Portal 2

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  1. Drudik
    May 30, 2019
    8
    Ok, Portal 2 is great just because it was made by Valve. Valve is not only the source of user-friendly games and franchises, but also the main power of Steam community. That's why they could smash the 4th wall and convey the mood and condition of Steam community.
    Characters:
    There not a lot, but still. The characters of this, as for me, fully represent problems of humanity. It can be the    Ok, Portal 2 is great just because it was made by Valve. Valve is not only the source of user-friendly games and franchises, but also the main power of Steam community. That's why they could smash the 4th wall and convey the mood and condition of Steam community.
    Characters:
    There not a lot, but still. The characters of this, as for me, fully represent problems of humanity. It can be the equanimity and mercilessness of systematization of our life, or a betrayal and fraud of nearest to us people.
    Levels:
    Most of them are easy, but that doesn't make them not absorbing. Of course there are levels that literally trapped me. I had to watch a walkthrough, so it will make you think.
    Props:
    I would recommend to watch some clips in Extras, it will tell u first about your equipment and the way it works. The main tool of our character is portal gun that became as popular as the lightsaber or phaser. Just the idea if its work is genius.
    Conclusion:
    A great game to play and great emotions to experience. Despite the fact, that the plot can be easily foreseen, the gameplay is worth its money.    … Expand
  2. Llauses
    May 14, 2019
    10
    The first game was a very good puzzle game, but the story had a lot of potential and it was barely touched, that is fixed in Portal 2, which is a great puzzle game with surprisingly good story telling. It introduces a lot of very good and fun mechanics used in expertly crafted levels. One of the best games from Valve.
  3. JuanCema
    Apr 9, 2019
    10
    Portal 2 is just a masterpiece. From the story, to the level design, to the music, everything about this game is just absolutely perfect. The co-op mode is one of the best co-op modes of all time, and the singleplayer component is even better. Objectively, Portal 2 is one of the greatest, if not THE greatest game of all time.

    Pros: -Incredible story -Unique and funny dialogue    Portal 2 is just a masterpiece. From the story, to the level design, to the music, everything about this game is just absolutely perfect. The co-op mode is one of the best co-op modes of all time, and the singleplayer component is even better. Objectively, Portal 2 is one of the greatest, if not THE greatest game of all time.

    Pros:
    -Incredible story
    -Unique and funny dialogue
    -Incredibly well-designed levels, for both co-op and singleplayer
    -Level design is through the roof
    -Music is fantastic
    -Characters are surprisingly interesting, more interesting than 99% of characters in the media.
    -Ending is satisfying and well made

    Cons:
    -Boss fight isn't explained in much detail, and will probably need multiple attempts if it's your first time playing Portal

    10/10    … Expand
  4. Noah-
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    Masterpiece. Very cool. The game became longer and more difficult in comparison with the first part. Funny jokes has become even more and play became much more interesting.
  5. DaxterRecord
    Mar 16, 2019
    10
    Here's a great sequel. It takes everything from Portal 1 and improves it (Adding a Coop story too :P). Personally i think that this is one of the best games Valve has ever done.
  6. NightElves
    Mar 12, 2019
    10
    If you found Portal fun, great and challenging this is even bigger, better and way more challenging. At least there is one computer that is way more annoying and fun at the same time than GLaDOS. This game is way longer than Portal. There are no extra singleplayer challenges like in Portal only co-op if you like that. Amazing music at the end both Portal and Portal 2. Amazing storytellingIf you found Portal fun, great and challenging this is even bigger, better and way more challenging. At least there is one computer that is way more annoying and fun at the same time than GLaDOS. This game is way longer than Portal. There are no extra singleplayer challenges like in Portal only co-op if you like that. Amazing music at the end both Portal and Portal 2. Amazing storytelling you will get wiser when you reach the bottom and see the old world.… Expand
  7. cbp105
    Feb 26, 2019
    6
    Let me start this out with I love Portal. It is one of my favourite puzzle games of all time. Portal 2, to me, doesn't feel like it's much of a puzzle game. It feels more like a game with puzzles sprinkled in it. It's main focus is to better develop the story of Aperture Science. The issue I have with the game is not that it isn't all puzzles, it's that it feels like there is too muchLet me start this out with I love Portal. It is one of my favourite puzzle games of all time. Portal 2, to me, doesn't feel like it's much of a puzzle game. It feels more like a game with puzzles sprinkled in it. It's main focus is to better develop the story of Aperture Science. The issue I have with the game is not that it isn't all puzzles, it's that it feels like there is too much of you're in a big room and to progress the game just tells you to find the one portal-able area. The puzzles in the game are mostly great though and the co-op is fun if you have someone who is at a similar skill level to you. 6/10… Expand
  8. Zeratex
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    One of the best games of all time.

    Great puzzle game with amazing story and characters, the game is very smart and offers great design and puzzles, the music is fitting as well.

    A must play.

    9.7/10
  9. Nebiee
    Feb 7, 2019
    10
    If the first Portal is one of the best games of all time, then this is one of the best sequels of all time. Everything that was good about the first game is present here. The puzzles are just as fun and interesting. The dialogue is just as good, if not better! And all of this on a grander scale than in the previous game. Plus, the addition of a very well done and fun co-op mode isIf the first Portal is one of the best games of all time, then this is one of the best sequels of all time. Everything that was good about the first game is present here. The puzzles are just as fun and interesting. The dialogue is just as good, if not better! And all of this on a grander scale than in the previous game. Plus, the addition of a very well done and fun co-op mode is definitely worth playing with a friend. Truly, the best possible way to make a sequel to an already perfect game.… Expand
  10. Tilt1k
    Feb 5, 2019
    8
    Funny game to play with friend, cool evil robot GLADOS, some funny moments and nice puzzles. Overall very well made game I am just not hyped into this genre, thaťs why i give it a solid 8.
  11. Can7onaLegend
    Dec 1, 2018
    10
    A Work of pure Genius, simply stunning, a Perfect Video game. Idea, Character, Level design, Story, Flawless difficulty setting. also Run's perfect on a basic laptop in 2018. This world need's P3 and HL3. Thank you Valve.
  12. NotBanMePLZ
    Nov 21, 2018
    9
    Крутая головоломка, играл летом 17 года, но забросил, т.к. сложно, в скором времени попробую перепройти. Я игру забросил не потому что она скучная, она интересная, реально, но сложно, ну для меня тогда, сейчас надеюсь нормально пройду. А идея с порталами очень клевая, и это поистине оригинально.Крутая головоломка, играл летом 17 года, но забросил, т.к. сложно, в скором времени попробую перепройти. Я игру забросил не потому что она скучная, она интересная, реально, но сложно, ну для меня тогда, сейчас надеюсь нормально пройду. А идея с порталами очень клевая, и это поистине оригинально.
  13. pjnt
    Nov 18, 2018
    9
    Probably the best puzzle game I have played. Fantastic story, continues directly from Portal, which is also great. This game is so good, it falls into the must play category, regardless of which genre it is in.
  14. RAFAY12
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    Portal 2 is a masterfully crafted game it's the best game ever made in my opinion,why.......... well because.............valve
  15. killer1237
    Oct 24, 2018
    10
    Portal 2 takes everything wrong with Portal 1 and fixes it. There is an immensely interesting story and Stephen Merchant as Wheatley is phenomenal.
  16. LetMePickThat
    Aug 7, 2018
    10
    An incredible puzzle game, where a good level design is served well by an interesting story. Bundled with a lot of humorand some very good jokes, Portal 2 deserves a third game. Valve?..
  17. Yelov
    Jul 22, 2018
    10
    Awesome concept, puzzles, story, jokes, everything. Probably the best singleplayer game for me.
  18. mikwee
    Jul 8, 2018
    10
    This game is a masterpiece and it’s, with no doubt, Valve’s best work. It would take a hell lot of years to create a game that would top Portal 2.
  19. Seaver
    Jul 7, 2018
    10
    Portal 2 is one of my favorite games after all of these years. The story is so subtle (the real story of Aperture being hidden in secret areas all throughout the game) and seeing a whole new side of the expansive facility only mains me want to learn about the lore of the world more. I remember my first time playing it and going to the decaying underground of Aperture and how excited andPortal 2 is one of my favorite games after all of these years. The story is so subtle (the real story of Aperture being hidden in secret areas all throughout the game) and seeing a whole new side of the expansive facility only mains me want to learn about the lore of the world more. I remember my first time playing it and going to the decaying underground of Aperture and how excited and astonished i was to explore the start of the facilities. The writing is some of the best I've seen from a game(topping many movies and tv shows in my opinion) and the few characters in this game are so memorable. The gameplay is also furthered from the simple concept of the first game with more complex puzzles and is some of the best level design in gaming. The story is the perfect length for a good story and replay value and I've spent countless hours on the multiplayer with friends and family. Anyone I knew played and loved this game and has defined and stood out among one of the greatest videogame generations. This masterpiece is honestly one of the greatest games out there and anyone can find some enjoyment out of this experience.… Expand
  20. Diegochocho
    Jul 5, 2018
    9
    Hermoso, magnifico, joya, increíble, bello, lindo único, perfecto, dios.
    La música de los créditos me hizo llorar mas que el 1 :''(
  21. UncleEd
    Jun 30, 2018
    8
    Portal 2 is the sequel to Portal, one of the biggest surprises in gaming that basically came out of nowhere and got everyone hooked. Portal 2, on the other hand, was highly anticipated due to the success of the first game. And to a large extent, the game managed to deliver on the hype.

    Portal 2 introduces some new puzzle elements, such as different gels which -depending on the color-    Portal 2 is the sequel to Portal, one of the biggest surprises in gaming that basically came out of nowhere and got everyone hooked. Portal 2, on the other hand, was highly anticipated due to the success of the first game. And to a large extent, the game managed to deliver on the hype.

    Portal 2 introduces some new puzzle elements, such as different gels which -depending on the color- give you high speed, bouncing, or ability to open portals on “non-white” (non-portal compatible) surfaces. These new additions add variety to the puzzles and manage to keep the game interesting while it lasts. That said, I have found Portal 2 not as memorable as the first game for several reasons. Firstly, the story is not very interesting, and jokes are mostly not very funny. I have also found myself mostly annoyed by the new character, Wheatley. GLaDOS of the first game, for instance, was a much more interesting character / villain. Although there is a good variety of puzzles, they often feel too linear and easy, the reason being that there are very few white “portal compatible” surfaces compared to the first game. Most of the time, once you spot the white area, you are halfway through solving the puzzle. And once you solve it, you don’t really feel smart.

    “Still Alive” was one of the most memorable theme songs in video game history and although it would be unfair to expect a similar one from Portal 2, I should point out that the game lacks that “moment” the players experienced when they have beaten the first game.

    Overall, Portal 2 is still a very good game and anyone who liked the original game should play it. That being said, lack of great characters makes it a less memorable game and you will stop caring about it after one playthrough, unless you jump to one of many well received mods, such as Portal Stories: Mel.

    Single Player Campaign: 7.5/10

    At everything the single player campaign failed to impress me, the co-op campaign made up for it. I loved the creative and more challenging puzzle design and how you must act together with your friend to solve them. I know a few people who has played through the solo campaign and skipped the co-op part, assuming it is pretty much more of the same. Believe me, it isn’t. The co-op campaign is where Portal 2 truly shines.

    Co-op Campaign: 8.5/10

    Overall: 8/10    … Expand
  22. QC418
    Jun 28, 2018
    9
    #NOTE 9/10 : Good price, Collectible game to play, You want it in your collection.
  23. Skizzzo63
    Jun 27, 2018
    4
    I am deeply disappointed with Portal 2. To the point that I feel almost "painful" playing it, it feels a bore to me, and I'm hoping it will end soon (could I stop playing? Yes I could. But I like finishing stuff - I'm OCD that way ;-).

    In a few words, I find Portal 2 boring, extremely linear and soulless. Level after level, test chamber after test chamber, there's only one way to go,    I am deeply disappointed with Portal 2. To the point that I feel almost "painful" playing it, it feels a bore to me, and I'm hoping it will end soon (could I stop playing? Yes I could. But I like finishing stuff - I'm OCD that way ;-).

    In a few words, I find Portal 2 boring, extremely linear and soulless.
    Level after level, test chamber after test chamber, there's only one way to go, one solution to the puzzles, and nothing to discover or stumble upon (save for some minor Easter eggs). It's like a giant "connect the dots" game: the dots are neatly drawn, you only have to connect them.
    Yes, some puzzles are hard (to me, at least), but I cannot see creativity there because once you found THE solution, it's the only one possible. There's no point in experimenting, or looking for alternate ways.
    In one word, it feels like a drag (though I admit it gets a little better and a bit more creative with the gels).

    Lastly, I loved GlaDOS mean personality in Portal 1. While here I find Cave's comments funny and quirky, they're way less entertaining and unique than GlaDOS one-liners in Portal 1.

    I see I'm in the minority, and it's fine. It's all subjective.
    But Valve, oh Valve... what have you become?    … Expand
  24. Coldiver
    Jun 15, 2018
    10
    **** Half-Life. I have Portal and that's all I ever need in my life dude...
  25. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    10
    The best puzzle game I've ever played, incredible and hilarious in every-way.
  26. Saxdrik431
    May 9, 2018
    10
    Incredible game, really interesting, it has a really nice story, it is simplily nice. You can also play with a friend in the cooperative mode. Valve shows its potential to create pieces of arts in the videogames world.
  27. Guishu
    Apr 25, 2018
    9
    What is there to day about Portal 2 that hasn't been said before? Don't get me wrong I know this game is a masterpiece, I enjoyed every second of the campaign as much as the multiplayer. It has aged brilliantly if you ask me, and at anytime I would recommend you pick it up and give it a try. The way it eases you into the mechanics is so clean you barely notice that what you are doing isWhat is there to day about Portal 2 that hasn't been said before? Don't get me wrong I know this game is a masterpiece, I enjoyed every second of the campaign as much as the multiplayer. It has aged brilliantly if you ask me, and at anytime I would recommend you pick it up and give it a try. The way it eases you into the mechanics is so clean you barely notice that what you are doing is complicated as hell until you get stuck on a level. My 9 is a 10 in disguise. I needed more variety added to the challenge (Yes, even more.) So this is me just being picky, and trying to push Valve to top themselves once more on a future puzzle game (Portal or not).… Expand
  28. DrakeRainbow
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    This game is fudging masterpirce like half-life 2, one thing i love about this game is GLaDoS, she funny and scarey to me and the look of the game, it like not type of any videogame before and the Half-Life crossover but only Black mesa is heared in the game.i love the story and the lore of Aperture science. I think Valve is god of making singleplayer games. But i was hoping for Half-LifeThis game is fudging masterpirce like half-life 2, one thing i love about this game is GLaDoS, she funny and scarey to me and the look of the game, it like not type of any videogame before and the Half-Life crossover but only Black mesa is heared in the game.i love the story and the lore of Aperture science. I think Valve is god of making singleplayer games. But i was hoping for Half-Life ep 3 or Half-life 3. But i we take this Valve… Expand
  29. ashketchum
    Apr 22, 2018
    7
    Portal 2 is longer, with more content than it's predecessor, but I didn't enjoy it as much. The puzzles are still well-made, with most being satisfying to complete. The inclusion of gel also adds a welcome new mechanic to the gameplay. However, many of the puzzles aren't as challenging as the ones in the first game, and instead feel unnecessarily lengthened, especially in the second half.Portal 2 is longer, with more content than it's predecessor, but I didn't enjoy it as much. The puzzles are still well-made, with most being satisfying to complete. The inclusion of gel also adds a welcome new mechanic to the gameplay. However, many of the puzzles aren't as challenging as the ones in the first game, and instead feel unnecessarily lengthened, especially in the second half. The areas are bigger, and the puzzles are longer, but the puzzles themselves are also less dense; often the solution is clear, but the process to get to it feels tedious. The writing is great, and the visuals are also great, but the light-hearted sections I felt were good, but they led to the atmospheric sections to be not quite as impactful as the first. Overall though, it's still a good game, and definitely worth the try if you liked the first one.… Expand
  30. Nazar228
    Feb 27, 2018
    10
    Clever continuation of the first part, there is a cooperative mode and better plot.
  31. pokemonfanatic
    Jan 31, 2018
    10
    It takes What was great about Portal, expanded upon it, gave it better graphics, and a very thick story compared to the first game. the new laser and laser redirection cube were a nice addition as were Wheatley, the gels, the lightbridges, and the tractor beams and of course keeps the Masterful voice acting and witty jokes. Its amusing to hear how snarky GLaDOS can get in the beginning ofIt takes What was great about Portal, expanded upon it, gave it better graphics, and a very thick story compared to the first game. the new laser and laser redirection cube were a nice addition as were Wheatley, the gels, the lightbridges, and the tractor beams and of course keeps the Masterful voice acting and witty jokes. Its amusing to hear how snarky GLaDOS can get in the beginning of the game.
    The difficulty curve of the puzzles are nice and steady but i will say it does get VERY difficult if turrets are involved it doesn't take as long for them to start shooting and they're placed more strategically than in the first game if you want some advise then try placing a portal behind them and a portal somewhere else get behind it and tip it over whenever you can. if you can't do that do what i like to call the death from above maneuver where you drop something on them.    … Expand
  32. damaso7
    Jan 23, 2018
    8
    La ambientación es impecable, quizá excesiva en algunas zonas en relación con la estética de esta grandiosa saga. En cuanto a la historia, está más desarrollada pero sorprende menos que el primero. Y el sistema de juego carece prácticamente de innovaciones. Quizá una segunda historia dentro de la principal buscando al hombre rata hubiera estado bien...
  33. iddqd4
    Jan 22, 2018
    9
    Одно из последних свидетельств того что Valve во главе с Гейбом, когда-то были великими.
  34. Arthur_TSU
    Jan 17, 2018
    8
    Bem melhor que o primeiro. A história foi muito bem contada fazendo ela parecer mais complexa do que realmente é, pois boa parte é contada em pequenos detalhes e umas partes do enredo são completamente interpretativas.

    O desenvolvimento é meio maçante, mas o final é incrível.

    Ainda sim, tem partes que são realmente repetitivas.
  35. AkumaJack
    Jan 11, 2018
    8
    A good sequel to the amazing first portal.
    Is longer, funnier, with coop maps and an overall great and polished game.
    It has some bad sides though: First of all is still quite short. Without coop maps it took me around 5/6 hours to see the ending screen. Some puzzle rooms are clearly filler and in the whole game there isnt one very hard challenge. Arguably the first one was far more    A good sequel to the amazing first portal.
    Is longer, funnier, with coop maps and an overall great and polished game.
    It has some bad sides though:
    First of all is still quite short. Without coop maps it took me around 5/6 hours to see the ending screen. Some puzzle rooms are clearly filler and in the whole game there isnt one very hard challenge. Arguably the first one was far more challenging.
    There are too many loading screen between puzzle rooms. That would be fine if puzzles were harder but if you breeze through them you'll stare at loading screens more then playing.

    But still a wonderful game.
    Great attention was put in the art design and in the writing. Both GladOS and Wheatly are fun and with a great personality. So is an enjoyable experience.    … Expand
  36. CenkAlp
    Jan 3, 2018
    7
    Hikaye = 7
    Oynanış = 9
    Grafikler = 7
    Sesler = 8
    Keyif = 8
    Atmosfer = 8
    Süre = 6
  37. SrPepe
    Jan 2, 2018
    9
    El lore de Portal se ve super amplificado en la segunda entrega, que si la primera ya era buenísima esta no se ni como catalogarla, sin palabras acerca de este hermoso juego.
  38. joacoandresen
    Dec 7, 2017
    10
    Let's just talk about the game, shall we? It's great, too great. The best puzzle game ever. This is a game that truly deserves to be in everyone's steam library. Pick it up, and if you hesitate wait for a sale, but I am telling you, it's worth every penny.
  39. hl2episode2
    Dec 2, 2017
    10
    Portal 1 did not really have problems. It did lack some things like a main story and characters besides you and GlaDos. But the excellent gameplay and other things done so well meant it didnt need those things. Portal 2 equals 1 in those departments of creativity and gameplay, but adds a story and major characters. The whole game holds up, and it is easily gets a 10.
  40. JustTerex
    Nov 16, 2017
    9
    Portal 2 is an amazing puzzle game that has an enticing story and smart gameplay. The graphics aren’t amazing but they do their job and a bit extra while still keeping that source engine feeling made famous by half-life and the original portal. The puzzles start out simple but get challenging very quickly, and manage to stay fun with new mechanics and a rewarding feeling when you finallyPortal 2 is an amazing puzzle game that has an enticing story and smart gameplay. The graphics aren’t amazing but they do their job and a bit extra while still keeping that source engine feeling made famous by half-life and the original portal. The puzzles start out simple but get challenging very quickly, and manage to stay fun with new mechanics and a rewarding feeling when you finally figure out a puzzle you’ve been working on for the past hour. As far as story, this game takes the story that the original game started and improves upon it. GlaDos is annoying, funny, rude, and lovable at the same time and , without spoiling too much (although the game has been out for 19 years, get on it), has some weird changes throughout the story that really add depth to her previously inexpressive robotic character. Unlike the original, Portal 2 managed to have more than just 2 main characters, and of the new characters, my favorite is Wheatley. For a sphere with an eye, he is suprisingly expressive and adds a lot of humor to the game, especially when GlaDos is also speaking. As the map changes from the current aperture building to the old one, new puzzle mechanics and interesting locations tell a story in addition to the dialogue.… Expand
  41. Aginagala
    Nov 9, 2017
    8
    A satisfying, complete and well polished experience, Portal 2 delves into a new concept of game design and expertly capitalizes on it. Throughout my experience playing Portal I think what kept me playing it rather than stopping on most games was the fact that I was never thinking to myself "How far away is the end, I just want to complete this". I didn't particularly understand the storyA satisfying, complete and well polished experience, Portal 2 delves into a new concept of game design and expertly capitalizes on it. Throughout my experience playing Portal I think what kept me playing it rather than stopping on most games was the fact that I was never thinking to myself "How far away is the end, I just want to complete this". I didn't particularly understand the story too well, but the puzzles were fun, ingenious and at some points damn hard. But I feel what sets this game apart is the feeling of accomplishment when you figure out how to complete a puzzle, or even after being stuck on this one area for 20 minutes you still carry on for that same satisfying feeling of completing the level. Apart from the single player story the co-op mode works great, and whether you're completing it with another person or playing with your friend, it's a genuinely fun experience throughout. A great game with replayability and fantastic game design.… Expand
  42. RagingPoet
    Nov 2, 2017
    9
    Portal 2 is more-of-the-same sort of sequel. And it is definitely not a bad thing because original Portal was absolutely amazing. If you liked the original then no doubt that you will also like this one.
  43. JuanLuisGG14
    Sep 4, 2017
    10
    Complete masterpiece!
    expands first Portal clever and unique mechanics, and manage to get them more complex and twisted
    It is also longer (Portal 1 main complaint) and narrative is amazing
  44. Bismvth
    Aug 26, 2017
    10
    Portal 2 is an amazing, well-thought out, hilarious, puzzle game, with not only amazing level design and plot, but great soundtrack, voice acting, and character design to accompany it. A game of thought, precision, and humour, Portal 2 lacks very little compared to the experience it gives. If on metacritic user rating it was possible to give Portal 2 a 9.6, I would do exactly that. PortalPortal 2 is an amazing, well-thought out, hilarious, puzzle game, with not only amazing level design and plot, but great soundtrack, voice acting, and character design to accompany it. A game of thought, precision, and humour, Portal 2 lacks very little compared to the experience it gives. If on metacritic user rating it was possible to give Portal 2 a 9.6, I would do exactly that. Portal 2's only faults are the tiniest of small story holes, and the somewhat inconsistent experience throughout different campaigns.… Expand
  45. adamsvensson
    Aug 21, 2017
    10
    Excellent puzzle game with small funny details that just sets it above other games. If you are not in a hurry to complete the game, just listen to the voice acting and you will have a blast. Even though it has some years on its back it's still a very aesthetic and fun game that still holds.
  46. Nixinova
    Aug 7, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Portal 2 is one of the best games I have ever played, and is definitely the best puzzle game of all time. The storyline is perfect, and the unexpected change of good and bad characters revives the game at the end. The game took me 20 hours to complete, so the game is definitely a fun challenge.… Expand
  47. auditbadger
    Jul 30, 2017
    10
    I think that this is truly a unique game and I would recommend that if you are a fan of this type of genre then I think you should give this game a try.
  48. Emve
    Jun 29, 2017
    9
    This game is beautiful, very clean level, relaxed gameplay, nice little storyline. Just beautifull! There are not very, very much levels, but you can of course make one yourself, or download some from the Steam workshop. Really enjoy playing Portal 2!
  49. FromKanga
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Portal 2 is a puzzle fps game made by valve.
    Never played the first portal, so I didn't know what to expect and man was it good
    The story was fascinating, I was kinda confused at first since I didn't know anything about the lore of the first game but once I got into it, it's incredible, it had a twist I really didn't expect at the end of the first half of the game which got me really    Portal 2 is a puzzle fps game made by valve.
    Never played the first portal, so I didn't know what to expect and man was it good
    The story was fascinating, I was kinda confused at first since I didn't know anything about the lore of the first game but once I got into it, it's incredible, it had a twist I really didn't expect at the end of the first half of the game which got me really invested in what was happening.
    The characters were also fascinating, the two robots GLADOS and Wheatley were funny, had very good dialogue and were entertaining to watch.

    The gameplay is simple yet complex, it gives you a "portal gun" were you can teleport in different areas in the room you are in, it starts of easy but they give you quite a variety of puzzles making them challenging and fun.
    I have to point out that portal 2 has one of the strongest endings I've ever seen in a game it's intense, funny and has a great payoff.

    I absolutely recommend this game, it's not very long but it's worth every penny...
    Great story, hilarious characters, great voice acting, fantastic soundtrack and one of the best endings I've seen in a video game, this is a game that is destined to be a classic.    … Expand
  50. CowDude121
    Jun 2, 2017
    10
    Everything perfected into one amazing puzzle game like no other.Although it is only 8 hours long, the gameplay is amazing.You get funny dialogue, amusing characters such as Wheatley and GLaDOS,memorable puzzles,awesome mechanics, amazing environments with great graphics and incredible story that will stick with you for decades to come.This game will be a classic that will age well.
  51. Karri
    May 30, 2017
    10
    So gorgeous an interesting game. I love this with all my soul and heart. The variety of puzzles and the plot were unforgettable. I very much hope that this game will appeal to many people.
  52. headspacej
    May 25, 2017
    10
    It's all been said already, but I wanted to add one thing: this game is aging very well. Great story, wonderful acting, and brilliant puzzle design mean you don't much care about the graphics -- but even if you did, the style is so well suited to the environments in the game. Masterpiece.
  53. Leoobardo
    May 25, 2017
    10
    Portal 2 is the best game of the world, the puzzles, the gravity, the history, the musics and the final is spectacular. Portal 2 is my favorite game, no doubt.
  54. bdurmaz
    May 8, 2017
    9
    Portal 2 almost managed to surpass the brilliant prequel Portal. The gameplay, puzzles, shock value, dialogues, humor, basically everything that made Portal so awesome is still here. Add the incrased playing time and a much more complex plot to the mix, and you get another instant classic.
  55. Melgacius
    Apr 26, 2017
    10
    1 – GENERAL

    Portal 2 is a very funny puzzle platformer that you play in first person perspective. For starters, do not do like me. Despite being a puzzle game, the story behind the game is at least as compelling as the adrenaline rush of solving that new puzzle, and this game is packed full of references to the first game of the franchise. So, save some time if you have never played the    1 – GENERAL

    Portal 2 is a very funny puzzle platformer that you play in first person perspective. For starters, do not do like me. Despite being a puzzle game, the story behind the game is at least as compelling as the adrenaline rush of solving that new puzzle, and this game is packed full of references to the first game of the franchise. So, save some time if you have never played the first game and go play it, then return here. Leave this review paused in the background.

    So the story... yeah, it's awesome. Full of twists, very, very funny. And the voice acting? Probably the best I've seen in a game. I admit I was always waiting for the lines from some of the characters, and sometimes I would just stop playing just to listen to all of it.

    The game is not young and it runs in a even older engine, but the visuals are still sharp. You can spot bad textures here and there, and probably nothing shines from today's standards but you will have the general feeling of quality, and the game has no reasons to be ashamed.

    2 – GAMEPLAY

    How do you play this? You have a portal gun that... shoots portals. It sounds strange but it's quite clever actually, and after the first 2 or 3 puzzles you can handle the mechanics perfectly. Valve introduces new mechanics regularly, like bouncing gel, or speed gel, or cubes or lasers. It's a very intelligent way of keeping the game fresh and interesting. You never feel overwhelmed with mechanics since you will learn them one at a time.

    All the levels are very fair. You can start by looking to a chamber and thinking that there's no way you can solve that puzzle, but then you start to do something, and gradually the solution will come, and that's very rewarding. I admit I've never got that feeling of being intelligent but the opposite. Most likely I ended up thinking that the solution was very simple, it was just hidden in plain sight. And that's another positive aspect of the game.

    You have a co-op mode where you can play with other player to solve problems with the double of the portals. I've never could progress much in that mode since all the players logged of one or two puzzles after starting.

    But the campaign alone is enough to buy this game, and you will still have tons of fun, even considering that the replay value is not high, at least for me.

    3 – CONCLUSION

    This game totally worth the pricetag. You have story, narrative, gameplay, co-op, sci-fi, puzzles and very fun moments in the same game. This is probably one of the best games I've ever played, and ofc I recommend it!    … Expand
  56. DinoGeek65
    Apr 10, 2017
    10
    This is how you make a sequel. While the original was amazing, this game blows it out of the water in almost any category. The story is better, the characters are better, the comedy is better, the puzzles are better, the graphics are better (they look really good seeing as this was still made using the source engine). You owe it to yourself to play this.
  57. Jestzer
    Mar 18, 2017
    9
    A worthy sequel to the original, expanding upon it both in gameplay and story. It also features a multiplayer component for those who wanted to see multiplayer. This is not only one of the best puzzle games, it's one of best video games ever, I'll do my best to list why.

    Pros: - Great storyline - Smooth gameplay and improves upon the original greatly - The music, particularly at the    A worthy sequel to the original, expanding upon it both in gameplay and story. It also features a multiplayer component for those who wanted to see multiplayer. This is not only one of the best puzzle games, it's one of best video games ever, I'll do my best to list why.

    Pros:
    - Great storyline
    - Smooth gameplay and improves upon the original greatly
    - The music, particularly at the end, is awesome
    - Puzzles have a great amount of variety, making each level build upon what you learned from previous ones, and each piece of variety is interesting and fun
    - Puzzles are challenging, yet not too difficult
    - Voice acting is awesome
    - Characters are awesome, in depth, and dynamic
    - Short loading times
    - Good graphics, not amazing, but definitely good
    - Plenty of sarcasm in GLaDOS's dialogue

    Cons:
    - Dissimilar to the original game, its humor is rather shoved in your face, rather than offered as background commentary, making it feel rather forced.
    - Replay value is rather low, unless you're interested in completing challenges, there isn't a huge reason to go back and complete the same puzzles again.

    With so few cons, it is easy to say this is one of the best games I've ever played    … Expand
  58. VoxMare
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Одна из моих любимейших игр!

    Если говорить честно, я не особо люблю первый Портал -- он короткий, он "куцый", он выглядит как самопальная поделка, коей и является. Вторая часть этого недостатка лишена -- тут и полноценная сюжетная линия, и постановка, и две важных вещи, которые по настоящему ставят Портал 2 выше первой части. Первая -- кооператив. Кооперативная кампания вышла в плане    Одна из моих любимейших игр!

    Если говорить честно, я не особо люблю первый Портал -- он короткий, он "куцый", он выглядит как самопальная поделка, коей и является. Вторая часть этого недостатка лишена -- тут и полноценная сюжетная линия, и постановка, и две важных вещи, которые по настоящему ставят Портал 2 выше первой части.

    Первая -- кооператив. Кооперативная кампания вышла в плане "задачек" однозначно лучше основной сюжетной линии, но что куда важней -- путем нехитрых манипуляций, HDMI кабеля и большого телевизора я смог поиграть в Портал2 с одного пк лежа перед дивана вместе со своим другом. И это прекрасно, подобных игр очень не хватает.

    Вторая -- редактор карт и кастомные уровни. Одна из главных проблем первой части, из-за чего я ее никому не советую покупать не в бандле со 2, это малая продолжительность. Пара часов и финал. Вторая часть не особо далеко ушла от этого, но в ней есть кооп и уже упомянутый редактор. Карт море, есть по настоящему шикарные, плюс можно сделать и свои(чем я и буду заниматься дальше).

    В остальном -- неплохой сюжет и грустная концовка(все как я люблю, печальная лавстори), "мягкий" геймплей, фирменный юмор гледос и красивая графика.
    Покупать -- 100%, можно даже в бандле с первой.

    Недостатков нет. 10из10    … Expand
  59. MaxEagle
    Feb 23, 2017
    5
    Didn't finish the game. Yeah, the plot is not so bad, the voice acting and dialogues are nearly perfect. That ball robot is a real charachter and a personality. I thaught it Was Chris Martin from Coldplay who gave him his voice all the time I was playing)
    But as I've already said, I didn't finish the game, cause for me it became really boring and grey. The second part of the came is a    Didn't finish the game. Yeah, the plot is not so bad, the voice acting and dialogues are nearly perfect. That ball robot is a real charachter and a personality. I thaught it Was Chris Martin from Coldplay who gave him his voice all the time I was playing)
    But as I've already said, I didn't finish the game, cause for me it became really boring and grey. The second part of the came is a total crap, cheap and very cliche. I don't want to be very subjective, but it's just not what I've expected from the sequel of a game I find on of the most innovative and original.    … Expand
  60. JakGLaDOS29
    Dec 30, 2016
    10
    Exciting puzzles, a psychotic AI, and a dark, twisted story that holds many secrets are three elements that valve exceeded in. It's simply a masterpiece as it both extends and improves on Portal 1 by adding more life and humour to the game, which all in all give the player a blast of a time. Worth every cent.
  61. Mjr_REAPER
    Dec 18, 2016
    10
    I love Portal 2 with one simple thing the game forces you to think of this is so great is not an easy puzzle sometimes you have to think very long time to solve the puzzle for such simple mechanics which is based on one tool is great
  62. russiangamer
    Nov 27, 2016
    9
    Прекрасная одиночная игра, забавные диалоги, красивая графика, интересный геймплей... Кампания удалась на славу. Но ко-оп - это нечто. Где вы ещё с другом сможете пораскинуть мозгами вместе, что бы решит задачку? "Ты стреляй туда, а потом туда, готов?". Главное, что это реально интересно. А подкрепляют интерес достижения, которые я не могу не отметить, хотя они и не для всех важны.Прекрасная одиночная игра, забавные диалоги, красивая графика, интересный геймплей... Кампания удалась на славу. Но ко-оп - это нечто. Где вы ещё с другом сможете пораскинуть мозгами вместе, что бы решит задачку? "Ты стреляй туда, а потом туда, готов?". Главное, что это реально интересно. А подкрепляют интерес достижения, которые я не могу не отметить, хотя они и не для всех важны. Ачивменты интересны и даже если нужно второй раз что-то пройти, то это не напрягает, а только подкрепляет интерес.
    Вообщем получилась отличная одиночка и идеальный ко-оп.    … Expand
  63. CerealGuy0
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. GLaDOS: "Well, this is the part where he kills us."
    Wheatley: "Hello! This is the part where I kill you."
    CHAPTER 9: THE PART WHERE HE KILLS YOU.
    Achievement: The part where kills you.
    Song starts playing called "The part where he kills you"
    10/10    … Expand
  64. Opcode_
    Aug 6, 2016
    10
    There are only 2 perfect games out of the 157 that I have played. Portal 2 is one of them. This game is absolutely legendary. It is flawless. It is a classic of our time. It is the best puzzle game ever made. It is the best story/adventure game ever made. It comes from the best games company there has ever been. Even the lore behind the game is fascinating. My favorite game? No, butThere are only 2 perfect games out of the 157 that I have played. Portal 2 is one of them. This game is absolutely legendary. It is flawless. It is a classic of our time. It is the best puzzle game ever made. It is the best story/adventure game ever made. It comes from the best games company there has ever been. Even the lore behind the game is fascinating. My favorite game? No, but almost. This game is simply perfect.… Expand
  65. azgoodaz
    Jul 9, 2016
    10
    Portal 2, the successor of Portal.

    If you are coming from a non-portal experience background in which you never played the first one. I recommend playing the first one and then play the second one or else you will be lost in the storyline. But if you pick up Portal 2 just for the co-op then you won't be lost at all since you play different characters. In total the game can be beaten    Portal 2, the successor of Portal.

    If you are coming from a non-portal experience background in which you never played the first one. I recommend playing the first one and then play the second one or else you will be lost in the storyline. But if you pick up Portal 2 just for the co-op then you won't be lost at all since you play different characters.

    In total the game can be beaten in 6.4 hours (maybe around 10 hours if you want to get all the co-op achievements), that's with all the challenging chambers. If you need a cheap single player/co-op game to play solo or with a friend but still need something addictive to play, Portal 2 is a must have game to buy.

    The cake is a lie!

    PS I feel like GLaDOS and Wheatley make a great couple. Maybe in Portal 3 they get married?    … Expand
  66. DeciusFrecentis
    Jul 7, 2016
    8
    A very fun game, with some great performance by Wheatley, but the story was a tremendous disappointment. Nothing is ever explained. Why did Carolyn turn evil? What caused the apocalypse? Why was Chell in stasis?
  67. Mahdiar
    Jul 6, 2016
    8
    Gameplay : 8
    Graphics : 7
    Story : 7
    Sound : 8
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    Overall : 8
  68. Twin2712
    Jul 1, 2016
    10
    + More variety in puzzles, like the bouncy gel etc
    + Funny dialogue
    + Great backstory, mostly told through voice recordings
    + Co Op mode
    + Another great ending song
  69. Shadow1
    Jun 25, 2016
    9
    This game is amazing (best game from Valve, even better than Half Life 2), graphics in this game is good and I think this game one of the best game of 2011, but The Elder Scrolls Skyrim, Batman Arkham City and Sonic Generations are better . Portal 2 is very atmospheric game . Amazing Game, Masterpiece .
  70. Cosmozerk
    Jun 17, 2016
    9
    Portal 1 left a very good taste in my mouth, while it was short, the polished portal mechanics combined with the creative puzzles made the experience replayable and worth my money. So i was really looking forward to play Portal 2. And at last, a few weeks ago i managed to buy the sequel and i played it all week until i beat it 7 hours in, and honestly, the wait was worth it.

    STORY:    Portal 1 left a very good taste in my mouth, while it was short, the polished portal mechanics combined with the creative puzzles made the experience replayable and worth my money. So i was really looking forward to play Portal 2. And at last, a few weeks ago i managed to buy the sequel and i played it all week until i beat it 7 hours in, and honestly, the wait was worth it.

    STORY: While in the first game it seems you managed to escape the laboratories, in this one you start in a room that seems normal, until a tiny, spherical, robot appears and gets you out of there (destroying everything in the process). He guides you to the old Glados room in where he **** up and brings the old robotic entities back to life. Then she puts you through more test chambers and the adventure starts.

    PRESENTATION: Just like the first game, Portal 2 has a very clean look. The color white is all over the place, but because it's been a long time and everything is destroyed, now we have more vegetables and darker zones, which translates to a more varied color pallet. The environments this time around are not just white testing rooms, but rather a more destroyed, old factories and caves that help the atmosphere and immersion a lot more. The frame rate rarely stutters in my case, but even with a powerless PC the options given to you to configure the graphics, resolution, etc, will definitely allow you to get a smooth experience.

    There's still anything in terms of music except for the theme song, but for a game like portal, which is all about atmosphere and ambience, i feel like it doesn't need it. Unlike other games. While in the sound department, i forgot to mention in the Portal 1 review that the voice acting for glados was hilarious and the creepy and atmospheric sounds of the game definitely enhance the experience, and i'm happy to say that the sequel follow suit. The hilarious dialog is still there and the sound design still provides more emersion.

    GAMEPLAY: Portal 2 is still and FPS with portal mechanics that are used very well in creative puzzles.

    You still use the clicky things in your mouse to shoot a blue and orange portal, plus now you can do a little zoom on things to examine the puzzles and distance a lot better, though i really used it, when it came in handy it really became in handy. You can still pick up things and interact with objects via the E button, and movement is still through the W,A,S and D keys.

    The basic mechanics remain the same, but now we have a lot more things to use in puzzles. Mid-way through the game we are introduced to the fluids, this things do all sorts of need things like make you bounce (with the blue one), go faster with the orange one) and if a zone doesn't have any place to shoot portals, the white one will allow you to do that.

    On top of that we also have things like gravity defying laser thing that pushes you forward on a certain direction, and it can also be reversed so it drags you towards it. There's also an energy barrier to block attacks and a mechanism that launches you in whatever directions is facing. The typical switches to press are still here and the turret is also back (and i forgot to mention it in the Portal 1 review). With this new features and creative thinking, you get amazing puzzles to solve, while the first game had some very unique puzzles, this...this blows everything out of the water. I can't describe how good the puzzles are, you just have to try it by yourself, they require a lot of thinking, switching things, analisis of the environments and tools at your disposal to approach react and resolve all the situations that the game throws at you. In the first game the puzzles focused on physics and the laws of motion, in here the puzzles don't use that quite as much, but everything else makes up for it.

    I won't spoil it, but the final boss also uses the mechanics a lot better than the Glados fight from the first game, although it should be said that it's actually the only boss of the game, but i don't think that more would've added anything to the experience.

    Ever since i played Portal 1 i've been looking forward to Portal 2 and the wait was totally worth it. I haven't even mentioned that you can create your own maps or that there's also co-op multiplayer, since i haven't played this modes i can't say much about, but the regular single player is something that you should play right here, right now. Please go on and buy this game, it's very cheap and it will be worth every cent you spend on it.

    I'll give it a 9/10.    … Expand
  71. Exploding-Man
    Jun 9, 2016
    6
    Not as good as the original. Puzzles were too easy and cuing was too obvious. Multiplayer was amazing but way too short. Also, Wheatley is freaking annoying.

    It is still a beautiful and worth playing experience by Valve.
  72. Seafox89
    May 28, 2016
    10
    Valve is the king of sequels. Portal 2 takes everything that made Portal great, and somehow manages to improve it with even more great Portal storytelling, hilarious voice-acting, FPS puzzle gameplay, and amazing visuals. Highly recommended.
  73. psylife
    Apr 9, 2016
    7
    The portals based puzzles are both clever, challenging and fun. The puzzles are tastefully designed. The paint mechanics are particularly fun and successfully add an organic element to this otherwise slightly rigid world. Completing the many challenges was always rewarding, and never felt like a drag. The pacing is adequate. The final boss was a bit of disappointment from a creative/puzzleThe portals based puzzles are both clever, challenging and fun. The puzzles are tastefully designed. The paint mechanics are particularly fun and successfully add an organic element to this otherwise slightly rigid world. Completing the many challenges was always rewarding, and never felt like a drag. The pacing is adequate. The final boss was a bit of disappointment from a creative/puzzle standpoint. The story is serviceable and manages to keep you entertained until the end. The voice acting script of the main villain is reminiscent of the archetypal anthropomorphic feminists **** that have inundated modern society; I found in fact the humour to be uninspired, irritatingly cliche, and ultimately not funny. The audio-visual presentation is polished but lacks a bit of flair. That said, this is one of the rare puzzle games that can easily be recommended to anyone.… Expand
  74. jacob4
    Mar 25, 2016
    10
    An absolute amazing game! Who knew combining puzzle solving, first person shooting, and humor could result in a great game. The game is full of lovable characters, mind boggling stages, and laughable crude dialogue. The game play experience is even better with a buddy in co-op mode. An absolute must play for everyone! Now if only Valve can come out with the 3rd portal game.
  75. Jimi360
    Mar 24, 2016
    10
    If I had to summarize Portal 2 in one word, it would be intelligent. From its creative level design, expanding massively on the first Portal, as well as challenging but rewarding puzzles, Portal 2 is an absolute blast to play from start to finish.

    Some of the most hilarious voice acting I've ever heard just adds to a heart-felt and just outright brilliant game.
  76. TwistedCritic
    Mar 13, 2016
    10
    It's fun, challenging and mind-bending. There's not allot of games I'd put above this one, it's a flawless masterpiece. It's got a great story, fun co-op, satisfying puzzles, and memorable characters.
  77. Bombzy
    Mar 7, 2016
    10
    If you haven't already played Portal, you really should jump in. If you have played Portal 1 and think this will be just more of the same, think again. Portal 2 is one of the best PC games I have ever had the pleasure to play. Innovative, funny, challenging, exciting - a true masterpiece of game design.
  78. thepatient613
    Feb 16, 2016
    10
    One of the best games of all time. In 20 years from now my word will stand. I have nothing to say about this game except if you've never played, go get it!!
  79. empleat
    Jan 15, 2016
    10
    This game is best game ever made, if you give this to monkey, it would make it smart as low intelligent humans.
    I love it, everyone can make new content, which provides infinite levels to play.
    Where is portal 3 ?
  80. arasion
    Jan 14, 2016
    10
    I loved to try the portal series it was a really good series of 2 perfectly made games the story is amazing and the cast of characters are just awesome especially GLaDOS and the ending is not bitter sweet its just a fitting ending plus the game play is also very amazing the puzzles are good but only one point i had to mention this game is good from the story and suspense perspective butI loved to try the portal series it was a really good series of 2 perfectly made games the story is amazing and the cast of characters are just awesome especially GLaDOS and the ending is not bitter sweet its just a fitting ending plus the game play is also very amazing the puzzles are good but only one point i had to mention this game is good from the story and suspense perspective but game play give it a 9/10 but still this game is good if you like challenging but not so hard puzzles try portal story and better graphics and fun puzzles portal 2 oh and there is no cake here but humor fantastic.… Expand
  81. boobins
    Jan 3, 2016
    10
    This and portal are in my top 20 favorite games ever. I like platform and puzzles. This is both and it has co-op. .
  82. SoapEater
    Dec 29, 2015
    10
    Very good game! Sometimes hard, but that's not very bad. When you complete the game, you can play co-op too, amazing!
    I say...
    Story: good
    Graphics: very good
  83. TimW001
    Dec 24, 2015
    10
    It is my favourite game of all time. Portal 2 is simply a classic. I love this game. The puzzles, the character, the humour. Everything in Portal 2 is brilliant. This is why I rate it a perfect game.
  84. pokrishka
    Dec 24, 2015
    10
    Hell, you don't need me to recommend you this game. Go play it! Go. Play. It. GO PLAY IT! Seriously, especially if you have a friend for 2 players local coop you should already be playing it. Unless you already completed it. Then go get Steam Workshop maps.
  85. Tomcan
    Dec 20, 2015
    9
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  86. NEDBIGMI
    Nov 24, 2015
    10
    This game is simply amazing, it has a awesome story, nice puzzles, coop levels (spiltscreen and online), workshop maps and the song from the credits S2. I love this game.
  87. migusnex
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    Great puzzle game with a first person view, consisting a lot of very well-designed puzzles forming a long campaign. We also receive additional campaign content in co-op, providing several hours of extra fun. The game has massive maps made by people in the Steam Workshop.

    Score: 9/10 - I would definitely recommend!
  88. gennaroRonnega
    Nov 16, 2015
    8
    the original had better puzzles in my opinion, this sequel manage to expand the gameplay with slightly different game mechanics, but still i want to replay the first one more than the second one.
  89. Sabin190
    Nov 14, 2015
    10
    i love this, it's amazing, the portals, the puzzles, all in this game. I love all of this game, the workshop is amazing, and i just say one thing for haters CHOLA MAIS
  90. Gormph
    Nov 12, 2015
    8
    while it couldn't have the punch of the first installment this game is still very good much better than pretty much any AAA title your likely to buy these days anyway, i was afraid the multiplayer was going to mess the game up but as usual valve steps up not only does in fix into the game nicely and feel necessary there's a lot of fun to be had when you and a mate just want to **** aboutwhile it couldn't have the punch of the first installment this game is still very good much better than pretty much any AAA title your likely to buy these days anyway, i was afraid the multiplayer was going to mess the game up but as usual valve steps up not only does in fix into the game nicely and feel necessary there's a lot of fun to be had when you and a mate just want to **** about with portal guns that you just can't have alone. the player made levels cant be very good and i believe many are made by game developers. in summary loved it would buy again just to play with new people.… Expand
  91. MetaRidley
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The source of "I dont want your damn lemons" instantly gets 10/10 for said quote. Very humorous
    and complex at points.The Co-op is fun and I absolutely LOVE games with a level editor.

    All I have to say is keep thinking with portals guys,
    keep thinking with portals.    … Expand
  92. GermaNister
    Nov 5, 2015
    10
    1. cool graphics 2. cool mysterys 3. cool characters 4. unexpected end (cool) 5. cool new character 6. cool story 7. cool idea 8. cool... Glados is back !!! A total of coooooool.
  93. Darth24
    Nov 4, 2015
    9
    Portal 2 is the sequel to the great puzzle game, that improves on portal in many different ways and is as fun and unique as the original was, and should be played and experienced by all.
  94. Kopter
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Obra maestra, brillante, increíble... Sin adjetivos. Los niveles, el ambiente, la historia... Todo conjunta un juego del cual no podrás parar hasta descubrir, que el pastel es una mentira.… Expand
  95. Annoymous1
    Oct 6, 2015
    10
    This game has one of the most funniest gaming characters in history by far, and his name is Wheatley. That in itself is enough to make this game great. As well as that, the brilliant puzzles as well as the story just makes this game a remarkable and brilliant game.
  96. PJChem
    Oct 4, 2015
    10
    I don't know why but the game crashes too much, but I don't care, because it's fantastic. It's a puzzle game, and I didn't expect much, but after playing for a couple of minutes I knew it will be of the most brilliant game ever. Valve again of course. The puzzles are great, the graphics, physics, everything is amazing. After finished I only want Portal 3
  97. intrepidis
    Sep 23, 2015
    7
    Some of the puzzles in this game are nice, but usually quite simple. At least they're not too annoying. Unfortunately the game is very linear, and that is too noticeable. It feels rather empty and has annoying "characters". The plot is fairly simplistic and the only real action happens in on-rails sections where you just sit and wait for something to happen. The "special effects" are theSome of the puzzles in this game are nice, but usually quite simple. At least they're not too annoying. Unfortunately the game is very linear, and that is too noticeable. It feels rather empty and has annoying "characters". The plot is fairly simplistic and the only real action happens in on-rails sections where you just sit and wait for something to happen. The "special effects" are the standard pap that hasn't changed since Half-Life 1. The different liquids are fun, but most of all I love the hard-light bridges. Generally though, the game really lacks any life.… Expand
  98. SirKirbyThe4th
    Sep 8, 2015
    10
    Everybody knows its amazing, everybody knows it's hilarious, everybody knows the co-op if WORTHLESS... with random online players, at least. This review shouldn't even exist... but it DOES, so deal with it!
  99. Mithil
    Aug 14, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The second installment is more ambitious and, unfortunately, much longer than the first. Whilst the first game had a perfect run-time, the second dragged a lot with too many puzzles. The distracted me from the progression of the plot and I felt mentally exhausted by the end of the game. The ending too doesn't work for me. I guess the ending song wasn't needed and felt like it had to be there just because Portal 1 had it. (The turret song too felt out of place)

    Fortunately, my complaints stop here. I still love and admire the simple but ingenious plot that wonderfully dives deeper into Aperture facility. It felt incredibly atmospheric, like the facility was a character itself. Like the first game, this felt really alive as well.

    I love that they only introduced one more character, Wheatley and did not complicate the plot too much. Why, it's because of him we experienced one of the greatest plot twists in gaming history, we got to share a reluctant relationship with GLaDOS and we got introduced to the man behind Aperture science. The story development is par excellence.

    The game still retains the incredible humor that made the first game so great and it goes beyond that! First, Wheatley giggles us with his nervous incessant talking. Then GLaDOS adds more sarcasm to the recipe. On top of it, the great J.K. Simmons kills it when he personifies Cave Johnson!! God, if that's not enough, GLaDOS and Wheatley's one-on-one arguments are pure gold! I was especially fond of those black defective turrets, too funny!

    With newer additions to the puzzles, they got more challenging and there were like 4-5 puzzles that really pained me but I felt smarter when I got past them! Portalling to the moon was a grand twist and I was quite over-whelmed by that scene!

    I still prefer Portal because this experience was tiring but there's still an incredible story and ton load of memorable moments to make it a worthwhile experience.    … Expand
  100. JC0013
    Aug 12, 2015
    10
    That awesome song from the end.

    Well here we are again It's always such a pleasure Remember when you tried to kill me twice? Oh how we laughed and laughed Except I wasn't laughing Under the circumstances I've been shockingly nice You want your freedom? Take it That's what I'm counting on I used to want you dead but Now I only want you gone She was a lot like you    That awesome song from the end.

    Well here we are again
    It's always such a pleasure
    Remember when you tried
    to kill me twice?

    Oh how we laughed and laughed
    Except I wasn't laughing
    Under the circumstances
    I've been shockingly nice

    You want your freedom?
    Take it
    That's what I'm counting on
    I used to want you dead
    but
    Now I only want you gone

    She was a lot like you
    (Maybe not quite as heavy)
    Now little Caroline is in here too

    One day they woke me up
    So I could live forever
    It's such a shame the same
    will never happen to you

    You've got your
    short sad life left
    That's what I'm counting on
    I'll let you get right to it
    Now I only want you gone

    Goodbye my only friend
    Oh, did you think I meant you?
    That would be funny
    if it weren't so sad

    Well you have been replaced
    I don't need anyone now
    When I delete you maybe
    I'll stop feeling so bad

    Go make some new disaster
    That's what I'm counting on
    You're someone Else's problem
    Now I only want you gone
    Now I only want you gone
    Now I only want you... gone
    My own song: I give it a 10, Only because The song is great, and I mean, (NO SARCASM) the game is great, too. I'd give it a 1 Thousand But, what a Shame that I can't What a Shame that I can't What a shame, What a shame, What a... Sha-a-a-ame.    … Expand
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#1 Best PC Game of 2011
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#6 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

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Metascore
95

Universal acclaim - based on 52 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 52
  3. Negative: 0 out of 52
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Oct 20, 2011
    90
    Almost as good as the first one. Main reasons are lack of cake, unfunny Wheatley and slightly boring one-solution middle-levels. Otherwise Portal 2 is as clever as it is well written. And now Half-Life 2: Ep 3, please. [May 2011]
  2. Thunderbolt
    Oct 6, 2011
    90
    The graphics may not be of the same caliber of other AAA titles, and the story may falter from time to time, but those are paltry excuses not to experience one of the best current generation games around.
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  3. PC Format
    Jun 13, 2011
    92
    A hilarious slice of gaming glory. [July 2011, p.92]
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