It Takes Two is a co-op adventure game with stunning visuals, a captivating narrative, and innovative gameplay. You play as Cody and May, a fractured couple who have been magically transformed into dolls. Trapped in an unusual world, they must work together in solving puzzles and challenges before they can be returned to their normal forms (a promise made to them by the suave love expert, Dr. Hakim). It Takes Two guides you through a story that will pull at your soul, accompanied with a masterful blend of engaging game mechanics.

A breath of fresh air in adventure games, you'll encounter a wide variety of levels and challenges as you progress through the story—all of which are entirely unique and equally memorable. A source of magic in this game is the enchanting incorporation of seemingly every video game genre within a single cohesive story. Across seven chapters, you'll play through platforming, racing, shooting, fighting, and even rhythm games. A narrative masterpiece accompanies this fantastic gameplay as you become emotionally involved in understanding the struggles of marriage and the importance of communication. It Takes Two delivers on the promise of an absorbing story with a well-designed co-op experience.

Each chapter can take roughly one to two hours to complete, and with only seven chapters, the game can feel short. Best played through single-chapter sessions, the intricately designed maps encourage curiosity-driven exploration, each with an array of hidden mini-games and easter eggs. Self-pacing and exploration are particularly important given that the linear nature of the game naturally prohibits any meaningful form of replayability. While It Takes Two will be especially memorable, yearning for more is essentially a certainty.

It Takes Two is extraordinary. From the first chapter to the last, your skills will be uniquely tested and the story you share with your companion with live on beyond the game. At full price, this game is a steal; at a discount, it should be a crime to pass it up. It Takes Two will undoubtedly serve as one of the most unforgettable co-op experiences you'll ever have, as you are guided through a journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and love.