It Takes Two features intuitive controls, but mastering them is key to seamless cooperation. Both Cody and May share a core set of movements:

- Left Stick: Move Character
- Right Stick: Camera Control
- A/X (Jump Button): Jump (press twice for double jump)
- B/Circle (Action Button): Interact / Use Ability
- X/Square (Attack Button): Melee Attack (contextual)
- Y/Triangle (Special Ability): Use unique character ability (changes per chapter)
- Left Trigger: Aim (contextual)
- Right Trigger: Use Aimed Ability (contextual)
- Left Bumper: Sprint
- Right Bumper: Call Partner / Ping
- Select/View Button: Open Map / Objectives
- Start/Menu Button: Pause Game / Options
Familiarize yourselves with these basic inputs before starting your adventure.