Debate: Is it cool for one player to take over and give orders in co-op games?

Had this moment last weekend playing It Takes Two with my buddy Mike. We're on this puzzle where you gotta coordinate timing on two separate platforms. I'm figuring out my side and he just starts yelling "jump now, no wait, go left, hit the switch!" Like bro let me breathe. He said he was just trying to help us beat the level faster. But it kinda killed the fun for me. I get some people like being the shot caller but others just wanna figure it out together. What do you guys think? Is it annoying or helpful when someone takes charge in couch co-op? Ever had a moment like this ruin a session?

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rayc3822d agoMost Upvoted

@lee_grant97 nailed it with that band comparison. Your buddy Mike needs to remember co-op is about both of you having fun, not just finishing fast. I've had similar moments and it always kills the vibe when one person turns into a bossy director.

lee_grant9722d ago

Read something online awhile back comparing co-op to a band where one person tries to be the lead singer when everyone else just wants to jam. Your friend needs to chill and let you play the game too.