It Takes Two is Hazelight Studios' GOTY-winning cooperative adventure that can only be played with a partner. You play as Cody and May, a divorcing couple magically transformed into dolls by their daughter's tears. Each chapter introduces entirely new mechanics — one level you're a third-person shooter, the next a rhythm game, then a Diablo-style dungeon crawler. The asymmetric design means both players always have different abilities that must be combined to progress. With the Friend's Pass allowing a second player to join free, it's the most accessible premium co-op game available.
Resource management and crafting determine how quickly your power scales. This guide covers what to prioritize, where to farm, and how to avoid wasting resources on the wrong upgrades.
Crafting Priority List
The order you should invest resources:
| Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary equipment | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your build's key synergies |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary equipment | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
The Tree
Key resources: Core co-op mechanics tutorial, 5 hidden minigames Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for May's Match Gun (Tree) upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
The Shed
Key resources: Advanced puzzle mechanics, 5 hidden minigames, grind rail traversal Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for May's Match Gun (Tree) upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Pillow Fort
Key resources: Dungeon crawler combat, size-shift puzzles, 4 hidden minigames Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for May's Match Gun (Tree) upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Cuckoo Clock
Key resources: Time manipulation, stealth gameplay, 4 hidden minigames Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for Cody's Sap Grenades (Tree) max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Snow Globe
Key resources: Story conclusion, final boss, endgame minigames Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for Cody's Sap Grenades (Tree) max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (The Tree — The Shed)
- Upgrade your starting equipment to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials — you'll need them later
- Focus on May's Match Gun (Tree) once accessible
Mid Game (Pillow Fort)
- Push May's Match Gun (Tree) to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for Cody's Sap Grenades (Tree)
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Cuckoo Clock — Snow Globe)
- Max out Cody's Sap Grenades (Tree) — this is your top priority
- Complete your build's core gear set
- Craft endgame consumables
- Optional: upgrade secondary equipment for variety
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple equipment — Focus one weapon to max before diversifying.
- Hoarding materials — Use them. The game provides enough if you farm efficiently.
- Upgrading the wrong gear — Check our builds guide before investing.
- Ignoring Pillow Fort farming — This area has the best resource-to-time ratio in mid-game.
- Crafting consumables too early — Save specialty materials for late-game recipes.
Resource Efficiency Tips
- Use the Friend's Pass — only one copy of the game is needed; the second player downloads a free trial that accesses the full game in co-op
- Farm Pillow Fort during mid-game for the best return on time
- Check the walkthrough to know when each resource becomes available
- Match your farming route to your build — some classes farm faster in certain areas
More It Takes Two Guides
- It Takes Two It Takes Two Overview
- It Takes Two Best Builds
- It Takes Two Tier List
- It Takes Two Walkthrough
- It Takes Two Beginner's Guide
- It Takes Two Tips & Tricks
- It Takes Two Weapons Guide
- It Takes Two Combat Guide
- It Takes Two Boss Guide
- It Takes Two Maps & Locations
- It Takes Two Classes & Characters
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