two became a high exception.

    This game screams creativity and charm, excelling expectations when it comes to gameplay and variety! It's incredible!
    Every level throws something surprising at you and it hardly ever makes it repetitive. Each new mechanic is simple to master, clever in its co-op execution and perfected by very well done level designs. You never know what to expect and once you discover something different, it always manages to feel fresh and imaginative.
    Technically, It Takes Two is wonderful. Not only it plays great, with comfortable and responsive platforming controls, but it also looks beautiful. It's definitely not "net-gen-graphics", but it delighted me with nice textures, beautiful environments, good-looking monsters/characters models and high levels of charm.

    As for the story, it's fine. It's not GREAT and most of the times it sounds quite silly, but it's sweet enough to keep you curious to see the end. I also love how the tale's pace transforms it into many other types of genres. For example, there's a boss fight mimicking Street Fighter and a Diablo-like level. Even the mini-games and the way you compete with your co-op partner ties into May and Cody's ordeal.

    But I have to say that the writing could have been a lot better. It's fine, but it's just not remarkable and I blame the way it was told. I also felt like the game tried too hard to be funny and just failed. That annoying Book of Love, for example, is horrible. The worst thing about him is that he is crucial to the story and you're tied to him.
    The ending is also quite hollow, in my opinion. It left me wanting more.
    Which is weird to say, because around the final two levels I felt like It Takes Two started to drag a little. Don't get me wrong, the fun-factor and entertaining mechanics were still there, but it started to get a little bit stale. And maybe one of the main reasons for that is the boss fights. Very few of them are actually cool. They are very gimmicky, lack any type of challenge and only end up breaking the pacing of the game's fantastic level design.

    And one last thing that may come off as negative is the fact that you NEED to play this game with somebody. And not just anybody, you need to communicate and work well together to reach the ending. And I know that It Takes Two's entire foundation is built around playing co-op - that's alright - but it sucks to know that many people won't play this game as it should be experienced or may never even touch it.

    I didn't think I'd get to have time to finish any other game in 2021, but I'm happy that I finished It Takes Two. It was without a doubt one of the greatest co-op experiences I've ever had and definitely one of the smartest platformers I've ever played.
    Just find the right person to play it with.    … Expand
  23. SuperkenGaming
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    It Takes Two
    to make a thing go right
    It takes towo is a 12 hour long co op based puzzle platforming game and this is the best co op gave ive ever played in my life. Here you play as either May or Cody… This game does require you play with two people either online or locally, I played locally with my girlfriend, she was May, I was cody… Your daughter is sad the two of you are getting    It Takes Two
    to make a thing go right
    It takes towo is a 12 hour long co op based puzzle platforming game and this is the best co op gave ive ever played in my life.
    Here you play as either May or Cody… This game does require you play with two people either online or locally, I played locally with my girlfriend, she was May, I was cody… Your daughter is sad the two of you are getting divorced, the classic magic tears happen and next thing you know, the both of you wake up in the bodies of these 2 dolls,and you have a spansish love doctor in the form of the book of love there to help you find love again, all while the two of you are trying to break the spell and get back in your bodies…. The levels area variety of puzzles, and its that variety that makes it takes two such an amazing game, as again this game is 12 hours long, variety is an absolute necessity.. and because of that, each level here almost feels like a new puzzle game itself… each time youre given a new ability or weapon for that level specifically, which also makes this game so accessible, theres no need to remember every tool or control the game throws at you, as every hour or 2, you throw that item away for a new one, and I loved that..I loved knowing that if im not liking the gameplay of a particular section, that if I just puh through, ill be given a new fresh style of gameplay and not have to deal with it anymore.. and hey.. if you are playing locally and you like one persons ability more than the others, you could just switch characters if theyre willing.. I personally played as cody the whole time… the game does do a great job at switching who gets th better ability… though I feel mostly cody is stuck with the here, let me move this or hold this while you have all the fun platforming… I felt like the cogs inside of a platforming level quite a few times while playing… an interesting idea that im sure would be a pain development wise, is the ability to chose who gets what before a level starts or the ability to switch items as the level goes on.. either to switch things up for each player, or for moments of strengths and weaknesses to play out in the actual people playing… it wasn’t that big of a deal having your ability already pre chosen based on the character you are.. but the choice would’ve been nice.. overall though I absolutely love It Takes Two.. you get a touching story, gameplay variety that revels the likes of a Mario game, and one the most if no the most amazing co op experience in gaming history… it has its moments of this just isn’t fun, and I would’ve like more action sequenes thrown in there than we got, just to break up the puzzle solving more… but it takes two is near masterpiece status, and is a must play for you and that other person in your life…
    I give It Takes Two
    a 9.5/10    … Expand
  24. beano
    Jul 22, 2023
    6
    Played this with the wife. An insane kitchen sink of game mechanics and differentiation - it's just one new thing after the next, to a fault. Everything is GOOD, but nothing is super great. We're close to the end, but not quite done yet. Who's idea was it to make the characters total freakin' wankers that we both can't stand? A complete and total b____, and a compete lame, whinyPlayed this with the wife. An insane kitchen sink of game mechanics and differentiation - it's just one new thing after the next, to a fault. Everything is GOOD, but nothing is super great. We're close to the end, but not quite done yet. Who's idea was it to make the characters total freakin' wankers that we both can't stand? A complete and total b____, and a compete lame, whiny wanker. Terrible people. We are close to the end, and they have done nothing but just bicker and complain the entire game. How horrible. For some reason, I forgot to just skip all the scenes until pretty close to the end. I would never play this game again. Super brought down by two terrible people we are supposed to care about. As I told the wife, this game only has one good ending to me, and I'm not going to get it - a horrible death to both parents. We're surely going to get the ramshackle, "we're determined to make this work for our dumb kid" ending - BIG MISTAKE, based on people I know that grew up with parents that did similar things.… Expand
  25. garyw_81
    Apr 22, 2021
    10
    Phenominal game, one of the best if not the best co-op games I have ever played. If you have a sibling or a friend you owe it to yourself to play this game together.
  26. kyle20ellis
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    And I thought A Way Out was as good as a coop game could get. Truly floored by this masterpiece. Now, instead of just repeating what everyone else as already said about this video game, I'll just mention a few things.

    Playing this coop with my friend on his PS5 was some of the best times I've ever had playing a video game. Each level keeps the gameplay different, with so many little    And I thought A Way Out was as good as a coop game could get. Truly floored by this masterpiece. Now, instead of just repeating what everyone else as already said about this video game, I'll just mention a few things.

    Playing this coop with my friend on his PS5 was some of the best times I've ever had playing a video game. Each level keeps the gameplay different, with so many little mini worlds to discover, like the inside of a vacuum cleaner for example. There's a certain level where you must murder a stuffed animal in cold blood which was so hilarious, but so dark, it was some of the best material I've ever seen in a video game. Honestly, after completion, I'm still in utter shock. This game has really made me look at video games under a new light, and I pray, pray, pray to GOD that the creative people behind this game continue to make couch coops as refined and as engaging as this. A true masterpiece in every meaning of the word.    … Expand
  27. xavia91
    Jun 17, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game for two players, a friend or significant other. Offers a lot of content with ever changing challenges in a fun, non frustrating way. The only small downside for me were some questionable decisions by the two main characters, bringing your daughter to tears (not of joy) should never be a parents intention. Also that damn Bumblebee should have died!… Expand
  28. notifycritic
    Jun 22, 2023
    9
    Um dos melhores copos que já joguei na vida
  29. SHINYMUSIC
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
    May have legitimately saved my marriage. NOT A WORD OF A LIE. AMAZING GAME!
  30. ANTtheKNEEEE
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    One of the best co op games i've ever played. The world is extraordinary! First game GF and i played and beat together.
  31. jikflet
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    This might be the best coop experience I've ever had. every single level has so much detail can charisma. i can see this game was definitely created with passion. This was brought by the same guy who created A Way Out and now i am a fan of his. cant wait to see whats next on his amazing crazy mind.
  32. Reviewerer
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Super fun and dynamic. Challenging. Great co-op. Diablo style part is the best. Neat items.… Expand
  33. andrezero
    Oct 6, 2021
    10
    El juego es una obra maestra, excelente en muchos aspectos. De una duración adecuada, lleno de lugares muy lindos y muchos minijuegos. Muchas mecánicas entretenidas. Se lo recomiendo a todo el mundo. Especialmente por que debes jugar con alguien más.
  34. Alvz9
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    Josef Fares logra destacar a contra corriente. Mientras las tendencias de los videojuegos nos inundan de juegos como servicio y multijugadores masivos en línea; él junto a Hazelight Studios pretenden hacer un éxito de algo del pasado: sentarse a jugar en un sillón con un compañero. El multijugador local es un elemento algo olvidado, retomado por Gears 5 como gran excepción y por NintendoJosef Fares logra destacar a contra corriente. Mientras las tendencias de los videojuegos nos inundan de juegos como servicio y multijugadores masivos en línea; él junto a Hazelight Studios pretenden hacer un éxito de algo del pasado: sentarse a jugar en un sillón con un compañero. El multijugador local es un elemento algo olvidado, retomado por Gears 5 como gran excepción y por Nintendo de forma recurrente aunque sólo para party games; sin embargo, el juego nos invita a retomar esa costumbre de reír, rabiar, y sobre todo coordinarnos con un otro que está justo a nuestro lado. El juego se puede jugar en línea con otro, pero se nota que la experiencia está pensada para conversar los puzzles y distintos jefes en pareja y en un mismo espacio.
    En términos jugables intenta mezclar distintos tipos de juegos, tributando a gran parte de la historia del videojuego, pero su estilo es un claro plataformas de puzzles en 3D, con gran influencia estética de franquicias como Toy Story. La sensación de recorrer los distintos rincones del hogar, de forma surrealista, harán que en más de alguna ocasión pidamos de vuelta un buen juego basado en la franquicia de Pixar. Pero como decía antes, si bien mezcla muchos estilos, tributando, y sin destacar en términos de excelencia, su jugabilidad general sigue estando anclada en el plataformeo 3D; un género que con el paso del tiempo se fue apagando, y está viviendo una nueva era gracias a entregas como el último Ratched and Clank o Psychonauts 2. Sin embargo, el elemento que hace destacar a este juego, y situarlo como claro candidato a GOTY 2021, es su narrativa: la cuál se mezcla con un gameplay cooperativo. La historia es simple y cliché, pero logras conectar con los protagonistas y sus problemas reales; te sientes parte, y si juegas con tu pareja es una excelente forma de enfrentar las diferencias y los conflictos. Este fue mi caso, y la experiencia fue fenomenal. Es un juego recomendado incluso para jugadores no expertos, pues el desarrollo del mismo nos obliga a esperar al otro jugador con tal de que ambos puedas resolver de forma cooperativa el desafío que se les presenta.    … Expand
  35. Andresfrq
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    Una de las mejores experiencias gamer de los últimos años. Es frenético de principio a fin. Una verdadera joya.
  36. zhuvy
    May 21, 2021
    10
    Best multi-player game I've ever play, beautiful graphics, clever mechanics, etc.
  37. GitanoUrbano
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    El mejor juego coop del momento, linda historia, buena duración, puzzles entretenidos y graficos muy buenos
  38. Forceman55
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    Eu realmente fiquei impressionado com a perfeição desse jogo. A história é incrível, a jogabilidade e a diversidade também. É como se estivesse jogando um filme da pixar.
  39. iMustang
    Jan 3, 2022
    9
    The “Game of the Year” effect is a real thing. A game wins GotY, you haven’t played it, and suddenly you want to try it out. Mix that with the “Hey it’s on Game Pass” effect, and before you know it I've through all of It Takes Two. Without a doubt this game deserves all of the praise it was given as the developer clearly made this game with a lot of love and passion and it really shows inThe “Game of the Year” effect is a real thing. A game wins GotY, you haven’t played it, and suddenly you want to try it out. Mix that with the “Hey it’s on Game Pass” effect, and before you know it I've through all of It Takes Two. Without a doubt this game deserves all of the praise it was given as the developer clearly made this game with a lot of love and passion and it really shows in this charming masterpiece.

    Exclusively a 2 player game, a husband and wife are turned into dolls and have to explore the world in a Toy Story like style fighting army squirrels and sentient toys along the way. The story can make you laugh and tear up so easily as you quickly become invested in its fantastic narrative. Different mini games or even just fun extra things to do are around every corner making the game just as fun to explore as it is to play. They find a way to mix so many genres into one including fighting, racing, and even dungeon crawling as a few of the many examples. This sense of adventure always brought me back with excitement to see what happens next, or what world I may explore. A garden? A toy castle? Even a snow globe?! I was always charmed and thrilled to see where this journey took me next.

    Honestly I cannot recommend this game enough. If you have a friend or loved one you can play alongside this game will give you hours upon hours of entertainment. And if you don’t have such a person, consider buying a copy for a friend and play it online with them. It’s a worthwhile investment and one I promise you won’t regret making. Once again, this game fully deserved its Game of the Year award, and I’m happy it won it.    … Expand
  40. Brayliner
    Dec 6, 2021
    9
    This game had me excited and having fun the whole time. I would recommend this game to any two people.
  41. Narrra
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Wonderful co-op with very creative approach. Recommended for chill evening gaming
  42. tom974
    Apr 25, 2021
    10
    Clearly the best coop game I've ever played. Everything is put with intelligence, the game is beautiful globally, the performance are neat on XSX and the sound quality is great. Wide variety of gameplay, and nice tributes here and there to many other great licences (not only video games). In two words : a masterpiece.
  43. peapnz
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    Thank you so much for the game.
    Great adventure, a lot of fun. Interesting gameplay.
  44. effectcre
    Apr 12, 2021
    10
    This is 'REAL' game. beautiful. it has only one cons that i dont have a friend to play this game together.
  45. DartRubOS
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Это просто шедевр кооперативной игры. Играл вместе с женой и нам очень понравилось все, от оформление уровней до сюжета. 10/10
  46. FlameHaze10
    Mar 20, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pros:
    - Gameplay
    - Graphics/Artstyle
    - Minigames
    - Music
    - Mechanics
    - Lone

    Cons:
    - Overly Reliant to your partner
    - Killing Cutie, WHY!?

    Verdict:
    Great playing on couch coop with your partner.    … Expand
  47. adworen
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    Un gameplay, scénario, décor et mécanique grandiose je ne connaissais cette production et du coup je vais foncer vers a way out sans hésiter !! Sa me rappel l'esprit we where here et portal qui sont malheureusement trop peu dans nos bibliothèques un grand soutient pour la suite ( j'espère) foncé l'acheter sans hésiter !!!
  48. Stan_Osbourne
    Apr 7, 2022
    9
    As soon as I saw the trailer for "It Takes Two" by "Hazelight Studios", I immediately knew - this is going to be a co-op masterpiece, and I will play it with my wife! And so it happened. Adventure games have always been in demand in the gaming market, but there has always been an acute shortage of cooperative games, especially in recent years. And this game is a co-op adventure of theAs soon as I saw the trailer for "It Takes Two" by "Hazelight Studios", I immediately knew - this is going to be a co-op masterpiece, and I will play it with my wife! And so it happened. Adventure games have always been in demand in the gaming market, but there has always been an acute shortage of cooperative games, especially in recent years. And this game is a co-op adventure of the highest level!

    Perhaps the only downside to this game is the script. And all the dialogue in the game + some of the scenes that follow from that. I haven't listened to such incompetent dialogue in a long time. Moreover, 90% of the cutscenes consist of chatter about nothing, with dull and boring characters with far-fetched problems.

    But other than that, the game is great. Excellent cooperative gameplay, where each of the two players has a unique role (there is replay value), a lot of mini-games, each level gives new game mechanics, something is constantly changing in the game, while there is always time for fierce battles, and for puzzle solutions for both platforming and crazy rollercoaster rides! In general, in terms of gameplay for the cooperative - everything is super! Glory to Ukraine!    … Expand
  49. ayazovic
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    It was the most high-five game I've ever played. It has pretty good level designs and boss fights. The music was incredible. The action was 10/10. I played this game with my cousin. We had fun just like when we were kids. It was quite a great experience. Please make more good games like this. Love you guys! You are the BEST!
  50. yangfanhong
    Jan 15, 2022
    9
    This is an exceptional game featuring coop playing, with first class graphic performance and top level design.
  51. ProfAmateur
    Jan 1, 2022
    9
    There are not many Co-Op games out there and even less good Co-Op games. But this one is definitely one of the few. There are many different levels, nice story, nice minigames and good action.
  52. Wolferno
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Лучшее, что есть для игры с женойдевушкой. Не требует скилла, можно играть даже впервые взяв джойстик в руки. Красивая графика, постоянная смена механик. Контента на два десятка часов. И даже немного чернухи)
  53. Mo7ammedaziz
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    Word’s not enough to describe how great is this game it’s one of a kind I wish to see more games like this
  54. Shikakai1
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is the biggest surprise i get this year.....just want play 1 hour with my brother and had lot of other top things on list...then we played it over 13 hours till 10a.m. :D this game is a masterpiece.....will play it more than 1 time in my life for sure… Expand
  55. ehtaco
    Jun 21, 2022
    10
    Best co-op game ever IMO. Especially if you have a girlfriend or boyfriend to play this with. It's a great game.
  56. Rehanshk
    Jun 6, 2021
    10
    Best game you will play this year.from new game mechanics to story telling,new themes and amazing scenery. Must play game
  57. ideea
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    Best coop i ever played. We enjoy with my wife it fully. Very fun, attractive and new mechanics all the time. Great performance on XSX. Thank you!
  58. rene0023
    Jun 15, 2022
    10
    Excelente aventura de cooperación el cual lleva una hermosa enseñanza. El gameplay es súper divertido y el reto para resolver puzzles es ingenioso.
  59. livinmediocre
    Jan 2, 2022
    8
    This game was so much fun! I played through it with my fiance and had a blast. The gameplay was so much fun, and the different abilities for each different level was an awesome change of pace to keep it just interesting enough to keep my attention. Level and character design was PHENOMONAL. As far as the story, I can't help but wish it was written better. The dialogue with Rose inThis game was so much fun! I played through it with my fiance and had a blast. The gameplay was so much fun, and the different abilities for each different level was an awesome change of pace to keep it just interesting enough to keep my attention. Level and character design was PHENOMONAL. As far as the story, I can't help but wish it was written better. The dialogue with Rose in particular was just... awful. And the story forcing you to go along with this failed relationship and their child blaming themselves in the divorce and just not handling anything how it would be is distracting. Luckily there's plenty of other aspects of the game that more than make up for it.… Expand
  60. ilyar
    May 4, 2021
    10
    Graphic , gameplay,gun play is god
  61. iamtruitt
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    This games was blast to play with my Wife. While cringe dialogue sometimes hampers the experience it’s not like it’s trying to take itself seriously. The gameplay & overall time we spent playing with my Non gamer Wife is some of the best I’ve had playing Video games as 90,s kids. It’s a Big nostalgic fest of all of our favorite movies growing up
    Toy story, PageMaster, The Borrowers, Honey    This games was blast to play with my Wife. While cringe dialogue sometimes hampers the experience it’s not like it’s trying to take itself seriously. The gameplay & overall time we spent playing with my Non gamer Wife is some of the best I’ve had playing Video games as 90,s kids. It’s a Big nostalgic fest of all of our favorite movies growing up
    Toy story, PageMaster, The Borrowers, Honey I Shrunk the Kids. Most kids now a days have no idea what most of these movies are, but the ones who do will appreciate what this game does right even more! It’s a must play.    … Expand
  62. Catsenvin
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Really interesting and fun game for couples or friends. A lot of different type of Game play make it even cooler. It’s pleasant to discover a new way to play for each “chapter” like a Diablo mode, shooting or any other surprising features.… Expand
  63. meow_mix
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    That this game only has 10 and 0 ratings, with the 0 ratings being people mad they don't have someone to play with, tells you all you need to know about this game. If you are sweet on someone and you both play games, this is THE game to get. It is an absolute masterpiece. There are SO many scripted sequences, clever puzzles, funny dialogues, and tons of unique gameplay mechanics. This gameThat this game only has 10 and 0 ratings, with the 0 ratings being people mad they don't have someone to play with, tells you all you need to know about this game. If you are sweet on someone and you both play games, this is THE game to get. It is an absolute masterpiece. There are SO many scripted sequences, clever puzzles, funny dialogues, and tons of unique gameplay mechanics. This game never gets old.

    The handful of times I've played it, we have gamed 5 hours straight without realizing it. And we only realize it's 2am in the morning because we are falling asleep.

    This game is so good I legitimately looked for a way to give the developers more money somehow. We need more games with this level of polish and detail, and less of the "launch a broken game, fix it later" fare we've been getting.

    Well done, devs. I signed up just to write this review for you.    … Expand
  64. Pawseth
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Incredible fun co-op game, this game is fun and makes you think. Recommend for non-gamers to get the taste of what gaming has to offer
  65. Webivan
    Apr 12, 2021
    10
    Unbelievable, picturesque, breathtaking!
    Best coop game I played ever.
    It's a must play!
    12 out of 10!
  66. krasher2004
    Apr 23, 2021
    10
    This was not a game this was an experience this was one of the best games I have ever played the puzzles and CO-LLA-BOR-A-TION! was the best thing I ever played with my friend we both loved this game needs to be played by everybody. This is my first review because I needed to say something about how amazing of a game this was Hazelight has really made a masterpiece.
  67. Zeriphem
    May 2, 2021
    10
    My wife and I just finished playing A Way out. The storyline in It Takes Two isn't quite as good but the gameplay is probably the best I've ever played. This is one of the most imaginative games for two people to play. The game is constantly changing throughout the story and keeps it exciting.
  68. Sergiox
    May 3, 2021
    9
    De lo mejor que he jugado en cooperativo, muy divertido, plataformas, aventura, muy bueno.
  69. BWT
    May 12, 2021
    9
    It's very very good game, but many levels looks like dungeons, I wanted something more bright. Other than that it's great, so many different interesting mechanics and 25 mini-games will allow you to use this as a party game.
  70. Mielus
    May 9, 2021
    10
    Me ha devuelto las ganas de jugar , sin duda alguna un juego exquisito , muy muy divertido .
  71. Neonter
    Jun 21, 2021
    9
    This game is fantastic! I've probably only written one or two reviews over the many years of hanging out on Metacritic but my wife and i have had so much fun playing this game together that i needed to say something about how excellent this game is. This would be so easy to pass on, please don't!
  72. Mcmouse
    May 15, 2021
    10
    Very interesting and lovely. My first game... Thank you. Recommend to play.
  73. Toriajames93
    May 17, 2021
    5
    Most fun I’ve had in a longggg time! The clever mechanics, the environments, the characters, everything has us saying ‘This is so much fun’ each time we play. (28 + 30) Buy this game and there’s no way you would regret it, it’s pretty long too and the amount of mini games alone have you playing for hours. 5 stars from me, the creators of this game just need to keep releasing more and moreMost fun I’ve had in a longggg time! The clever mechanics, the environments, the characters, everything has us saying ‘This is so much fun’ each time we play. (28 + 30) Buy this game and there’s no way you would regret it, it’s pretty long too and the amount of mini games alone have you playing for hours. 5 stars from me, the creators of this game just need to keep releasing more and more please! It takes two 2?… Expand
  74. JoshC123
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    An absolute masterpiece, one of the best made games I've ever played in my life. Amazing graphics, amazing story, amazing humour, a huge game with loads of content, amazing voice acting and attention to detail. It's not a hard game, just the right amount to make it fun for gamers, and non-gamers alike. The developers just seems to understand what people want, like silly games to messAn absolute masterpiece, one of the best made games I've ever played in my life. Amazing graphics, amazing story, amazing humour, a huge game with loads of content, amazing voice acting and attention to detail. It's not a hard game, just the right amount to make it fun for gamers, and non-gamers alike. The developers just seems to understand what people want, like silly games to mess around with a friend. Best enjoyed with your significant other.… Expand
  75. Burzyk
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    A beatiful and enjoyable 13 hours of sweet gameplay. I recommend this for everyone, especially when it is available in Game Pass!
  76. zezeljmare
    Jan 3, 2022
    9
    EN:
    Magical! Definitely the best co-op game, it takes the title from the previous Hazelight studio game. Probably the most talented co-op studio today. Fun, with a nice story and great characters. The levels are nicely designed and the game works and looks beautiful on the Series X console.
    SRB: Magično! Definitivno najbolja co-op igra, preuzima titulu od prethodne igre Hazelight    EN:
    Magical! Definitely the best co-op game, it takes the title from the previous Hazelight studio game. Probably the most talented co-op studio today. Fun, with a nice story and great characters. The levels are nicely designed and the game works and looks beautiful on the Series X console.

    SRB:
    Magično! Definitivno najbolja co-op igra, preuzima titulu od prethodne igre Hazelight studija. SIgurno najtalentovaniji studio za co-op igre danas. Zabavno, sa lepom pričom i sjajnim karakterima. Nivoi su lepo dizajnirani i igra radi i izgleda prelepo na Series X konzoli.    … Expand
  77. davidwasos
    Jul 14, 2021
    10
    Amazing game! We were constantly surprised by different gameplays and scenes.
  78. Goshan220
    Jul 27, 2021
    10
    Наверно лучший кооп в своём жанре. Отлично поиграли с женой. Достаточно долгий чтобы наиграться, но не надоесть. Красивейшие локации и не симметричный геймплей, подталкивающий перепройти игру поменявшись персонажами и насладиться игрой ещё раз. COLLABORATION!Наверно лучший кооп в своём жанре. Отлично поиграли с женой. Достаточно долгий чтобы наиграться, но не надоесть. Красивейшие локации и не симметричный геймплей, подталкивающий перепройти игру поменявшись персонажами и насладиться игрой ещё раз. COLLABORATION!
  79. Nero7
    Aug 2, 2021
    8
    If you like to play with a friend, you cannot avoid this game. Sure, graphically it might not be aimed at someone who normally plays Warzone, but it's a very nice change. The playful atmosphere and funny story improves the gamers evening, and the puzzles and parkours make you brood and have fun. For me the best game of this year so far!
  80. Antonette_87
    Dec 4, 2021
    9
    It Takes Two es un juego que no deja de innovar en ssu gameplay con sus habilidades, en un nivel estas lanzando tornillos, y en el otro eres un puto mago lazando hechizos de hielo, y después estas jugando al puto tekken contra una ardilla encima de un puto avión y si hay veces que estos power up son un coñazo, como por ejemplo el power up de volverte grande y pequeño, pero en general, aIt Takes Two es un juego que no deja de innovar en ssu gameplay con sus habilidades, en un nivel estas lanzando tornillos, y en el otro eres un puto mago lazando hechizos de hielo, y después estas jugando al puto tekken contra una ardilla encima de un puto avión y si hay veces que estos power up son un coñazo, como por ejemplo el power up de volverte grande y pequeño, pero en general, a pesar de algunos defectos, estan bastante bien, el gameplay esta bastante bien pulido, y sumale que es coop, punto doble, nada que envidiarle a otros juegos de acción y aventura. La historia, esta bien, es una buena historia infantil, bastante entretenida, pero tiene demasiadas cinematicas, haciendo que tenga un ritmo atropellado entre gameplay y cinematica, y no creo que se necesite tantas cinematicas para una historia de este tipo, también hay que decir que la historia se alarga innecesariamente en algunas partes, haciendo que en algunas ocasiones el juego se un poco coñazo, en resumen, It Takes Two es un buen videojuego, donde no para de innovar con su gameplay, con referencias a otros juegos, una historia buena para ser infantil, una duración buena aunque se alarga innecesariamente en algunas partes, con unos muy buenos gráficos, sobresaliente.… Expand
  81. DAnt0n
    Jan 13, 2022
    10
    Лучшая игра для двоих !!!
    Геймлей просто шикарный, прорисовка декораций четкая.
    В каждой главе дают возможность использовать разное оружие или умение.
    Надеюсь что разработчики сделают следующую игру не хуже.
  82. Taha-capone
    Sep 13, 2021
    10
    بحر من الابداع لعبه قدمت كل شئ للاعب حرفيا 14 ساعة من التنوع الغير ممل و اسلوب تعاوني لن تجد له مثيل
  83. Jsdoode
    Oct 1, 2021
    10
    It’s the best cooperative experience I’ve had in video games. The game is just brilliant. I wish every couple play it.
  84. MGamer490
    Dec 23, 2021
    9
    My partner and I do not play co-op games too often, but I am always on the look out for one that might get us snuggling up on the couch for some video game fun, so when It Takes Two was shown it was immediately added to my list, it wasn't until seeing the game win Game of the Year for the VGAs 2021 that pushed me to finally download the game and what a great decision that was.

    Story -    My partner and I do not play co-op games too often, but I am always on the look out for one that might get us snuggling up on the couch for some video game fun, so when It Takes Two was shown it was immediately added to my list, it wasn't until seeing the game win Game of the Year for the VGAs 2021 that pushed me to finally download the game and what a great decision that was.

    Story - The story is quite simple, it is about a married couple named May and Cody who have fallen out of love and are organizing their divorce, this takes quite a toll on their young daughter - Rose who wishes for them to stop fighting and becoming close again, due to this wish, both May and Cody are transferred into the dolls that Rose made of them, and they are now on a journey to rebuild their broken marriage. My partner and I had a lot of fun with this, even though its predictable, seeing both May and Cody work together, starting as quite cruel to one another and gradually learning to care for each other again was really nice.

    Gameplay - This is a platforming game for the most part with co-op, but I have never seen a more diverse game in my life. There are 7 chapters overall, and the variety of gameplay elements here is truly outstanding, you will go from your usual platforming to riding Frogs, to controlling a flying machine made of underpants, to flying around in jetpacks fighting to steal keys from devil-like bat creatures, it is endless. I honestly stopped and looked at my partner very often and just said "This game is incredible, there are so many new things they keep throwing at you". Each chapter also gives May and Cody different items/weapons to use to help each other out throughout the game which just adds so much more to it.

    Cooperation - This is very much a cooperative game so if you don't have someone to play with whether it be locally or with a friend online, then you will not be able to play this game as it is strictly cooperative, this may be a barrier for certain people and that is a shame, that is probably my only negative but for this game to be as great as it is, it needs to be strictly a cooperative game, it is very much designed with this in mind and having a single player option would not provide the experience that is intended and might even sour the co-op experience if single player is being accounted for in the gameplay as well. I will say that there are a variety of gameplay elements here to that keep things fresh, neither my partner nor I ever felt like we were more in control of a situation when compared to the other, and we both felt like we had our parts to play to progress and help each other, it is so well designed and I cannot credit this amazing development team enough, they knocked this out of the park completely. My girlfriend and I would regularly clear a section and give each other a high 5 to celebrate, it really brought us a lot of joy.

    Difficulty - Now for me personally, the difficulty is fine but if you are like me and you have a partner or a person you are playing with that isn't super big on games, or is a casual gamer then there may be moments of struggle here, there are a lot of fun changes in gameplay that will require both of the players to be ready to change it up. Luckily for me, my partner handled everything mostly fine, there was one section where I had to grab the controller from her, but otherwise, aside from occasional moments to pause and explain, she was fine when playing. The game is not hard, but if you are playing with someone who doesn't play games often then you will need to be patient and assist them from time to time.

    Graphics & Level Design - All of the levels are so well made, May and Cody are dolls so everything is on a big scale compared to them, you get a nice balance of levels that look like something you'd recognize in a real life, but there are changes made to make it more like out of a kid's imagination and fantasy which works very well and makes the levels memorable. On Series X, the game is absolutely gorgeous and I just had to stop and stare multiple times, as did my partner.

    Competitive - There are mini games throughout each chapter that you can find and play with the 2nd player, these are competitive games so if you both want to take a break from working together and put your skills to the test against each other than this game has you back, like the levels, all the mini games are very different and there are 25 to find, of course my partner and I had to find them all.

    Final Rating - There is more I wish I could say about the game but the character limit.. Just know that there is a very good reason why It Takes Two made Game of the Year in the VGAs for 2021 and it should be enjoyed by more people. Of course without a 2nd player, this may be tough for you to do so, but if you can find someone, whether it be a partner, friend, or family member, then definitely do so, you won't regret the time spent with May and Cody.    … Expand
  85. janesang
    Dec 22, 2021
    10
    The most fun game of 2021, every level is a new game, and it deserves every compliment from players,
  86. WillGoss
    Oct 18, 2021
    10
    The game is a masterpiece. Great co-op experience. Cute game about love. The gameplay is awesome, like the story ! Each level is unique, with a lot of easter eggs if you look everywhere ! So far, thats the best game of 2021. I pre ordered it, and I'm glad that I did.

    Positive things ; - Unique game - Great puzzles - Great universe - The game never gets boring, you would want more after    The game is a masterpiece. Great co-op experience. Cute game about love. The gameplay is awesome, like the story ! Each level is unique, with a lot of easter eggs if you look everywhere ! So far, thats the best game of 2021. I pre ordered it, and I'm glad that I did.

    Positive things ;

    - Unique game
    - Great puzzles
    - Great universe
    - The game never gets boring, you would want more after playing it
    - The story in very good

    Negative things ;

    - After you played it, you will be like ; Awww, already finished?    … Expand
  87. N0n0
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    The best coop game I've ever played, and one of the best.
    Definitely in my top ten.

    It's fun, playable for the youngest, the story is nice, the gameplay is renewed so frequently, it's incredible how this game is generous!
  88. RMaccheroni
    Dec 3, 2021
    10
    Jogo excelente para jogar com a namorada ou com um amigo(a). Divertido, criativo, melhor co-op que já joguei.
  89. Yagal
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    A really expérience.
    I love this game for the funny gameplay and the beautiful song. Vert good game ;)
  90. nonameb3
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    This game is one of best game this year. best story, best gameplay, free to play if you have game pass.
  91. rezafalcao
    Dec 5, 2021
    10
    I Don't want to finish this game...I want more and more ...
    best co-op game ever Great gameplay Lovely graphics and characters
  92. DonRamone23
    Dec 6, 2021
    9
    Jogo muito bom, bastante divertido, e como é feito pra ser jogado exclusivamente por duas pessoas pessoas, permite que tenha mecânicas cooperativas que a maioria dos jogos não tem. A gameplay é bem variada o que não deixa com que o jogo se torne monótono. A história é um pouco fraca, mas nada que incomode. Um excelente jogo pra quem deseja ter uma experiência coop local tão rara hoje emJogo muito bom, bastante divertido, e como é feito pra ser jogado exclusivamente por duas pessoas pessoas, permite que tenha mecânicas cooperativas que a maioria dos jogos não tem. A gameplay é bem variada o que não deixa com que o jogo se torne monótono. A história é um pouco fraca, mas nada que incomode. Um excelente jogo pra quem deseja ter uma experiência coop local tão rara hoje em dia.… Expand
  93. Bochenki
    Dec 8, 2021
    10
    Amazing game for two people, especially if one of them is not really into gaming. It's engaging, beautiful, entertaining, but at the same time not too difficult, so it won't leave one person stuck on the task without being able to progress. The story is unique, you really connect with the characters. It's juste some jokes that are a little bit too cheesy. But I guess that's part of thisAmazing game for two people, especially if one of them is not really into gaming. It's engaging, beautiful, entertaining, but at the same time not too difficult, so it won't leave one person stuck on the task without being able to progress. The story is unique, you really connect with the characters. It's juste some jokes that are a little bit too cheesy. But I guess that's part of this experience.… Expand
  94. GiovanniTucha
    Dec 10, 2021
    10
    Юсуф Фарес знает чего хочет и знает чего хотят геймеры, лучик света в царстве ЕА. Механики меняются постоянно - это то платформер, то файтинг, то шутер от третьего лица, потом гонки и так далее. Очень трогательная история о сложностях семейной жизни. Пожалуй лучшая игра 2021 года.Юсуф Фарес знает чего хочет и знает чего хотят геймеры, лучик света в царстве ЕА. Механики меняются постоянно - это то платформер, то файтинг, то шутер от третьего лица, потом гонки и так далее. Очень трогательная история о сложностях семейной жизни. Пожалуй лучшая игра 2021 года.
  95. Blisk
    Dec 22, 2021
    10
    NO words nothing JUST BEAT COOP GAME EVERRRRRRRRRR
    and F#CK the oscars!!!
    and EA for F#cking up BF 42
  96. Kingkaszii13
    Dec 14, 2021
    10
    Ocena wystawiona wspólnie z Żoną, ponieważ spędziliśmy na tej grze wspólnie sporo czasu, dostarczyła nam mnóstwo zabawy, zdenerwowania i uśmiechu. Koniec gry był dla nas bardzo przykrym momentem, że to już koniec
  97. WinKim
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    It was the best two-person co-op game I've ever played. There were some gimmicks I've seen somewhere, but I think it's a game that collected only their strengths. The playtime was longer than I thought, and I had a lot of fun with my friend by swearing, laughing, and chatting with each other.
  98. MaseWindude
    Dec 20, 2021
    9
    It Takes Two has an easy claim to the title of best co-op game on the market. With top tier, ever-changing mechanics, and visuals on par with any modern gaming great, this is a must play for platforming fans. Narratively, It Takes Two features a simple, heartfelt story with occasionally cringy dialogue holding the game back from perfection. Well deserving of 2021’s GOTY.
  99. GuardianFrosty9
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    It takes Two is maybe the best co-op game I have ever played with someone, it's super fun, amazing story, and a one crazy BOOK
  100. Jonatas_Sanches
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    Best co op experience ever !!! I cant remember other game that I enjoyed the co op experience like that.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. IGN Japan
    May 10, 2021
    90
    It Takes Two is simply an amazing co-op game. When played together with a good friend, it will become an experience you won’t soon forget.
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  2. GameOver.gr
    Apr 29, 2021
    100
    It Takes Two is the magnum opus not only of Hazelight Studios but of co-op experiences in general. It’s one of those extremely rare games that it’s almost impossible to find a fault to any of its elements, be it the longevity, gameplay, art direction, music, boss fights, environmental puzzles, innovation etc. A truly flawless experience.
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  3. BaziCenter
    Apr 13, 2021
    100
    It Takes Two can be considered one of the best games in the history of Co-Op genre, one that takes it above and beyond video games, animations and even Hollywood movies in terms of emotional relationships.
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