Compare Kingdom Come: Deliverance II vs It Takes Two

One reviewer warned that excessive profanity and potentially offensive material make the game unsuitable for some audiences.

Age appropriateness is mixed-to-cautious: reviewers note mature themes, marriage metaphors, and challenge that may not fit younger children.

AI and NPC behavior were praised for believable reactions, routines, crime responses, and increased sophistication over the first game.

Ranged play was viewed as improved by some reviewers, especially archery, but another found ranged combat weightless and weak.

Cutscene direction and mocap were praised for selling relationships and emotional scenes convincingly.

Animation is praised for Pixar-like presentation, squash-and-stretch style, and strong mocap-style character work.

The visual style of menus, maps, and medieval presentation received praise for matching the game’s historical tone.

Art direction is widely praised as remarkable, gorgeous, imaginative, and strong enough to survive Switch visual compromises.

Atmosphere was praised alongside world-building, especially in cities, music, and historically grounded locations.

Atmosphere is praised for wonder, warmth, and imaginative environmental mood.

Bosses are praised as fun, challenging, cinematic, and sometimes wonderful, with checkpoints supporting the tougher encounters.

Bugs were present but usually minor; reviewers ranged from calling glitches common to saying issues rarely disrupted play.

Bug frequency appears low in the evidence, with one review reporting only minor graphical bugs plus one checkpoint-reset issue.

Camera behavior was a noted issue for one reviewer, especially through finicky first-person viewpoint problems.

Camera behavior receives a positive note for keeping up with fast, dynamic action.

Henry and Hans received strong praise for their evolving relationship and character arcs, with Henry’s trauma and growth adding stakes.

Character development draws criticism from two reviews that felt May and Cody's marital issues were not explored deeply enough.

The cast was praised for memorable personalities, humor, and a strong sense of history.

Checkpointing was criticized for causing lost progress when autosaves appeared only at limited quest points.

Checkpointing is praised as extremely generous or instant, making experimentation and deaths less punishing.

Co-op experience is the clearest strength, with every review praising how essential, joyful, collaborative, or unusually strong the cooperative play feels.

Combat drew broad attention for its realism, skill focus, and improvements, though several reviewers still found it harsh, clunky, or frustrating early on.

The dog companion Mutt was praised as useful and worthwhile, especially for tracking and early side-quest benefits.

Competitive balance is mixed: core roles are praised as equal, but some minigames or character roles are described as one-sided.

Reviewers praised the breadth of activities, quests, and post-launch additions, with many describing a large and varied set of things to do.

Content variety is one of the strongest consensus points, with reviewers praising constant new mechanics, tools, genres, settings, and minigames.

Controls were described as noticeably smoother than the first game, especially in camera feel, aiming, and sword fighting responsiveness.

Controls are widely praised as responsive, tight, natural, and accessible, with only the Switch Joy-Con feel drawing a mild caveat.

One reviewer found the loop rewarding but volatile, with strong highs offset by repeated frustration and setbacks.

The core loop is described as a well-crafted platforming foundation that supports the game's cooperative variety.

Couch co-op is repeatedly praised as a natural or superior way to experience the game.

Crafting split reviewers: blacksmithing and alchemy could be charming and rewarding, but several found parts clunky, slow, or repetitive.

Crash stability was praised by multiple reviewers who reported no crashes, no soft locks, or no hard crashes.

Dialogue was mostly praised for impact, humor, and organic choices, though one reviewer found some repeated dialogue drawn out.

Dialogue quality is mixed, with some humorous or realistic dialogue but repeated criticism of Dr. Hakim as cringy or uncomfortable.

Difficulty was often called demanding and unforgiving; reviewers generally treated this as part of the appeal, though not always an easy one.

Difficulty is mixed: several reviewers found it forgiving or not very challenging, while others noted frustration or a gradual, approachable curve.

The post-launch expansions were credited with adding a large amount of extra content to the package.

The early economy was described as restrictive, especially when selling damaged or stolen goods with limited vendor money.

Reviewers described the story as memorable and emotionally powerful, including scenes that brought strong lasting reactions.

The emotional impact is often strong, especially around relationship reflection, ending moments, and co-op connection, though divorce sensitivity is a caveat.

Environmental detail was praised for dense, specific objects, puddles, tools, farms, residences, and believable spaces.

Environmental detail is praised in both character materials and intricate level spaces.

Exploration was praised for beautiful spaces, meaningful discoveries, and a strong adventuring feel, though harsh systems made some travel demanding.

Exploration is praised where reviewers emphasize that playful, interactive spaces reward looking around and traversing levels.

Facial animation feedback was mixed: one reviewer noted lifeless dialogue faces, while another praised key character animations.

Reviewers generally agreed the sequel stays true to the original while improving its systems, scope, and accessibility.

Family friendliness was limited by repeated profanity, sexual content, and depictions of women that one reviewer found objectifying.

Family friendliness is limited by language and teen-rated content despite the otherwise loved cooperative experience.

Fast travel opinions were mixed: one reviewer praised dynamic events, while another found it cumbersome and interruption-prone.

One reviewer reported a consistent frame rate and treated that as part of the game’s stronger technical state.

Frame rate stability is praised across PC/console/Switch coverage, with reviewers noting steady or smooth performance.

Several reviewers found the game highly entertaining, addictive, and rewarding once its demanding systems clicked.

Fun factor is exceptionally strong, with most reviewers calling it joyful, blast-like, highly enjoyable, or one of their most fun recent games.

Reviewers repeatedly framed the systems-heavy design as a major strength, praising how mechanics connect to role-playing, dialogue, world simulation, and player expression.

Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the mechanics as simple to grasp yet constantly inventive, with several genres and toolsets executed well.

Graphics were broadly praised for impressive landscapes, cutscenes, lighting, and major visual improvements over the first game.

Graphics are praised on stronger hardware but notably compromised on Switch, where reviewers describe rough visuals and graphical tradeoffs.

The game was not seen as a pure grind, but reviewers still emphasized the effort and repetition needed to gain traction.

Handheld suitability was supported by one reviewer who described the game as scalable enough for handheld play.

Handheld suitability is positive overall, with similar handheld and docked performance, though controller and visual compromises remain.

DualSense haptics and adaptive triggers were praised for reflecting stamina, sword clashes, and sharpening interactions.

A horror-leaning quest was criticized for being too short for its dread to fully develop.

The adaptive HUD was praised for hiding unnecessary elements and improving immersion when information was not relevant.

Immersion was one of the clearest strengths, with reviewers repeatedly describing the world, systems, and presentation as absorbing.

Immersion is praised through absorbing environments and gameplay that reinforces the couple/co-op premise.

One reviewer praised the scale of improvement as something other studios rarely achieve.

Innovation is strongly praised for its original, constantly changing co-op mechanics and creative approach.

The learning curve was repeatedly described as steep, slow, and friction-heavy, rewarding patience but likely turning some players away.

The learning curve is viewed positively, especially for non-gamers, with gradual skill development and inclusive design.

One reviewer praised the way locations were recontextualized into memorable set-pieces that rewarded planning and awareness.

Level design is consistently praised as creative, intricate, masterfully mapped out, and varied across imaginative environments.

Post-launch support was described positively through free updates, fixes, and eagerly awaited features.

Load times were criticized by one reviewer as long enough to worsen stealth retries and experimentation.

Loot was criticized for early encumbrance pressure and the difficulty of carrying everything a player might want.

The historical codex and contextual detail were praised for offering extensive background on people, events, and society.

Maps were praised for medieval flair and exquisite town art, supporting the game’s historical presentation.

Menu usability was mixed to negative, with some praise for navigation but others calling the menu system dire or frustrating.

Main mission design was mixed: reviewers praised varied scenarios, but one criticized a required sequence for lacking an alternate path.

Mission variety was strongly praised, especially for quests that went beyond simple errands or bandit-clearing objectives.

Monetization fairness is praised because Friend Pass/pro-consumer ownership rules let two people play without both buying full copies.

One reviewer felt early traversal was unnecessarily taxing, especially before stronger equipment and better mobility options eased the burden.

Movement is repeatedly described as freeing, smooth, delightful, and enjoyable across jumping, dashing, and traversal.

Multiplayer design is praised as fully built around two players, with local, online, and cooperative structure central to the experience.

Narrative quality was a major strength, with reviewers praising the historical saga, main quest, character arcs, and cinematic ambition.

Narrative quality is divisive: some reviewers found the relationship story moving or healthy, while others called it shallow, predictable, or poorly told.

Onboarding divided reviewers: returning and new-player recaps helped, but some found the opening overloaded or blunt.

The onboarding is praised for welcoming new or non-gamer partners without heavy-handed teaching.

Online stability is mostly positive but not perfect, with rare rubberbanding or server drops not erasing much progress.

The open world drew strong praise for its scale, density, historically grounded cities, and lived-in regions across multiple maps.

Reviewers repeatedly emphasized how unusual and specific the game feels compared with modern RPGs.

Originality is praised through reviewers calling the game rare and among the most creative co-op experiences they have played.

Pacing opinions varied: some praised the sustained momentum, while others complained about indulgent cutscenes or late-game pacing issues.

Pacing is mostly praised as breakneck, fantastic, and expertly paced, though one reviewer felt the game overstayed its welcome and another noted one section ran long.

Performance was generally praised across PC and console contexts, with reviewers noting strong optimization and technical improvements.

Performance optimization is mostly positive in the cited review, with only occasional frame-rate dips in heavier scenes.

The PS5 Pro version was praised as a graphical treat, with platform-specific technical strengths noted.

Platform-specific support on Switch is praised for multiple play options, though practical compromises remain.

Platforming precision receives strong praise, with reviewers calling it responsive, precise, and effortless.

Reviewers saw the sequel as much more polished than the first game, with rough edges reduced and systems better realized.

Polish is praised through comments about thoughtful production, virtual glitch-free execution, and masterful construction.

Progression was widely praised for turning early friction into rewarding growth through skills, perks, equipment, and player learning.

One reviewer strongly disliked Hans as a long-term companion presence, creating strain on their desire to continue.

Protagonist appeal is polarized: some reviewers found Cody and May real or excellent, while others found them irritating, bitter, or unlikeable.

Puzzle design is praised for making both players collaborate, with tools and level setups creating satisfying shared problem solving.

Quest design was one of the strongest points, with reviewers praising memorable side stories, branching approaches, and strong writing, despite a few disappointing payoffs.

Replay value looked strong thanks to hardcore mode, major content additions, and reviewers wanting to return for more playthroughs.

Replay value is generally positive due to swapped characters and replayable minigames, though one reviewer personally had no desire to replay.

Reviewers admired the freedom to solve problems, exploit systems, and role-play, though the sandbox sometimes clashed with scripted story demands.

The save system was one of the most divisive topics, praised by one reviewer but criticized by many as stingy or punishing.

Server reliability is mixed in the Switch evidence because online play was mostly solid but had a couple of server drops.

The sequel was credited with giving supporting women and other groups somewhat more agency than before.

Side characters are generally praised for providing laughs and inventive background flavor.

Reviewers liked the depth and usefulness of perks, weapon techniques, and skill trees, especially when they enabled meaningful playstyle specialization.

Sound design was praised for supporting immersion and helping players identify attacks or stealth-relevant cues.

Sound design is repeatedly praised as outstanding, top-notch, rich, whimsical, and technically impressive.

The soundtrack was one of the most consistently praised elements, with several reviewers calling it orchestral, phenomenal, or legendary.

The soundtrack is usually praised as fitting, cinematic, and emotionally effective, though one reviewer found some music generic.

Split-screen quality is praised for companionship and smooth two-window play, especially despite Switch limitations.

Stealth was useful and sometimes satisfying, yet reviewers also called it finicky, weak, or frustrating in specific forced sections.

Tutorial quality was mixed, with one reviewer calling it decent while others criticized dense text screens and poor explanations.

The revised perk and upgrade system was praised for offering meaningful upside-focused choices rather than weak side-grades.

UI feedback was positive when reviewers discussed improved, adaptable, or visually polished interface presentation.

Value was praised because the game is both strong and very long, with some reviewers reporting enormous playtime.

Value for money is praised due to long runtime, Friend Pass, replay value, sale pricing, and perceived worth.

Visual set pieces and in-engine scenes were praised for creating striking emotional moments.

Voice acting was broadly praised, especially the main cast, though some reviewers noted repeated or uneven minor NPC voices.

Voice acting is strongly praised across reviews as fantastic, phenomenal, well acted, and top-tier.

Weapon balance was mixed: one reviewer liked weapon choice, while another found some ranged options hard to use effectively.

World-building was repeatedly praised as immersive, historically grounded, and central to the game’s appeal.

World-building is praised for imagination and character shining through the whole adventure.

Reviewers consistently praised the reactive crime, reputation, NPC, and quest systems that made the world feel alive and responsive.

Interactive spaces are a major strength, with reviewers praising playful objects, rewarded curiosity, and dense environmental interactions.

Writing was described as excellent, engaging, humorous, and consistently strong across main and side content.

Writing quality is split between praise for snappy, excellent writing and criticism that the tone is uneven or disappointing beside the gameplay.