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.
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#1 Best PC Game of 2011
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#2 Most Discussed 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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