Joe Otterson TV ReporterHazelight Studios has teamed with dj2 Entertainment to adapt the videogame “It Takes Two” for film and television, Variety has learned exclusively.The game follows the adventures of Cody and May, two humans transformed by magic into living dolls.
Trapped in a fantastical world, they must overcome their fractured relationship and a variety of challenges in order to return to normal.
During their journey, they are guided by the love guru, Dr. Hakim.“Creating the world and story in ‘It Takes Two’ was so much fun for me and the team,” said Hazelight founder and creative director Josef Fares. “Since it has a strong narrative with many crazy characters and just as crazy co-op action moments, the potential is huge for a great adaption to film or television.” The game is unique in that it does not have a single-player mode, but rather must be played as a co-op game with a friend either in person or online.
It has received strong reviews from critics since its release in March 2021. It has won dozens of industry awards already with over three million copies sold as of October 2021.“dj2 is honored to partner with Josef, Oskar [Wolontis], and the incredible team at Hazelight Studios on the linear media adaptation of ‘It Takes Two,'” said dj2 CEO and founder Dmitri M.
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