Hazelight Studios has rolled out a new update for It Takes Two, version 1.500, which appears to be a minor patch in terms of size and scope. The update weighs in at just around 500 MB, and while no official patch notes have been provided, early speculation suggests the changes may be related to the removal or modification of previously added in-game advertising content.
This update follows an earlier minor patch that introduced an in-game advertisement promoting Split Fiction, another title under Hazelight’s banner. The timing and lack of detailed changelog for version 1.500 has led to suggestions that this new update might either remove or revise that promotional material. Supporting this theory, a recent entry on Steam Database shows a removal of two registry files under the game’s depot configuration—entries labeled p.s_url and p.o_url, both referencing a web-based link. These types of files are typically associated with in-game web content such as external banners or promotional links.
The most recent major update prior to this occurred in May 2024, which made significant technical improvements. That patch added full Steam Deck verification, enhanced support for Steam friend invites, and notably removed the requirement for players to use the EA App launcher to run the game—making the experience more seamless for PC users. Despite this change, an EA account is still necessary for accessing online multiplayer features.
For players using the Friend’s Pass, the update allowed them to either transition to the new Steam-integrated version or continue using the legacy version through the EA App. The game has since become more accessible across PC platforms, especially for users preferring to play on the go using Steam Deck.
Patch Summary for It Takes Two Update 1.500
Although unconfirmed by official notes, Steam Database changes suggest:
- Removed registry files:
Nuts/Registry/p.s_url(42 bytes)Nuts/Registry/p.o_url(38 bytes)
- Manifest ID update:
- Changed from
3216230827772959550to5290425664756095500
- Changed from
- Likely purpose: Removal or adjustment of web-based in-game content, possibly an ad for Split Fiction
Released in March 2021, It Takes Two is a critically acclaimed cooperative action-adventure platformer developed by Hazelight Studios and published by Electronic Arts. The title is known for its inventive two-player mechanics and emotionally resonant storytelling. It is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam and the EA App, with a Nintendo Switch version released in November 2022.
