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It Takes Two

Action AdventurePlatformerPuzzleFantasyRelationship
A gameplay scene from It Takes Two.

Game overview

What is It Takes Two?

A co-op-only action-adventure built around two players solving varied platforming, puzzle and action challenges together.

What you actually do

The core loop

Cooperative puzzles, platforming and asymmetric abilities shape the main loop.

How progress works

Progress through chapter unlocks.

Action and interaction

Expect varied action.

How the game is structured

Move through a focused linear structure.

WhatToGame Verdict

8.8WTG score

Best for

Who this works for.

Couples

Excellent for couples

Mixed skill levels

Excellent for mixed-skill groups

Two friends

Excellent for two friends

Your setup

Can your group play it?

The essentials first, with platform-specific detail available below.

Players2 players only
Ways to playOnline co-op, Couch co-op, Local multiplayer and Split-screen
PlatformsPC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series and Nintendo Switch
CrossplayNo verified crossplay support
Player and mode details1 setup

All platforms

  • 2 players online
  • 2 players locally
  • Couch co-op
  • Split-screen

Designed for exactly two. Friend's Pass allows one owner + one online friend; no cross-play.

Only one person needs to own the game

Friend's Pass

One paid copy can invite one friend for supported online play. Platform and account limitations still apply.

In play

Cody and May ride a flying toy through a mechanical room.
Cody and May face an explosive encounter together.
The two characters stand before a giant clock mechanism.

Availability

Platform differences.

Important edition and storefront differences remain available without taking over the page.

Check platform and storefront details4 groups

Steam/EA App

PC

  • External account required
  • No cross-play; Friend's Pass is same-platform online.

PlayStation

PS4 · PS5

  • Online subscription required on console
  • Online console play needs platform subscription.
  • No cross-play.

Xbox

Xbox One · Xbox Series

  • Online subscription required on console
  • No cross-play.

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch

  • Online subscription required on console
  • Local wireless exists; no cross-play.

PC hardware

Will it run?

Reasonable on modest PCs with appropriate settings.

View minimum PC requirementsExact specs
CPU
Intel Core i3-2100T / AMD FX 6100
GPU
GTX 660 / Radeon R7 260X
RAM
8 GB
Storage
50 GB
Steam Deck
Unknown

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