Key takeaways
It Takes Two at a glance
- On Steam for $39.99.
- Developed by Hazelight Studios, published by Electronic Arts.
- 221K Steam user reviews so far.
- Players are mostly looking up bosses, achievements and co-op.
What is It Takes Two?
It Takes Two is a co-op puzzle game for PC (Steam) by Hazelight Studios. The store page pitches it like this: “Embark on the craziest journey of your life in It Takes Two. Invite a friend to join for free with Friend’s Pass and work together across a huge variety of gleefully disruptive gameplay challenges.”
Play as the clashing couple Cody and May, two humans turned into dolls by a magic spell. Together, trapped in a fantastical world where the unpredictable hides around every corner, they are reluctantly challenged with saving their fractured relationship. Master unique and connected character abilities in every new level.
It Takes Two is made by Hazelight Studios and published by Electronic Arts. It is out now on Steam (released Mar 25, 2021). It is listed on Steam for Windows at $39.99. It has collected 221K Steam user reviews so far. Modes on record: online co-op, split-screen co-op and Steam Remote Play Together.
Added to gee.wiki on Oct 25, 2026. The developer's latest post, “It Takes Two now has cross-platform play!”, went up on Oct 15, 2026. Players are mostly looking up bosses, achievements and co-op.
It Takes Two screenshots & media
3 official screenshots. Select an image to enlarge it.
Gameplay mechanics & features
Core loop
Embark on the craziest journey of your life in It Takes Two.
Modes
Online co-op, split-screen co-op and Steam Remote Play Together.
Progression
The systems players document most are achievements. Long-term goals include Steam achievements and steam trading cards.
Controls & platforms
Runs on Windows. Full controller support. Cloud saves.
Standout features
Embrace a heartfelt and hilarious story where narrative and gameplay weave into a uniquely metaphorical experience. KEY FEATURES Pure co-op perfection — Invite a friend to
Store & community tags: Action, Adventure, Co-op, Puzzle, Narrative
Latest news, release & update tracker
- Release status
- Out now
- Release date
- Mar 25, 2021
- Access
- Full release
- Latest update
- It Takes Two now has cross-platform play! · Oct 15, 2026
- Added
- Oct 25, 2026
- AddedIt Takes Two added to gee.wiki
Coverage opened with official store links, gameplay breakdown and beginner tips.
- Patch notesIt Takes Two now has cross-platform play!
Starting today, October 15, It Takes Two now supports online cross-play between PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch 2. We’ve heard you asking for this one for a while, and we’re thrilled to finally make it happen.
- Developer newsHazelight Collection Out Now
With the Hazelight Collection now available, you can dive into Split Fiction, It Takes Two, and A Way Out: three wildly different co-op adventures from Hazelight Studios, each one filled with challenges built to be conquered side by side!*.
- Developer newsGet 75% off It Takes Two!
Jump into mind-blowing moments and experience the many worlds of Split Fiction, a boundary-pushing co-op adventure from the studio behind It Takes Two. Get 20% off the game before the sale ends on December 4!
- Developer newsSplit Fiction & It Takes Two Soundtracks Out Now
The Split Fiction and long-overdue It Takes Two soundtracks are now available on Steam!. [dynamiclink href=". It’s the perfect way to revisit Mio and Zoe’s story of friendship.
- ReleasedReleased on Steam
Timeline entries marked Patch notes / Developer news are the developer's own posts on Steam; dates are UTC.
Where to play
It Takes Two is on Steam for Windows at $39.99. The Steam page is the official place to buy, update and read patch notes.
Community & official links
Official channels
Community wikis (fan-made, unofficial)
Creator videos
No creator video numbers on record yet for It Takes Two — new games usually pick up coverage within days of breaking out.
How to play: beginner tips
- Learn each boss's tells on a throwaway attempt before committing resources.
- Split roles with friends — one scout, one builder, one fighter — instead of all doing the same job.
- If stuck, step away — fresh eyes solve more puzzles than brute force.
- Read the latest patch notes — new games change quickly in their first weeks.
Genres, platforms & tags
- Platform
- Steam
- Status & momentum
- New & notableOut now
- Player topics
- BossesAchievementsCo-op
- Play modes
- Online co-opSplit-screen co-opSteam Remote Play Together
- Store tags
- ActionAdventureCo-opPuzzleNarrative
7-day popularity & player activity
It Takes Two was recently added — we will chart its 7-day activity trend as more data comes in. Added to gee.wiki on Oct 25, 2026.
No 7-day popularity curve on record yet — it will appear here as soon as activity is measurable.
It Takes Two FAQ
What is It Takes Two?
It Takes Two is a co-op puzzle game for PC (Steam) by Hazelight Studios. It is out now on Steam (released Mar 25, 2021). It is tagged Action, Adventure and Co-op.
How much does It Takes Two cost?
It Takes Two costs $39.99 on Steam at our last check. Steam prices vary by region and change during sales, so the store page is the authority on today's price.
When did It Takes Two come out?
It Takes Two launched on Mar 25, 2021 for Steam. The most recent developer post, “It Takes Two now has cross-platform play!”, went up on Oct 15, 2026.
Can I play It Takes Two with friends?
Yes. The modes on record are online co-op, split-screen co-op and Steam Remote Play Together. Party size and cross-play details are on the official store page.
Who made It Takes Two?
It Takes Two is developed by Hazelight Studios and published by Electronic Arts. Follow the official site for announcements.
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