I'd like to start this review with the fact that I don't usually play story driven games. Most stories don't hold my attention very well. This was a big exception, and I'm happy to say I played the entire game to the end. I'm writing this review right after finishing the game. I don't write reviews often, but I do for a reason.

It Takes Two is a game that can be very odd with it's tone, especially early on. However the entire experience is fun and exciting. The story's premise isn't very complicated, but I think it does a wonderful job of fleshing itself out as you go. The creativity showcased on both the environments and the gameplay is remarkable.

It Takes Two, literally. Almost everything in the game requires the cooperation between the two players. In a lot of the game, each player has a unique tool or ability that they need to use together to progress. No two of them feel the same and they all play off of one another super well. The team dynamic along with the super smooth movement and platforming make for a very fun experience. The game isn't super difficult, but that doesn't mean you won't mess up a few times. Thankfully the game isn't very punishing and lets you keep trying until you figure out what to do.

The world that you explore across the journey is fantastical in every sense of the word. It takes the concept of playing as a pair of toys and runs wild with it. There are so many fun little interactables and mini games that you can play as you go through. A lot of them trigger extra dialogue and information about the story. If you play, don't be afraid to explore. It's worth it.

The maps are much larger then you would think at first, but that isn't a real issue. Most of the game is fairly linear, leading from one puzzle to the next. Later on, there are a few areas that let you tackle puzzles in whatever order you like, and these areas are full of even more personality and little interactables then anywhere else.

I don't want to say any more, because I would need to go into more detail then I want to. Not because I can't, but because I want you to experience it for yourself. I went into this game completely blind with a friend and it was worth it. If you want to play this game, please try to avoid spoiling yourself before you do. There isn't anything super dramatic, but the magic and wonder of everything wouldn't have felt as good if I knew what was coming beforehand.

If you want to play this game, find a friend or loved one and play it together with them. You don't need to buy the game twice to play, only one person needs to own it. (My friend didn't know it at the time when they bought the game for both of us.)

In short, if you want a fun, not too difficult co-op experience with someone, I don't know many games that will give you a better experience.